OPERATIONS CONTROLLER - SANTA CLARA, CA

Bon Appétit Management Company; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Commuter Benefits

Job summary

Bon Appétit Management Company is seeking an Operations Controller in Santa Clara, California. You will manage the accounting activities for assigned accounts and support the Regional Director of Finance with financial operations. Ideal candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and at least five years of relevant experience in the foodservice industry.

This role includes responsibilities such as financial reporting, balance sheet analysis, and monthly P/L tracking, all while adhering to high ethical standards. Join us for a fulfilling career with competitive medical and retirement benefits!

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years’ experience with revenue control and financial reporting.
• Ability to prepare key metric reports and budgets.
• Accounting experience in foodservice or retail industry required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the accounting activities within assigned accounts.
• Perform reconciliation and analysis for balance sheet accounts.
• Track and maintain monthly P/L and balance sheet activity.
• Resolve various accounting/reconciliation issues.
• Complete monthly and annual financial reports.

Skills

Financial reporting and cash handling

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

POS systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Bon Appetit

Position Title: OPERATIONS CONTROLLER

Pay Grade: 14

Salary: $110,000-$115,000

Our Passion is Food!

At Bon Appetit Management Company we are committed to great food and outstanding service! We do not have standardized recipes or central commissaries; our chefs and managers stay abreast of current culinary trends and bring cutting‑edge food to our cafes. We are a restaurant company that operates in contract food service, giving you the freedom to be creative, take risks, and shine. We are committed to our staff growing, trying new things, and learning all they can. Our rapid growth and breadth of accounts translate into exciting opportunities for our people!

This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus! If you know someone that is qualified for this role, please use the ‘job search’ in PeopleHub to refer your referral and email them a link to apply. Your referral will be able to apply by clicking the link in the email. You can check the status through your profile, accessible via Careers in PeopleHub, by clicking on ‘referral tracking.’ For Employee Referral guidelines, FAQs and the Compass Employee Referral Policy, email [e-mail].

Job Summary

Working as an Operations Controller you will be responsible for the accounting activity within an assigned account(s) and assist the Regional Director of Finance with all aspects of the financial activities that occur within the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs reconciliation and analysis for several balance sheet accounts
• Analyzes financial results for both 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 but not limited to monthly and fiscal close, internal and external 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

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred, or equivalent professional experience
• A minimum of five years’ experience with revenue control, financial reporting and cash handling responsibilities
• Accounting experience in foodservice or retail industry required, foodservice operations experience a plus
• Ability to prepare monthly financial statements, key metric reports, budgets, forecasts, cash flow projections and analyses
• Adept at planning, organizing and controlling complex processes as well as analyzing moderately complex financial information
• Experience with POS, cash and credit card reports
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Skilled at managing multiple priorities and relationships
• Computer skills: proficient in Microsoft Office with a concentration in Excel
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast‑paced, dynamic work environment
• Conformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness ProgramsDiscount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis
• Paid Parental Leave
• 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.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Bon Appetit maintains a drug‑free workplace.