Operations Controller - Los Angeles, CA

Compass Group•Los Angeles, CA

37d•$100,000 - $105,000•Onsite

About The Position

Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industry’s leading provider of dining and event catering for some of the nation's most prestigious museums, performing arts centers and corporations! Voted Glassdoor's Employee Choice Awards- Best Places to Work, This is R/A ! This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus! If you know someone that is qualified for this role, please use the ‘job search’ in PeopleHub to refer your referral and email them a link to apply. Your referral will be able to apply by clicking the link in the email. You can check the status through your profile, accessible via Careers in PeopleHub, by clicking on ‘referral tracking.’ For Employee Referral guidelines, FAQs and the Compass Employee Referral Policy, email [email protected]. Job Summary Join the Compass team as the on‑site Operations Controller supporting financial operations for the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) campus—including a high‑volume catering unit, restaurant, wine bar, and pantry (four total outlets). The Operations Controller works Monday–Friday on-site, daytime hours, and plays a key role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong cash controls, and seamless on‑site operations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred, or equivalent experience.
Strong experience in revenue control, financial reporting, and cash handling.
Foodservice or retail accounting experience required; multi‑outlet foodservice strongly preferred.
Ability to prepare financial statements, KPI reporting, budgets, forecasts, and cash‑flow analysis.
Strong analytical and organizational skills with the ability to manage complex workflows.
Experience with POS systems, cash reporting, and credit card reconciliation.
Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
High integrity, professionalism, and the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced cultural environment.

Responsibilities

Oversee all cash‑handling procedures, deposits, and armored‑car pickups for four revenue‑generating outlets.
Manage daily, monthly, and annual accounting processes for a high‑volume foodservice operation.
Reconcile and analyze balance sheet accounts; ensure GL accuracy and compliance.
Prepare and interpret P&L statements, monthly financial packages, and performance analyses.
Develop budgets, forecasts, and financial projections; identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
Investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies or reconciliation issues.
Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting packages; support internal audits.
Maintain inventory systems, cost‑control processes, and financial procedures across all outlets.
Administer payroll and support HR tasks for on‑site teams.
Collaborate with the General Manager and/or Regional Controller on financial strategy and operations.
Assist with special projects and ongoing operational improvements.