FINANCIAL CONTROLLER - LOS ANGELES, CA

Compass Group•Los Angeles, CA

7d•$76,000 - $86,000•Onsite

About The Position

As Food & Beverage Controller for one of our multi-faceted client locations, the successful candidate should possess savvy business skills, be a highly motivated professional, with proven ability to establish excellent working relationships with various team members. Additional responsibilities include but not limited to the following: Key Responsibilities: Monitor food and beverage cost percentages and investigate variance Mains inventory and cost control procedures Enter culinary vendor invoices Transfer commissary kitchen costs to accounts across LA market. Maintain strong internal controls over inventory, purchasing, and accounts payable to ensure audit compliance. Work closely with the Executive Chef, Purchasing Manager, General Manager, and Finance Department. Work closely with finance and operations to maintain budget targets.

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
The use of a medium weight cut gloves when handling or using knives, peelers, choppers, mandolins or cleaning a slicer.
The use of oven mitts, fryer gloves or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers or steamtables.
The use of slip-resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred, or equivalent professional experience
Accounting experience in foodservice or retail industry required, foodservice operations experience a plus
POS experience a plus

Responsibilities

Monitor food and beverage cost percentages and investigate variance
Maintains inventory and cost control procedures
Enter culinary vendor invoices
Transfer commissary kitchen costs to accounts across LA market.
Maintain strong internal controls over inventory, purchasing, and accounts payable to ensure audit compliance.
Work closely with the Executive Chef, Purchasing Manager, General Manager, and Finance Department.
Work closely with finance and operations to maintain budget targets.