OPERATIONS CONTROLLER - NEW YORK, NY

Restaurant Associates

Position Title: OPERATIONS CONTROLLER

Pay Grade: 14

Salary: $120,000-$125,000

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 ( !

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Job Summary

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.

Key Responsibilities:

• 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

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred, or equivalent professional experience

• 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

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

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Associates at Restaurant Associates are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• Life Insurance/ AD

• Disability Insurance

• Retirement Plan

• Paid Time Off

• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)

• Associate Shopping Program

• Health and Wellness Programs

• Discount Marketplace

• Identity Theft Protection

• Pet Insurance

• Commuter Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

• Paid Parental Leave

• Personal Leave

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here ( or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.