Hospitality Controller

Controller – Hospitality Restaurant Group

Salary: $120,000 - $155,000 – Depending on Experience

Why This Controller Opportunity Stands Out

• Urgent, high-impact Controller role with immediate ownership
• Hypergrowth company with ~30 locations across 4 states
• Lead and develop a Controller team of 6–8 (mostly junior)
• Opportunity to build structure, processes, and best practices
• Clear path for growth into future Controller → CFO progression
• High visibility with VP + CEO

Controller Perks & Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision (details being finalized)
• 401(k)
• PTO + holidays
• Employee dining discounts
• Growth opportunities within the Controller / finance leadership track

Controller Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a Controller team of 6–8 (mentorship + development)
• Oversee full-cycle, multi-entity, multi-state accounting
• Own Controller-level month-end close + financial reporting
• Drive inventory and cost accounting across locations
• Provide cash flow forecasting and insights to leadership
• Implement and refine Controller SOPs + internal controls
• Partner with operations + executive leadership
• Support audit processes and compliance
• Oversee ERP systems and financial workflows

Controller Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Accounting or Finance
• REQUIRED: Restaurant / hospitality Controller experience
• Proven experience managing Controller or accounting teams (6+)
• Strong hands-on Controller-level accounting background
• Experience in multi-state / multi-entity environments
• ERP experience (R365, Odoo, or similar) preferred
• CPA or pursuing is a plus
• Mandarin Chinese is a strong plus