Controller

Compass Group•Miami, FL

About The Position

Different perspectives make us better. We’re committed to creating an equal opportunity and fair treatment environment, where learning and growing together is just part of our every day. An environment where you can be your authentic self. About LevyThe disruptor in defining the sports and entertainment hospitality experience, Levy is recognized as the market leader and most critically acclaimed hospitality company in its industry. Twice named one of the 10 most innovative companies in sports by Fast Company magazine and one of the top three Best Employers for Diversity in America by Forbes, Levy’s diverse portfolio includes award-winning restaurants; iconic sports and entertainment venues, zoos and cultural institutions, theaters, and convention centers; as well as the Super Bowl, Grammy Awards, US Open Tennis Tournament, Kentucky Derby, and NHL, MLB, NBA, NFL, and MLS All-Star Games. Job SummaryAs a Controller, you will be 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 ideal candidate will be an experienced and dynamic Finance/Accounting professional. They will understand financial concepts and how these relate to operational procedures and outcomes.Detailed Responsibilities Ensuring accurate and timely of reporting of financial reporting Partnering with operations teams to ensure a 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 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 of accounts receivable Balancing of direct bills and invoice adjustments Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

3+ years in a Finance/Accounting role
High level of computer literacy
Passion for hospitality, food, and retail
Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills
Ability to work non-standard hours as dictated by event schedule

Nice To Haves

Operational experience in food and beverage is preferred
Business Degree and/or CPA certification is preferred

Responsibilities

Ensuring accurate and timely of reporting of financial reporting
Partnering with operations teams to ensure a 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
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 of accounts receivable
Balancing of direct bills and invoice adjustments
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned