Controller

Well established and fast growing multi entity organization targeting a Controller to join the team!

Compensation 125-$145K 15% Bonus

LOCATION: Woodland Hills, CA (Onsite)- occassional weekends as needed- can take subsequent time off if overtime worked

REPORTS TO: CFO

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time

SYSTEMS:

POS (Aloha), Sage Intacct (recently implemented), Paycom, MarginEdge (AP)

Preferred: Sage Intacct; Paycom experience is a plus

EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required

About the Company

The company is a rapidly growing, multi-unit hospitality organization.

Position Overview

This individual will oversee daily accounting operations and play a critical role in ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting across a multi-location environment.

The ideal candidate brings a strong technical accounting foundation along with hands-on experience in hospitality, food & beverage, or consumer retail industries.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee full-cycle accounting operations including general ledger, AP/AR, payroll, cash management, and fixed assets
• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes with a focus on accuracy and timeliness
• Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and financial variance analyses
• Partner cross-functionally with operations and FP&A to support budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and regulatory requirements
• Support external audits, internal audits, and tax-related processes
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and scalability
• Mentor and develop accounting staff, as applicable
• Assist with strategic initiatives including M&A activity and potential IPO readiness

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
• CPA (active or in progress) strongly preferred
• 5–15 years of progressive accounting experience, including 3–5 years in a leadership role
• Experience in hospitality, restaurant, F&B, or multi-unit retail environments highly preferred
• Proficiency with ERP systems (Sage Intacct or similar) and advanced Excel skills
• Strong understanding of inventory accounting and revenue recognition within hospitality
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
• Detail-oriented with a proactive and high-integrity mindset

Why Join the Company

• High-growth, founder-led organization with strong market momentum
• Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
• Opportunity for career advancement within a scaling organization
• Collaborative and dynamic team environment