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Compass Group, North America

Senior Regional Controller

Compass Group, North America, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245

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Overview Salary: $150,000 - $160,000

Other Forms of Compensation:

yearly bonus

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!

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Job Summary The Senior Regional Controller is a results-oriented finance role that reports directly to the Divisional VP of Finance, working closely with RA’s Operations team to improve profitability and cash flow.

Duties

Act as financial advisor and business partner to the VP of Finance.

Manage and control the annual budgeting process and assist with the presentation to Divisional Management.

Coordinate the Forecast process and work with the operations team to produce action plans to rectify any performance issues.

Provide financial evaluation of new business and rebid proformas, working closely with the sales and operations team to ensure financial goals are achievable. Improve the quality of financial review through benchmarking and sensitivity analysis.

Negotiate where appropriate in client negotiations e.g., contractual discussions, AR disputes.

Oversee the monthly close process and work closely with the field accounting team to continually improve the close process.

Analyze and review weekly and monthly results and work closely with the operational team to agree action plans to resolve financial issues.

Seek continuous improvement in account profitability through raising the financial awareness and financial competence of the operations team.

Focus on improving business cash-flow notably through:

Effective management of Account Receivables

Efficient utilization of capital investment

Sound inventory management

Ensure sound financial control throughout the region and work closely with the Internal Audit Department to ensure:

ICR targets are delivered

Audit report recommendations are implemented promptly

Loss prevention disciplines are in place (cash handling, timely payment of invoices, inventory, etc…)

Recruit, coach and develop financial support staff.

Ensure that assets are set up properly with the accounting and capital assets department by making certain that all invoices are forwarded in a timely manner.

Provide client ad-hoc reporting as needed.

Review and analyze Compass reporting to proactively confront potential issues.

Attend divisional and regional meetings as needed.

Education

Must hold a four-(4) year accounting degree

CPA and MBA are also preferable

Work Experience

Minimum of five (5) years in a Senior Financial role within a Service or Retail organization

Demonstrate leadership qualities

Other Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word. Previous experience with SAP is preferable

Apply to Restaurant Associates today!

Restaurant Associates is a member of Compass Group USA

Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story (http://www.compass-usa.com/our-story/)

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, 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.

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

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.

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 (https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_RA.pdf) for paid time off benefits information.

Req ID:

1480060

Restaurant Associates

Jacinda Moore

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