Corporate Controller - Multi Brand Restaurant Group

Doherty Enterprises; Allendale (NJ); On-site; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Paid time off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

401k

Job summary

Doherty Enterprises seeks a Controller to lead the accounting operations, including payroll and treasury, across all restaurant concepts and affiliated entities. You will ensure the integrity and timeliness of financial reporting while partnering with the CFO and executive leadership.

The role requires a CPA, a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, and 10+ years of progressive accounting experience with multi-unit leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• CPA certification required.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership.
• Multi-unit restaurant/retail/hospitality experience preferred.
• Strong Excel/analytical skills and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting, payroll, financial statements, treasury management, and investments for all concepts and entities.
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to ensure timely, accurate reporting.
• Develop and implement accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Document and train staff on accounting systems and reporting procedures.
• Prepare external audit readiness and liaise with CFO and auditors.
• Oversee financing activities, banking relationships, debt compliance, and lender reporting.
• Monitor cash flow and financial transactions; analyze trends for strategic planning.
• Coordinate federal, state, and local tax filings with external advisors.
• Review and optimize financial systems and reporting integrations.
• Prepare and present financial analyses to support strategic decisions.
• Mentor and develop accounting, payroll, and finance staff; drive accountability.

Skills

Accounting leadership

Internal controls

Financial reporting

Financial close process

Policy development

Staff training

Audit readiness

CFO liaison

Cash flow management

Multitasking

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Position & Perks

The Controller is responsible for leading the Company's accounting operations and ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of all financial statement reporting. This position oversees the accounting, payroll, and treasury functions; maintains strong internal controls; supports strategic financial planning; and serves as a key business partner to the Chief Financial Officer and executive leadership team.

Placement within the salary range is based on factors such as experience, qualifications, skills, internal equity, and business needs. In limited circumstances, compensation above the posted range may be considered for candidates with exceptional qualifications or specialized experience.

We offer a wide package of Benefits including healthcare, PTO, 401k, Paid Holidays and much more!

Responsibilities

• Oversee the accounting, payroll, financial statement reporting, treasury management, and investment activities for all restaurant concepts and affiliated entities.
• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial statement reporting.
• Develop and implement accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to support operational excellence.
• Develop, document, and train employees on accounting systems, financial processes, and reporting procedures.
• Ensure that staff is prepared for external audits and takes the lead with staff level auditors, elevating issues as appropriate to the CFO.
• Oversee financing activities, banking relationships, debt compliance, and lender reporting requirements.
• Monitor cash flow, accounts, and other financial transactions.
• Analyze the financial climate and market trends to assist senior executives in creating strategic plans for the future.
• Coordinate the preparation and review of federal, state, and local tax filings with external tax advisors.
• Oversee financial systems and integrations to ensure the integrity and efficiency of accounting processes and reporting.
• Perform detailed analysis and review of monthly balance sheets.
• Review monthly financial results and identify significant variances between actual, budget, and prior year performance.
• Prepares various cash, and AP discount reports on a monthly basis.
• Prepare Capital Expenditure analytics for operations and senior management.
• Review and approve significant disbursements and cash transactions.
• Reviews applications for new credit arrangements.
• Review financial terms of significant contracts and partner with Legal and Operations regarding financial risk.
• Prepare and present financial analyses and executive reporting to support strategic decision-making.
• Responds to CFO as assigned with accurate and timely work to facilitate that role’s financial needs;able to field requests for information and data for the CFO.
• Leads, mentors, develops, and evaluates accounting, payroll, and finance team members while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Partner with Operations and executive leadership to analyze financial performance, identify trends, and recommend strategies to improve profitability.
• Participate in a wide variety of special projects and compile a variety of special reports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• CPA required.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership experience.
• Multi-unit restaurant, hospitality, retail, franchise, or consumer services experience strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of state and local regulatory requirements applicable to finance and financial terms and principles.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Advanced math skills; ability to calculate figures, amounts, and percentages, and apply concepts of mathematics relating to financial calculations.
• Must have initiative and ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Ability to maintain highly confidential information.
• Strong interpersonal skills to interface with all disciplines and levels.
• Resourceful with exceptional problem solving and decision making skills, ability to troubleshoot with keen attention to detail.
• Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environmentwith multiple competing demands with a strong sense of urgency.