OPERATIONS CONTROLLER - POTENTIAL NEW BUSINESS - S

Compass Group•Pittsfield, MA

1d•$65,000 - $80,000

About The Position

As the leading foodservice and support services company, Compass Group USA is known for our great people, great service and our great results. If you’ve been hungry and away from home, chances are you’ve tasted Compass Group’s delicious food and experienced our outstanding service. We have over 284,000 US associates who work in award-winning restaurants, corporate cafes, hospitals, schools, arenas, museums, and more in all 50 states. Our reach is constantly expanding to shape the industry and create new opportunities for innovation. Join the Compass family today! Working as an Operations Controller you will be responsible for the accounting activity within an assigned account(s) and assisting the Regional Director of Finance with all aspects of the financial activities that occur within the region.

Requirements

A minimum of five years’ experience with revenue control, financial reporting and cash handling responsibilities
Accounting experience in foodservice or retail industry required, foodservice operations experience a plus
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
Accounting experience in foodservice or retail industry required, 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