CONTROLLER - Sporting Park

Compass Group•Kansas City, KS

About The Position

As Controller, you’re responsible for ensuring the accurate management and reporting of the location’s finances – working with the location leadership team to develop action plans to continually drive financial performance. While reporting to the Regional Finance leader, the controller remains part of the location leadership team, participating in management meetings and building strong relationships with location stakeholders. The Controller is responsible for: · Ensuring accurate and timely of reporting of financial reporting. · Partnering with Operations teams to ensure clear understanding of financial goals and targets. · Working with Regional and Operations Finance team to implement financial optimization programs. · Develop action plans to drive financial performance.

Requirements

A minimum of 5 years’ experience with revenue control, financial reporting and cash handling responsibilities, at least 3 years in a similar capacity
Accounting experience in foodservice or retail industry required, foodservice operations experience a plus
Experience with sales analysis and reporting
Adept at planning, organizing and controlling complex processes as well as analyzing moderately complex financial information
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Skilled at managing multiple priorities and relationships
Computer skills: proficient in Microsoft Office with a concentration in Excel. POS experience a plus
Strong analytical and organizational skills

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred, or equivalent professional experience

Responsibilities

Working with operations teams to help them understand financial data and take actions to drive improvements where necessary.
Working closely with Partner Finance team where applicable.
Working with location leader to continually refine and update weekly location financial forecasts.
Complete a monthly close of the general ledger.
Proactive management of accounts receivable at the location based on the terms of our contractual agreements.
Completing the ‘MSR’ each day and producing a balanced month end ‘MSR’.
Monitoring and managing credit card settlements.
Managing wire transfer requests and subcontractor payments.
Overseeing the management of the cash room and armored car pick-ups.
Managing an accurate and timely month-end close process.
Management of capital asset tracking at the location.
Management of all annual budgetary processes including the posting of AP accruals and transfers.
Ensuring and maintaining the accuracy of tax rates for financial reporting.
Ensuring appropriate retention and management of all documentation.
Completing annual financial audits.
Overseeing the timely collection accounts receiveable.
Balancing of direct bills and invoice adjustments.
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.