Controller-Supermarket Operations, Boston MA

JOB DESCRIPTION

Controller – Supermarket Operations

Department Finance & Accounting

Reports To CEO

Scope Full-cycle accounting across 6 supermarket locations and central warehouse — Greater Boston area

They are a family-owned, immigrant-founded grocery brand with deep roots in the Greater Boston area's Latino, Brazilian, and multi-ethnic communities. What started as a single store built on hard work, cultural pride, and a commitment to serving our neighbors has grown into a 6-location operation that remains as personal today as it was on day one.

Our stores are more than supermarkets — they are gathering places for communities that don't always see themselves reflected in mainstream retail. We carry the products, flavors, and brands that our customers grew up with, and we hire people who understand and celebrate that mission. Culture isn't a footnote here — it is the business.

We are proud of who we are, where we come from, and the communities we serve. The right person for this role will share that pride and bring genuine enthusiasm for what makes us different.

We are seeking an experienced Controller with a strong background in supermarket or grocery retail accounting to join our Finance team. This is a senior, hands-on role responsible for owning all accounting operations — from general ledger management and reconciliations to financial reporting and cash management — across our 6 Greater Boston locations and central warehouse.

The ideal candidate brings deep familiarity with the financial rhythms of supermarket operations: weekly P&L cycles, shrink, margin analysis, vendor reconciliations, and multi-location reporting. A key long-term objective of this role is to absorb and internalize the full-cycle accounting and reporting work currently handled by our third-party accounting provider. Candidates with hands-on experience at a supermarket company or a grocery-focused accounting firm are strongly preferred.

This is not a standard corporate accounting seat. You will need to understand the business from the inside out:

• Supermarket P&L dynamics — gross margin by department, markdowns, shrink, seasonal fluctuations
• Multi-location reporting across 6 stores with store-level accountability
• Vendor and trade reconciliations specific to grocery retail
• High-volume, fast-cycle weekly reporting tied to store operations
• A mission-driven, community-rooted culture where the work has real meaning

1. Full-Cycle Accounting & General Ledger

• Maintain and manage the general ledger across all store and warehouse entities
• Prepare and post journal entries including AR, retail adjustments, and accruals
• Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of all accounting records

2. Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare weekly and monthly financial reports including P&L and balance sheets for all locations
• Analyze sales, payroll, markdowns, shrink, and gross margin (GM%) to identify discrepancies and opportunities
• Provide actionable insights to improve profitability by vendor and department
• Deliver timely, accurate reporting to ownership and management

3. Cash Flow & Treasury Management

• Oversee weekly cash flow planning and reporting
• Manage wire transfers, ACH, and portal payments
• Administer Positive Pay for fraud prevention
• Coordinate weekly check runs in line with budget
• Ensure proper handling and deposit of incoming checks

4. Payroll & Labor Oversight

• Review and submit weekly payroll
• Run post-payroll reports and distribute to relevant stakeholders
• Monitor payroll expenses and ensure alignment with store-level budgets
• Manage administrative expense reimbursements

5. Accounts Payable & Fixed Expenses

• Manage recurring payments including rent, utilities, and vendor obligations
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of all AP transactions

6. Budgeting & Forecasting

• Develop and update monthly and quarterly budgets
• Track actual performance against budget and explain variances
• Support ownership in financial planning and strategic decision-making

7. Store & Operational Partnership

• Conduct financial reviews and regular meetings with each store location
• Partner with…