OPERATIONS CONTROLLER - WOOD DALE, IL

Compass Group USA; Wood Dale (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Voluntary Benefits

Job summary

Canteen, a Compass Group company, is hiring an Operations Controller. The role focuses on maintaining accurate accounting activity within assigned accounts and supporting the Regional Director of Finance with regional financial operations.

Key duties include cash handling oversight, balance sheet analysis, monthly P/L tracking, and budget development. The position requires a strong accounting background in foodservice or retail andexcellent communication skills.

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.

Responsibilities

• Oversees all cash handling procedures.
• 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.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Organizational

Verbal communication

Written communication

Multitasking

Prioritization

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Job description

• We are hiring immediately for a OPERATIONS CONTROLLER position.


• Location: Note: online applications accepted only.


• Schedule: Monday-Friday


• Requirement: In-office


• Pay Range: $95,000 to $100,000
  *Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available

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About Canteen:

Canteen brings break time to everyone. We combine food, service, and experience backed by industry‑leading technology to help companies create a better workplace and connect their employees. Canteen’s solutions include markets, office coffee and snacks, unattended retail, and culinary.
Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Their dedication, collaboration, and passion fuel our growth. Interested in joining our team? You bring the enthusiasm, customer service, and commitment; we’ll supply the opportunity and innovation. Together, we’ll continue to transform our industry.

Come for the job, stay for the career. We are Canteen.

Job Summary

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

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversees all cash handling procedures


• 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

Associates at Canteen are offered many fantastic benefits.

Full-time and part-time positions offer the followingbenefits 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.

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).

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.

About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry

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.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Canteen maintains a drug‑free workplace.