Assistant Controller
About The Position
The Assistant Controller partners with the Controller to oversee accounting operations, including month-end close, cost controls, accounts payable, and financial reporting. The role supports the development and maintenance of financial reporting, budgeting, and planning systems; assists with accounting, auditing, and budgeting processes; and helps ensure compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements. The Assistant Controller trains, mentors, and supervises accounting staff, addresses financial discrepancies and reconciliation issues, and oversees bank reconciliations and cash reporting. The role also prepares reports and insights for senior leadership and key stakeholders, helps develop and enforce accounting policies and internal controls, and contributes to strategic initiatives and cross-functional collaboration.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- At least 3 years of managerial accounting experience.
- Strong analytical mindset and excellent problem-solving skills.
- High attention to detail and strong organizational and time-management abilities.
- Solid understanding of GAAP and financial compliance standards.
- Proven ability to lead, train, and develop teams.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally.
- Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience resolving complex financial or operational issues.
Nice To Haves
- Strong Restaurant 365 experience.
- Master’s degree preferred.
- CPA or CMA preferred.
- Restaurant or hospitality experience strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Partner with the Controller to oversee accounting operations, including month-end close, cost controls, accounts payable, and financial reporting.
- Support the development and maintenance of financial reporting, budgeting, and planning systems.
- Train, mentor, and supervise accounting staff to ensure accurate and timely reporting and general ledger activity.
- Assist in managing accounting, auditing, and budgeting processes.
- Identify and resolve financial discrepancies and reconciliation issues.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements.
- Oversee and validate bank reconciliations and cash reporting.
- Prepare reports and insights for senior leadership and key stakeholders.
- Help develop and enforce accounting policies and internal controls.
- Contribute to strategic initiatives and cross-functional collaboration.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Career growth potential
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
