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Role Description

Working as an Operations Controller you will be responsible for the accounting activity and assessing the financial performance within an assigned account(s) and assisting the Senior Director of Finance with all aspects of the financial activities that occur within the region.

• Leads the financial planning & analysis function at the account, including the development of sound annual budgets linked to operational assumptions, forecasts, and the supporting processes required to measure actual performance vs budgets and forecasts, and identify risk and opportunities.
• Improves financial performance by analyzing results, monitoring variances, and identifying trends; providing performance guidelines and recommendations to management as appropriate.
• Manages the weekly flash process at the account, partnering with field operators to determine accuracy and reports to management on the financial standing of the account vs the budget.
• Ensures the accuracy of financial statements during the month-end close by reconciling transactions and comparing and correcting data.
• Creates client-facing presentations summarizing financial performance, operational metrics, and financial forecasts.
• 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.
• Reviews general ledger and balance sheets.
• Resolves various accounting/reconciliation issues.
• Ensures all Accounts Receivables are managed in an efficient manner.
• Maintains inventory and cost control procedures.
• Ensures contract compliance.
• Performs related duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred, or equivalent professional experience.
• A minimum of five years’ experience with revenue control, financial planning, and reporting.
• Experience in managing multiple accounts/locations required.
• 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.

Benefits

• Retirement Plan
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Company Description

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.