About the job Financial Controller
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The HeadHunter Group is an innovative Staffing and Recruiting Company with HQ in US, Dover, Delaware, operating in Canada, Albania, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Serbia, Cyprus, Greece. We offer the newest mentality in Staffing industry and our core business are Candidates and Clients.
Our client is seeking a highly qualified Controller to oversee the financial operations of our multi-location hospitality business. This position will work directly with the executive team and our team in Kosovo, ensuring efficient management of Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Invoicing, Payments, and overall financial reporting. The successful candidate will be responsible for meeting all month-end close requirements, leading audit processes, and creating key KPI and analytical reports vital for strategic decision-making within the organization
Company Summary
Our client is on a mission to redefine hospitality by delivering exceptional food and beverage services with excellence, integrity, and compassion. We strive to nourish communities through personalized culinary experiences, empowering individuals, and elevating standards across luxury hotels and institutional dining program.
Key Responsibilities
- Leadership & Team Management
- Manage, mentor, and lead our offshore accounting team in Kosovo to ensure seamless communication and operational excellence.
- Develop and implement training programs to enhance staff competencies in compliance with hospitality industry standards.
- Foster a collaborative team environment that promotes continuous improvement and a culture of accountability.
- Accounting Operations & Controls
- Oversee day-to-day financial processes including billing, collection of receivables, payments, bank reconciliation, and invoice management across various entities and bank accounts
- Establish, review, and maintain internal controls to align with best practices from leading hospitality groups, ensuring the protection of company assets and minimization of financial risk.
- Implement procedures and process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy of financial transactions, particularly those unique to the high-volume hospitality sector.
- Month-End Close & Financial Reporting
- Coordinate the month-end close process, verifying journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analyses to produce timely and accurate financial statements.
- Prepare comprehensive reports for executive management detailing performance metrics, revenue trends, and operational costs across multiple locations.
- Identify areas for improvement in financial reporting systems and collaborate with IT to optimize reporting capabilities.
- Audit & Compliance
- Coordinate internal and external audits, ensuring accurate record-keeping and timely submission of audit requests.
- Maintain compliance with relevant accounting standards (GAAP or IFRS), local regulations, and industry-specific hospitality requirements.
- Develop and maintain company policies and procedures consistent with best-in-class hospitality standards to address any audit findings or observations.
- Track and file with NY State / City on Department of Health Permits and Certificate of Authorities
- KPI Management & Analytics
- Build, track, and report on performance indicators (e.g. gross profit, operating profit, daypart analysis) across multiple entities and locations.
- Leverage insights from financial analytics to recommend strategies for optimizing revenue and controlling expenses in areas such as F&B costs, labor management, and operational efficiency.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Education & Certifications
- Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (required).
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or similar professional designation (strongly preferred).
- Experience
- 5+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience in the hospitality or restaurant industry; multi-location or group experience is highly desirable.
- Demonstrated experience leading a team in accounting functions such as AR, AP, Month-end Close, and payroll in a high-volume Food and Beverage environment.
- Experience managing or collaborating with offshore teams is a plus.
- Technical Skills
- Proficiency in industry-standard accounting software (R365) used by hospitality groups.
- Advanced Excel skills and strong familiarity with data analysis/reporting tools.
- Knowledge of hospitality-related POS systems and their integration with financial reporting a plus.
- Soft Skills
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate a geographically dispersed team.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, along with meticulous attention to detail.
- Ability to navigate a fast-paced, dynamic environment typical of restaurant operations.
- High level of professionalism, discretion, and ethical standards when handling sensitive financial data.
Note: Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview.
Our client offers equal opportunity for everyone, and no person shall be discriminated against on the grounds of age, gender, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, ethnic background, race, skin color, religion or ideology, political persuasion, social background or marital status.