OPERATIONS CONTROLLER - NEW YORK, NY

Restaurant Associates

New York City, USonsite$105k-$115k/yrPosted Jun 26, 2026
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About the role

Position Title: OPERATIONS CONTROLLER

Pay Grade: 15

Salary: $105,000 - $115,000

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 !

Job Summary

Working as an Operations Controller you will be responsible for the accounting activity within an assigned account(s) and assisting the Regional Director of Finance with all aspects of the financial activities that occur within the region.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversees all cash handling procedures

Performs reconciliation and analysis for several balance sheet accounts

Analyzes financial results for both internal and external use

Tracks and maintains monthly P/L and balance sheet activity

Develops forecasts and budgets, identifying risks and opportunities

Reviews general ledger and balance sheets

Resolves various accounting/reconciliation issues

Completes financial reports: monthly, quarterly and annual reports, including but not limited to monthly and fiscal close, internal and external audit reporting; manages report preparation and distribution

Maintains inventory and cost control procedures

Performs administration of Payroll and Human Resources

Performs related duties and special projects as assigned

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred, or equivalent professional experience

A minimum of five years’ experience with revenue control, financial reporting and cash handling responsibilities

Accounting experience in foodservice or retail industry required, foodservice operations experience a plus

Ability to prepare monthly financial statements, key metric reports, budgets, forecasts, cash flow projections and analyses

Adept at planning, organizing and controlling complex processes as well as analyzing moderately complex financial information

Experience with POS, cash and credit card reports

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Skilled at managing multiple priorities and relationships

Computer skills: proficient in Microsoft Office with a concentration in Excel

Strong analytical and organizational skills

Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment

Conformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior

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Restaurant Associates is a member of Compass Group USA

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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 (including relevant driving 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.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

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

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 or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.

Compensation

This Finance role pays $105k-$115k/yr. Within typical range for finance roles in United States.

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