Controller

SWEET HOSPITALITY GROUP LLC•New York, NY

12d•$120,000 - $140,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Sweet Hospitality Group Broadway’s Premier Concessions & Event Planning Company – Celebrating 40 Years About Sweet Hospitality Group For 40 years, Sweet Hospitality Group has enhanced the Broadway experience through outstanding concessions and event planning. Our mission is simple: Enhance the experience—for our guests, partners, and team. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a hands-on, self-starting Controller to fully own our accounting function while staying closely connected to day-to-day operations. Position Summary The Controller will provide leadership and oversight of all accounting and financial operations, combining strategic direction with hands-on execution. This role works closely with multiple teams to improve processes, strengthen controls, and provide financial insights that support growth within a dynamic, fast-paced hospitality environment. This position reports directly to the SHG President and works in close collaboration with the Operational CFO and Manager of Accounting.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
5+ years of progressive accounting experience; hospitality, concessions, or events experience strongly preferred
Proven success in owning the accounting function while actively managing a team
Demonstrated ability to drive cross-functional collaboration and partner with executive leadership to inform financial and operational decision-making
Advanced Excel skills required (pivot tables, lookups, financial analysis)
Strong QuickBooks experience required
Proven ability to be both hands-on and strategic
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally
Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and comfortable in a fast-paced, operational environment

Responsibilities

Own the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of all financial operations and reporting across the organization
Prepare, review, and analyze weekly financial statements, providing clear, actionable insights to leadership
Lead month-end and year-end close processes; ensure accuracy of financial reporting
Develop, manage, and update budgets and forecasts
Perform opportunity, margin, and profitability analysis to support business decisions and optimize margins
Supervise and develop accounting staff, maintaining accountability for all financial and accounting operations
Develop, document, and improve accounting systems, policies, and internal controls
Build and maintain strong vendor and client relationships from a financial and operational standpoint
Remain actively involved in daily accounting activities while supervising accounting staff
Maintain a regular field presence at venues and events to ensure financial controls align with operations
Oversee and participate in payroll processing and administration of insurance, health benefits, and 401(k) plans
Manage banking relationships, cash flow, and treasury functions
Oversee Accounts Receivable, including billing accuracy and collection efforts
Manage Accounts Payable, including data entry, approvals, and timely payment processing
Oversee inventory reconciliation, valuation, and physical counts across venues
Ensure timely and accurate compliance with all government required reporting, excluding income taxes.