Regional Controller - Jersey City, NJ

Compass Group•Jersey City, NJ

2d•$145,000 - $155,000•Onsite

About The Position

Working as a Regional Controller you will be responsible for assisting with monthly fiscal close, forecast, and budgets, including preparation of financial statements for assigned Regions or Subsidiaries. The successful candidate will be highly motivated professional with proven ability to establish excellent working relationships with various team members and levels of management.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance or equivalent professional experience
A minimum of five 7 years of accounting experience with 3 years of supervisory experience
Proven ability to lead, develop, and retain high-performing teams
Demonstrated experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to identify issues, recommend solutions, and drive results
Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast paced, dynamic work environment
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively partner with operations and senior leadership
Advanced Excel skills; experience with SAP or similar ERP systems preferred

Responsibilities

Lead the oversight of monthly P&L and balance sheet activity, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and adherence to company policies
Direct the review of general ledger and balance sheet accounts, identifying and resolving reconciliation issues in a timely manner
Oversee the reconciliation and analysis of key ledger accounts, including bank account activity, cashless transactions, accounts receivable, and inventory
Ensure adherence to internal controls and company policies, proactively identifying risks and implementing corrective actions to maintain compliance and financial integrity
Drive the preparation of financial reporting, including flash reports, forecasts, and budgets
Analyze financial performance across accounts and service lines, delivering clear, actionable insights to operations and client stakeholders
Partner closely with the RVP and operations leadership to drive profitability, cost efficiency, and operational performance
Assist in the assessment of new business and retention proposals, including the review and enforcement of contractual obligations
Support and lead special projects, including strategic initiatives supporting regional, divisional, and sector priorities
Supervise, coach, and develop a team of 4–5 direct reports, fostering a high-performance and accountable culture
Champion the training, development, and continuous improvement of accounting staff across assigned branches.
Analyze financial performance across accounts and service lines, delivering clear, actionable insights to operations and client stakeholders.
Partner closely with the RVP and operations leadership to drive profitability, cost efficiency, and operational performance.
Assist in the assessment of new business and retention proposals, including the review and enforcement of contractual obligations.