DIVISIONAL OPERATIONS CONTROLLER - WASHINGTON, D.C.

Occasions Caterers; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Voluntary Benefits (insurance)

Job summary

Occasions Caterers is seeking a Divisional Operations Controller to oversee accounting and control functions within a division, including revenue and expense reporting, AP/AR, and monthly financial reporting.

This role provides strategic financial support to operations and the General Manager, ensuring compliance with agreements and preparing timely financial statements and external reports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration.
• Seven plus years business experience in similar position.
• Microsoft Excel & Access application development experience helpful.
• Powerful communication and presentation skills.
• Microsoft Office, Strong Access experience, SAP GL, SAP Payroll.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities with strong organizational skills.
• Team player, detail oriented and able to work under deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Receives and ensures end-to-end management of the finance function at the account.
• Provides strategic financial support to operations to optimize revenue and cost.
• Analyzes financial results to advise the General Manager and Corporate Team.
• Ensures compliance with management agreements and policies.
• Maintains effective system and control procedures and timely reporting.
• Prepares financial statements within corporate closing schedules.
• Ensures invoices are sent to clients promptly and AP/AR are managed efficiently.
• Prepares sales, occupancy tax returns and other external reports as needed.
• Ensures integrity of data processing and submission of reports, budgets, forecasts.

Skills

Excel/Access development

Communication skills

Organization skills

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration

Tools

SAP GL

SAP Payroll

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary

Working as the Divisional Operations Controller, you will oversee all the accounting and control functions of the accounts within a particular division. This includes all revenue and expense reporting, accounts payable, accounts receivable and monthly financial reporting requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Receives and ensures accuracy of end to end management of the finance function at the account
• Provides strategic financial support to the operations to ensure that all opportunities for revenue generation and cost containment are identified and fully exploited in all areas of the business
• Analyzes and interprets financial results in order to assist and advise the General Manager and the Company Corporate Team
• Ensures compliance with the management agreement
• Maintains effective system and control procedures
• Prepares the financial statements within the time frames supplied in the corporate closing schedule and according to Company Policies and Procedures, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and the Uniform System of Accounts
• Ensures all invoices are sent to clients in a timely manner
• Ensures all AP & AR’s are managed in an efficient manner
• Prepares timely and accurate sales, uses occupancy tax returns as well as any other external reports or returns as deemed necessary.
• Ensures integrity and efficiency of computerized data processing functions
• Ensures that all financial reports, budgets, forecasts, and other information required by the Company are accurately compiled and submitted within the specified time limits, identifying variances, and making recommendations for improvements as appropriate
• Reviews forecasts and budgets prepared by management team to ensure that the clients and Company Corporate Management are provided with guidelines of performance that are both reasonable and achievable

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration
• Seven plus years business experience in similar position
• Microsoft Excel & Access application development experience helpful
• Powerful communication and presentation skills
• Microsoft Office, Strong Access experience, SAP GL, SAP Payroll
• The individual must possess a demonstrated ability to manage multiple task & priorities, have strong organizational skills, and produce consistently accurate work
• Team Player and motivator, detail oriented, forward thinking, creative, ability to work under strict deadlines and maintain and a consistently stable work environment

Benefits

Both full‑time and part‑time positions offer the following benefits to associates:

• Retirement Plan
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program

In addition, full‑time positions also offer the following benefits to associates:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

About Our Company

Since 1986, Occasions Caterers has worked closely with our clients to create remarkable events. We have grown in size but maintain a boutique approach to full‑service catering with a focus on custom menus, creative décor, expert planning and gracious service. We craft experiences through food, design and hospitality to reflect your unique style, taste and vision. With over thirty years of experience, we have an unmatched scope of knowledge, resources and relationships to produce events that exceed expectation and delight in every way. Occasions Caterers has a mission to have dedicated team members who support and work together to create exceptional catered experiences each and every day.

Diversity of thought and inclusion for all is what drives our success – we invite you to start your journey with us today!

Equal Opportunity

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.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.