Overview
The Controller must have solid communication, technology, analytical and
management skills. The individual is charged with developing annual business plans, performing cost-benefit
analyses, and aligning finance to operations. The controller must be able
to provide unit-level operating teams and ownership with timely financial and
performance information in a clear and actionable form on a timely and
consistent basis.
I. Responsibilities
Planning and directing all accounting operational functions- Establishing and maintaining processes/systems surrounding: cash management, A/P, A/R, Payroll, etc.
- Managing the accumulation and consolidation of all financial data necessary
for an accurate accounting of consolidated business results
- Coordinating and preparing internal and external financial statements on a
monthly, quarterly and annual basis
- Develop and maintain relationships with commercial banking and lenders
- Implement new accounting standards (i.e. Lease Accounting) as required
- Providing management with information vital to the decision-making process
- Managing the budget process for Corporate Overhead
- Assessing current accounting operations, offering recommendations for
improvement and implementing new processes
- Evaluating accounting and internal control systems
- Developing and monitoring business performance metrics
- Overseeing regulatory reporting, frequently including tax planning and
compliance
- Hiring, training and retaining skilled accounting staff
II. Requirements
- A minimum of ten years of progressive career growth, grounded in U.S. GAAP
accounting with a minimum of 2-3 years controllership experience
- Multi-unit operations (retail, restaurant, hotel) experience preferred
- Experience with point of sale systems in the restaurant/hospitality industry. This may
include PosiTouch, Micros, TOAST, or Aloha.
- CPA or MBA preferred
- Experience
and working knowledge across the entire spectrum of accounting and treasury,
including accounting, audit, tax, compliance, cash management, and information
technology
to communicate in the English language. Must be able to communicate with
restaurant-level managers, Directors, and C-Level executives.
III. Abilities
- Work Environment This job operates
in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office
equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax
machines.
Physical Demands This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the
ability to move files, open filing cabinets, and bend or stand as necessary.
**This is an essential role and work will be done at the worksite in Redwood City, CA. Remote work not available.
