Assistant Controller

RREMC Restaurants • West Palm Beach, FL

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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; supervises and develops accounting staff; and helps manage accounting, auditing, and budgeting processes. The Assistant Controller also addresses discrepancies and reconciliation issues, ensures compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements, oversees bank reconciliations and cash reporting, prepares insights for senior leadership and stakeholders, and contributes to accounting policies, internal controls, 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.
• Solid understanding of GAAP and financial compliance standards.
• Proven ability to lead, train, and develop teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience resolving complex financial or operational issues.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree preferred.
• CPA or CMA preferred.
• Restaurant or hospitality experience strongly preferred.
• Restaurant365 experience desired.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Controller to oversee accounting operations, including month-end close, cost controls, accounts payable, and financial reporting.
• Support 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager