CONTROLLER - NEW YORK, NEW YORK

Eurest USA
New York, NY

Restaurant Associates

  • We have an opening for a CONTROLLER - NEW YORK, NEW YORK position.

  • Location: Note: online applications accepted only.

  • Schedule : Monday - Friday

  • Requirement : In office

  • Pay Range: $100,000 - $110,000

Job Summary

The Controller will oversee financial operations for one of our multi-faceted client locations. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong business acumen, a high level of professionalism, and the ability to build effective working relationships across the organization. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with a proven background in financial reporting, cash management, and operational accounting.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee and ensure compliance with all cash-handling procedures

  • Perform reconciliation and analysis for multiple balance sheet accounts

  • Analyze financial results for internal leadership and external stakeholders

  • Manage monthly profit and loss activity and balance sheet performance

  • Develop annual budgets and periodic forecasts, identifying risks and opportunities

  • Review general ledger activity and ensure accuracy of financial data

  • Research and resolve accounting and reconciliation discrepancies

  • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports

  • Support internal and external audits, including preparation and distribution of required documentation

  • Maintain inventory controls and cost-management procedures

  • Oversee payroll processing and support Human Resources administrative functions

  • Perform additional duties and special projects assigned

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting preferred; equivalent professional experience will be considered

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in revenue control, financial reporting, and cash-handling responsibilities, including at least 3 years in a similar role

  • Accounting experience within the foodservice or retail industry required; foodservice operations experience is strongly preferred

  • Demonstrated experience with sales analysis and financial reporting

  • Strong ability to plan, organize, and manage complex processes

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

  • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and build effective working relationships

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with advanced skills in Excel; POS system experience is a plus

  • Strong analytical and organizational capabilities

Associates at Restaurant Associates are offered many fantastic benefits.

Both full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits to associates:

  • 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

In addition, full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates:

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life Insurance/AD

  • Disability Insurance

  • Commuter Benefits

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Abides by all Company policies and procedures including but not limited to:

  • The use of a medium weight cut gloves when handling or using knives, peelers, choppers, mandolins or cleaning a slicer.

  • The use of oven mitts, fryer gloves or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers or steamtables.

  • The use of slip-resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques.

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 ( WageTransparency\ RA.pdf) or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

WageTransparency\ RA.pdf

About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry

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.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details:

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging? Text JOB to 75000 and search requisition ID number 1521636 .

The advertised program is a conversational recruiting assistant that helps you apply to jobs with Compass Group. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. Text STOP to opt out or HELP for help. Terms and conditions:

This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus! If you know someone that is qualified for this role, please use the 'job search' in PeopleHub to refer your referral and email them a link to apply. Your referral will be able to apply by clicking the link in the email. You can check the status through your profile, accessible via Careers in PeopleHub, by clicking on 'referral tracking.' For Employee Referral guidelines, FAQs and the Compass Employee Referral Policy, email [email protected].

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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Posted 2026-04-18

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