Operations Controller

Operations Controller

$120,000 - $140,000 –
Full‑Time Onsite

This role will oversee the month‑end close process, financial reporting, team leadership, and process improvement initiatives while partnering with leadership to support strategic decision‑making. The ideal candidate is a hands‑on accounting professional with strong technical expertise, proven leadership experience, and a continuous‑improvement mindset. Our client is a well‑established hospitality and management organization with operations spanning multiple states. With a strong focus on operational excellence, growth, and employee development, the company continues to expand while maintaining a collaborative and team‑oriented culture.

This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact within a dynamic, multi‑entity environment.

• Lead and manage the monthly and annual close processes.
• Prepare accurate and timely internal and external financial statements.
• Perform financial analysis and reporting to support operational and executive decision‑making.
• Oversee period‑end close activities across multiple operating entities.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies.

• Supervise, mentor, and develop the accounting team, including the Accounts Payable Supervisor.
• Establish performance expectations and support professional growth.
• Foster a collaborative, accountable, and high‑performing team environment.
• Review work product for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to deadlines.

• Lead special projects stemming from month‑end findings, process improvements, and accounting clean‑up initiatives.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with departments throughout the organization.
• Develop, document, and enhance accounting policies, procedures, and business processes.
• Strengthen internal controls and identify opportunities for increased efficiency and accuracy.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and accounts payable processes.
• Prior supervisory or management experience.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience with ERP and automated accounting systems beyond Quick Books.

• CPA and/or MBA.
• Public accounting experience (4+ years) and/or private industry accounting experience (6+ years).
• Experience working within multi‑entity organizations.