K-12 Dining Operations Finance Lead

Chartwells School Dining Services K12; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

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

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

FSAs

Paid Parental Leave

Personal Leave

Job summary

Chartwells K-12 seeks an experienced Operations Controller to lead the financial function for the St Louis Public Schools account. This role oversees budgeting, forecasting, analysis, and compliance, translating complex data into actionable guidance for decision-making and long-term success.

The candidate will partner with operational leadership to ensure strong financial performance and controls within a large, multi-cost center K–12 food service operation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred, or equivalent professional experience.
• At least five years’ experience with revenue control, financial reporting and cash handling.
• Experience in foodservice or retail accounting preferred; POS familiarity a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversees all cash handling procedures.
• Performs reconciliation and analysis for balance sheet accounts.
• Analyzes financial results for internal and external use.
• Tracks and maintains monthly P/L and balance sheet activity.
• Develops forecasts and budgets, identifying risks and opportunities.
• Reviews general ledger and balance sheets.
• Resolves various accounting/reconciliation issues.
• Completes financial reports: monthly, quarterly and annual reports, including monthly close and audit reporting; manages report preparation and distribution.
• Maintains inventory and cost control procedures.
• Performs administration of Payroll and Human Resources.
• Performs related duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Financial analysis

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

POS systems

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Chartwells K-12 seeks an experienced Operations Controller to lead the financial function for the St Louis Public Schools account. This role oversees budgeting, forecasting, analysis, and compliance, translating complex data into actionable guidance for decision-making and long-term success.

The candidate will partner with operational leadership to ensure strong financial performance and controls within a large, multi-cost center K–12 food service operation.