Operations Controller
Wolfgang Puck Catering is committed to recruiting individuals who express an interest in and passion for hospitality-driven experiences; who come from diverse backgrounds, are open-minded and curious about our clients and guests; and, most of all, who possess a welcoming smile and spirit. Our ultimate goal is to develop mentoring and career building opportunities through a talent pipeline that allows us to promote from within.
"The most important thing in life, whatever you do, has to be passion." Wolfgang Puck
Success on our team starts with our culture :
- We have Wolfgang's PASSION for our business, our product, and our people / guests / clients.
- A FLEXIBLE MINDSET is key; we are strategic business partners who wear multiple hats.
- Our services require a CONCIERGE mentality, a bias to action with humble hospitality.
- We are out-of-the-box PROBLEM SOLVERS, who look around corners so our clients and guests don't have to.
- We curate company and partner resources to bring our client's vision to life. We seek to cultivate the next generation of talent, purveyors and partnerships.
- We bring an entrepreneurial approach to deliver results for our clients (you might call this scrappy).
- Collaboration and openness to innovative business tools, new ways of thinking and ability to partner across departments are essential to create optimal business solutions.
"I can have the best food, but if we don't have good people, it won't get you very far."
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 :
Performs reconciliation and analysis for several balance sheet accountsAnalyzes financial results for both internal and external useTracks and maintains monthly P / L and balance sheet activityDevelops forecasts and budgets, identifying risks and opportunitiesReviews general ledger and balance sheetsResolves various accounting / reconciliation issuesCompletes 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 distributionMaintains inventory and cost control proceduresOversees all cash handling proceduresPerforms administration of Payroll and Human ResourcesPerforms related duties and special projects as assignedPreferred Qualifications :
Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred, or equivalent professional experienceA minimum of two years' experience with revenue control and financial reportingAccounting experience in foodservice, retail industry, or hospitality highly preferred, foodservice operations experience a plusAbility to prepare monthly financial statements, key metric reports, budgets, forecasts, cash flow projections and analysesAdept at planning, organizing and controlling complex processes as well as analyzing moderately complex financial informationExperience with POS, cash and credit card reportsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsSkilled at managing multiple priorities and relationshipsComputer skills : proficient in Microsoft Office with a concentration in ExcelStrong analytical and organizational skillsAbility to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced, dynamic work environmentConformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behaviorAssociates at Wolfgang Puck Catering are offered many fantastic benefits.
MedicalDentalVisionLife Insurance / ADDisability InsuranceRetirement PlanPaid Time OffPaid Parental LeaveHoliday Time Off (varies by site / state)Personal LeaveAssociate Shopping ProgramHealth and Wellness ProgramsDiscount MarketplaceIdentity Theft ProtectionPet InsuranceCommuter BenefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramFlexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)Wolfgang Puck Catering maintains a drugfree workplace.
Associates may also be eligible for paid and / or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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