ASSISTANT REGIONAL CONTROLLER

Compass Group USA; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Life Insurance/ AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Personal Leave

Job summary

Compass Group USA is seeking an Assistant Regional Controller to support monthly close, forecast, and budgets across assigned regions. The role requires strong accounting and leadership skills to drive accuracy, compliance, and financial integrity while partnering with operations leadership.

The successful candidate will oversee accounting activities, coach a team of 5–6, and contribute to strategic initiatives and special projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum five years of accounting/finance experience in the retail industry.
• Proven ability to lead, develop, and retain high-performing teams.
• Demonstrated budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis experience.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to identify issues and drive results.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast paced, dynamic work environment.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively partner with operations and senior leadership.
• Proficient knowledge of Excel, Access, and SAP.
• Travel up to 20%.

Responsibilities

• Lead the oversight of monthly P&L and balance sheet activity per policy.
• Direct review of general ledger and balance sheet accounts; resolve reconciliation issues.
• Oversee reconciliation and analysis of key ledgers including receivables and inventory.
• Ensure adherence to internal controls; identify risks and implement corrective actions.
• Drive preparation of financial reporting, forecasts, and budgets.
• Assist in assessing new business and retention proposals and contractual obligations.
• Lead special projects supporting branch operations and regional priorities.
• Supervise and develop a team of 5–6 direct reports.
• Collaborate with RVP and operations leadership on financial performance.
• Champion training and continuous improvement of accounting staff.

Skills

Strong problem-solving

Analytical skills

Excellent communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

Tools

Excel

Access

SAP

Job description

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Position Title:ASSISTANT REGIONAL CONTROLLER

Pay Grade: 16

Canteen brings break time to everyone. We combine food, service, and experience backed by industry-leading technology to help companies create a better workplace and connect their employees. Canteen’s solutions include markets, office coffee and snacks, unattended retail, and culinary.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Their dedication, collaboration, and passion fuel our growth. Interested in joining our team? You bring the enthusiasm, customer service, and commitment; we’ll supply the opportunity and innovation. Together, we’ll continue to transform our industry.

Come grow with us. We are Canteen.

Job Summary

Working as a Controller, Assistant Regional, you will be responsible for assisting with monthly fiscal close, forecast, and budgets, including preparation of financial statements for assigned Regions or Subsidiaries. The successful candidate will be highly motivated professional with proven ability to establish excellent working relationships with various team members and levels of management.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the oversight of monthly P&L and balance sheet activity, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and adherence to company policies
• Direct the review of general ledger and balance sheet accounts, identifying and resolving reconciliation issues in a timely manner
• Oversee the reconciliation and analysis of key ledger accounts, including accounts receivable, cashless transactions, inventory, and commissions
• Ensure adherence to internal controls and company policies, proactively identifying risks and implementing corrective actions to maintain compliance and financial integrity
• Drive the preparation of financial reporting, including flash reports, forecasts, and budgets
• Assist in the assessment of new business and retention proposals, including the review and enforcement of contractual obligations
• Support and lead special projects, including strategic initiatives supporting branch operations as well as regional, divisional, and sector priorities
• Supervise, coach, and develop a team of 5–6 direct reports, fostering a high-performance and accountable culture
• Partner closely with the RVP and operations leadership to support financial performance and operational decision-making
• Champion the training, development, and continuous improvement of accounting staff across assigned branches.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance or equivalent professional experience
• A minimum of five years of accounting/finance experience in the retail industry
• Proven ability to lead, develop, and retain high-performing teams
• Demonstrated experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to identify issues, recommend solutions, and drive results
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast paced, dynamic work environment
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively partner with operations and senior leadership
• Proficient knowledge of Excel, Access, and SAP
• Travel up to 20%

Canteen is a member of Compass Group USA

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

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.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Canteen maintains a drug-free workplace.

Associates at Canteen are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• 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
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• 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.