Junior Controller

DO & CO group; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary range: $85,000 - $95,000 per yr

Daily complimentary meals

401K and medical benefits

Career development opportunities (dom.

International opportunities

Collaboration with luxury hospitality

Job summary

DO & CO invites applications for a Junior Controller to join our Des Plaines team. The role focuses on preparing financial reports, budgets, forecasts, and maintaining asset ledgers.

You will advise management on variances, oversee month-end closings, and supervise core accounting functions to ensure accuracy and compliance. Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of managerial accounting experience, a bachelor’s degree in a related field, and strong Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-3 years of managerial experience in accounting and finance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics, or related field.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience in hospitality, catering, or food service industry preferred.
• Strong knowledge of accounting systems, technologies, and financial reporting.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication abilities.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and diligent in follow-through.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects under time and resource constraints.
• Proactive, entrepreneurial, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
• Skilled in building relationships, handling sensitive issues, and applying tact and diplomacy.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and present financial reports and budgets throughout the year.
• Advise management of any major variances and their impact on operations.
• Prepare monthly and annual forecasts and budgets as required.
• Maintain and reconcile fixed assets with the unit’s general ledger.
• Administer competitive bidding processes; identify accounting and financial issues and propose timely solutions.
• Monitor and approve all purchases, expenses, salaries, sales, and payments.
• Analyze financial data and recommend actions to maximize profitability.
• Oversee month-end and year-end closings; coordinate and assign duties to accounting staff.
• Supervise Billing, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Cost Accounting, Inventory Accounting, and Revenue Recognition.
• Maintain internal controls over revenues, assets, and liabilities, ensuring accounts follow uniform systems.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of financial data to management.
• Evaluate departmental performance and adjust daily operations to meet organizational goals.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, vendors, banks, auditors, and affiliates.
• Partner with management to address financial management issues and risks.
• Promote continuous improvement within the department and across the organization.
• Contribute to corporate planning by developing and supporting departmental action plans.
• Run monthly, quarterly, and annual performance metrics reports.
• Play a proactive role as part of the Management Team in the wider operations of the company.
• Ensure compliance with company financial policies.
• Support special projects as assigned.

Skills

Accounting & finance management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organization & detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics, or related field

Tools

Excel

Accounting software

Job description

We have an incredible opportunity for a dynamic, energetic, and eager Junior Controller to join our Des Plaines Team!

About DO & CO

We have a passion for hospitality culinary delights on every elevated floor and in the sky. With our three business segments, Airline Catering, International Event Catering, Restaurants, Lounges & Hotels, we offer gourmet entertainment all over the world. Weoperatein 33 locations, 12 countries and 3 Continents,maintainingthe highest standard of quality in both our products and services. We refine the classics, develop the unknown and grow constantly – sometimes beyond our own expectations.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare, review, and present financial reports and budgets throughout the year.
• Advise management of any major variances and their impact on operations.
• Prepare monthly and annual forecasts and budgets as required.
• Maintain and reconcile fixed assets with the unit’s general ledger.
• Administer competitive bidding processes; identify accounting and financial issues and propose timely solutions.
• Monitor and approve all purchases, expenses, salaries, sales, and payments.
• Analyze financial data and recommend actions to maximize profitability.
• Oversee month-end and year-end closings; coordinate and assign duties to accounting staff.
• Supervise Billing, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Cost Accounting, Inventory Accounting, and Revenue Recognition.
• Maintain internal controls over revenues, assets, and liabilities, ensuring accounts follow uniform systems.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of financial data to management.
• Evaluate departmental performance and adjust daily operations to meet organizational goals.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, vendors, banks, auditors, and affiliates.
• Partner with management to address financial management issues and risks.
• Promote continuous improvement within the department and across the organization.
• Contribute to corporate planning by developing and supporting departmental action plans.
• Run monthly, quarterly, and annual performance metrics reports.
• Play a proactive role as part of the Management Team in the wider operations of the company.
• Ensure compliance with company financial policies.
• Support special projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 1-3 years of managerial experience in accounting and finance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel.
• Experience in hospitality, catering, or food service industry preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and confidence.
• Strong knowledge of accounting systems, technologies, and financial reporting.
• Advanced mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication abilities.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and diligent in follow-through.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects under time and resource constraints.
• Proactive, entrepreneurial, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
• Skilled in building relationships, handling sensitive issues, and applying tact and diplomacy.

What We Offer:

• Salary range: $85,000 - $95,000 annually.
• Daily Complimentary Meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner).
• FT employees are eligible for 401K andmedicalbenefits: medical, dental, and vision.
• An organization dedicated to fosteringinnovation;in pursuit of cultivating creativity, embracingnew ideasandleveragingour impeccable standard for hospitality.
• Genuine career development opportunities, both nationally and internationally.
• The chance to collaborate and represent a leading force in the luxury global gourmet entertainment industry by attendingworld-classevents.

Diversity & Inclusion Statement

DO & CO provides equal employment opportunities. Applicants will be considered for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other protected characteristic