Remote Assistant Regional Controller

Compass Group USA; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

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

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Personal Leave

Job summary

Compass Group USA is seeking an Assistant Regional Controller to support monthly close, forecast, and budgets across assigned regions. The role requires strong accounting and leadership skills to drive accuracy, compliance, and financial integrity while partnering with operations leadership.

The successful candidate will oversee accounting activities, coach a team of 5–6, and contribute to strategic initiatives and special projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum five years of accounting/finance experience in the retail industry.
• Proven ability to lead, develop, and retain high-performing teams.
• Demonstrated budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis experience.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to identify issues and drive results.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast paced, dynamic work environment.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively partner with operations and senior leadership.
• Proficient knowledge of Excel, Access, and SAP.
• Travel up to 20%.

Responsibilities

• Lead the oversight of monthly P&L and balance sheet activity per policy.
• Direct review of general ledger and balance sheet accounts; resolve reconciliation issues.
• Oversee reconciliation and analysis of key ledgers including receivables and inventory.
• Ensure adherence to internal controls; identify risks and implement corrective actions.
• Drive preparation of financial reporting, forecasts, and budgets.
• Assist in assessing new business and retention proposals and contractual obligations.
• Lead special projects supporting branch operations and regional priorities.
• Supervise and develop a team of 5–6 direct reports.
• Collaborate with RVP and operations leadership on financial performance.
• Champion training and continuous improvement of accounting staff.

Skills

Strong problem-solving

Analytical skills

Excellent communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

Tools

Excel

Access

SAP

Job description

Compass Group USA is seeking an Assistant Regional Controller to support monthly close, forecast, and budgets across assigned regions. The role requires strong accounting and leadership skills to drive accuracy, compliance, and financial integrity while partnering with operations leadership.

The successful candidate will oversee accounting activities, coach a team of 5–6, and contribute to strategic initiatives and special projects.