OPERATIONS CONTROLLER - NEW YORK, NY - HYBRID

Compass Group•New York, NY

6d•$105,000 - $115,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Restaurant Associates, a leading provider of dining and event catering for prestigious institutions, is seeking an Operations Controller. This role is responsible for the accounting activity within assigned accounts and assisting the Regional Director of Finance with all financial activities in the region. The company has been recognized as a Glassdoor Employee Choice Award winner for Best Places to Work.

Requirements

A minimum of five years’ experience with revenue control, financial reporting and cash handling responsibilities
Accounting experience in foodservice or retail industry required
Ability to prepare monthly financial statements, key metric reports, budgets, forecasts, cash flow projections and analyses
Adept at planning, organizing and controlling complex processes as well as analyzing moderately complex financial information
Experience with POS, cash and credit card reports
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Skilled at managing multiple priorities and relationships
Computer skills: proficient in Microsoft Office with a concentration in Excel
Strong analytical and organizational skills
Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment
Conformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Oversees all cash handling procedures
Performs reconciliation and analysis for several balance sheet accounts
Analyzes financial results for both internal and external use
Tracks and maintains monthly P/L and balance sheet activity
Develops forecasts and budgets, identifying risks and opportunities
Reviews general ledger and balance sheets
Resolves various accounting/reconciliation issues
Completes financial reports: monthly, quarterly and annual reports, including but not limited to monthly and fiscal close, internal and external audit reporting; manages report preparation and distribution
Maintains inventory and cost control procedures
Performs administration of Payroll and Human Resources
Performs related duties and special projects as assigned