Assistant Controller (Catalogue Brands)

Ted's Bulletin

Washington (District of Columbia)

On-site

USD 108,000 - 132,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Company-subsidized Medical insurance

Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k)

Life and Long-Term Disability

Voluntary Benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Time

Dining discounts across Catalogue

Job summary

Ted's Bulletin, a Catalogue brand, seeks an experienced Assistant Controller to lead restaurant group accounting across multiple locations with a strong focus on GAAP compliance, internal controls, and monthly closes.

The role combines hands-on accounting with strategic oversight, reporting to the Corporate Controller and partnering with restaurant management to drive accurate, timely financial insights.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required.
5+ years of progressive restaurant/multi-entity accounting experience.
Strong understanding of GAAP and restaurant industry accounting practices.

Responsibilities

Perform daily, monthly/period related accounting for multiple locations and entities.
Oversee reconciliation of 25+ bank accounts each period.
Lead audits with an external firm and ensure GAAP compliance.
Develop and enforce internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure accurate reporting.
Mentor accounting staff and collaborate with restaurant management for timely reporting.
Assist in implementing and maintaining Restaurant365 and related systems.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Restaurant365

Toast POS

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About Us

Catalogue, a Salis Holdings-owned platform company, is committed to building timeless consumer businesses and branded platforms around where people eat, travel and stay. Catalogue owns and operates a growing portfolio of hospitality brands including Ted's Bulletin, Kramers, Federalist Pig, and Honeymoon Chicken.

About Us

Position Summary

We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Assistant Controller to join the Catalogue team. This individual must be a strategic thinker with a strong understanding of restaurant accounting principles and practices to oversee key aspects of the accounting function, including financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls across multiple locations and entities. This is a hands-on leadership role that combines deep technical accounting expertise with oversight of the day-to-day accounting function. The Assistant Controller acts as the Controller's right hand, providing functional leadership to the accounting team while partnering closely with the Controller on strategic priorities.

What You'll Do

Financial Reporting

Perform daily, monthly/period related accounting procedures for multiple locations and legal entities.
Manage companies in a 4-4-4, 13 period environment.
Oversight of the reconciliation of 25+ bank accounts each period.
Approve and authorize sales tax calculation and payments.
Prepare, review, and sign off on all Balance Sheet reconciliations.
Maintain Fixed Asset and Depreciation/Amortization Schedules.
Lead the accounting team's preparation of quarterly and annual audits with an outside firm.
Oversight and assist with period accounting close.
Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and other relevant regulations.
Organize, submit and complete multiple property tax returns in multiple jurisdictions in a timely and accurate manner.
Review, analyze, and enact internal processes and procedures, providing suggestions for improvement where applicable.
Assist in developing and formalizing departmental SOPs.
Analyze financial data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.

Budgeting and Forecasting

Assist in the development and management of annual budgets and forecasts for the entire restaurant group.
Provide financial analysis to support executive level and operational decision-making.

Internal Controls

Design, implement, and enforce internal controls procedures to safeguard assets and ensure accurate financial reporting.
Conduct reviews of internal controls to identify and mitigate risks.

Team Leadership & Mentorship

Serve as a technical mentor and go-to resource for accounting staff, providing guidance on complex transactions, reconciliations, and restaurant-specific accounting practices.
Review team members' work for accuracy and troubleshoot discrepancies before they reach the Controller.
Assist with training new accounting team members on company processes and systems (R365, Toast, etc.).
Foster a collaborative, high-standards culture within the accounting function.
Partner daily/weekly with restaurant-level management teams to ensure accurate, timely reporting from the field.

System Implementation and Maintenance

Assist in implementing and maintaining accounting systems, including Restaurant365, to ensure efficient and accurate financial operations.
Stay current on industry trends and best practices.

What We're Looking For

Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
Experience: 5+ years of progressive restaurant/multi-entity accounting experience, including prior experience in an Assistant Controller or equivalent senior role.
Industry Knowledge: Strong understanding of GAAP and restaurant industry accounting practices.
Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Restaurant365, Toast POS and other accounting software.
Analytical Skills: Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Leadership & Mentorship: Experience mentoring or informally guiding junior accounting staff preferred.
Communication: Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders.
Work Ethic: Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Compensation

Salary: $120,000/year

Benefits & Perks

Health & Financial