Controller
Food Authority•Melville, NY
•Onsite
About The Position
We are looking for a hands-on Controller who goes beyond the books to control margins, optimize inventory, and power smarter decisions across Operations, Transportation, Warehouse, and Purchasing. This is where finance meets operations and where your work directly drives profitability, efficiency, and growth.
Requirements
- 7-10+ years of accounting experience
- Distribution/logistics experience is a strong plus
- Strong inventory and gross margin mindset
- ERP experience (SAP or similar)
- Advanced Excel skills
- Ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-volume environments
- Leadership skills with an operational, hands-on approach
Responsibilities
- Lead the close process and deliver clear, decision-ready financials
- Turn data into insight: margins, shrink, spoilage, route profitability
- Own inventory accuracy & cost control (FIFO, landed cost, rebates)
- Analyze operational performance (cost per route, labor, productivity)
- Keep cash moving: AR, AP, forecasting, banking
- Ensure strong controls, compliance, and audit readiness
- Drive budgeting, forecasting, and KPI development
- Lead and elevate a high-performing finance team
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
