Assistant Controller

PepperJax Grill; Omaha (NE); Remote; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as an Assistant Controller at a forward-thinking restaurant company. This role is pivotal in driving financial success and supporting strategic decisions. You'll collaborate closely with leadership, providing analytical insights that shape the company's growth. Your expertise in GAAP, financial forecasting, and data analysis will be essential in optimizing performance and ensuring compliance. Enjoy a competitive benefits package, including bonuses and flexible remote work options, while making a significant impact in a fast-paced environment. If you're ready to take on exciting challenges and contribute to a thriving business, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Bonus eligibility

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in multi-unit retail or restaurant environments.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Budget and forecast for sales and marketing initiatives.
• Engage in annual budget planning and execution.
• Support CFO with financial reporting and analysis.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

General Ledger Reconciliation

Advanced MS Excel

Analytical skills

Quantitative skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Project management

Data analysis

Financial forecasting

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

POS software

Restaurant 365

MS Office Suite

Job description

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Position Summary

As a key member of the Accounting & Finance team, the Assistant Controller is responsible for a wide range of professional accounting functions. This position will collaborate and support departmental leaders, providing analytical support for key business decisions and projects while engaging closely with the Chief Financial Officer, Controller, Director of Payroll & Human Resources and the Supply Chain Manager.

Controller’s responsibilities may include some or all of the following: data analysis, period-end financial statement preparation, variance review, biweekly payroll support, regulatory and tax compliance, and weekly and period financial reporting that summarizes performance. Strong candidates will be motivated by what they can achieve and how they will impact the next phase of the company’s overall growth and development.

Key Functions & Duties

1. Budget and forecast for various sales and marketing initiatives
2. Data mining and visualization
3. Customize and execute reports in Restaurant 365
4. Monitor variances to budget and present findings to CFO weekly
5. Develop financial models, diagnostic tools, and/or new analytical methods to identify trends, interpret results, and optimize store level profits
6. Engage in annual budget planning and execution
7. Assist CFO and Controller with monthly Sales Tax preparation for multiple states
8. Assist with GL account reconciliation for period and year end processes
9. Present project results and recommendations to CFO and other department leaders
10. Utilize multiple sources of data to extract, analyze, and report on various items including Sales, project ROI, and restaurant performance
11. Support departmental leadership in the analysis of strategic management decisions to improve the economic model of each restaurant concept
12. Support the Director of Payroll & Human Resources in payroll process biweekly as needed
13. Communicate across business lines on P&L related items, policies, and business concepts to increase business acumen
14. Ad-hoc financial and non-financial analysis

Required Skills:

1. Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting
2. Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience, ideally in multi-unit retail or restaurant environment
3. Strong knowledge of GAAP
4. General Ledger Reconciliation experience
5. Advanced MS Excel skills and strong MS Office Suite knowledge.
6. Strong analytical, quantitative, written, and verbal communication skills.
7. Ability to manage and take ownership of priorities and projects in a fast-paced environment.
8. Ability to extract and analyze raw data from POS and Accounting systems, draw conclusions, and report on findings
9. Experience with ROI, profitability, variance analysis, and financial forecasting
10. Skilled in presenting financial data and managing confidential information.
11. Ability to adapt and manage multiple projects and deadlines

Preferred Skills:

1. Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
2. Restaurant or hospitality experience
3. Experience in POS software programs

Salary & Benefits:

PepperJax Grill has in place a competitive compensation and benefits package. The Assistant Controller position is bonus eligible in addition to medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off and other benefits.

The company’s corporate headquarters are in Kearney, Nebraska. This position can be a remote position, but the candidate must reside within 2 hours of Kearney, Nebraska, or within 3 hours of the Omaha, Nebraska metropolitan area. The position will involve occasional travel to meetings in Kearney or Omaha or other meeting locations as needed.

Background screening is a conditional requirement for this position.

PepperJax Grill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. PepperJax Grill shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, domestic partner status, pregnancy, disability, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

Restaurants