Job description

Job Listing: Unit Controller

Centerplate and our partner venues have been defining extraordinary experiences through thoughtful hospitality, expertly delivered, for more than 80 years at gathering places across North America and the United Kingdom. As the pioneer and leader in live event hospitality, we are committed to making the time that people spend together more rewarding and more valuable. “Making it better to be there since 1929.”TM

Location: We are seeking an experienced Unit Controller for Sodexo Live at Holiday Valley Resort and Conference Center.

Principal Function:

The Unit Controller takes direct responsibility for the financial affairs of the unit by overseeing cash management and credit transactions, general ledger entries, tax and compliance, payroll, accounts payable and receivable, as well as financial analysis and reporting.

With guidance from the Corporate Office and under direction of the Regional Controller, the Unit Controller will work in close partnership with the General Manager and will play a key leadership role in running an efficient, effective, and profitable food and beverage operation.

The Unit Controller will partner with the operations team and other department heads to ensure the development, implementation and enforcement of Centerplate’s standards for accuracy, efficiency, quality and financial performance.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Maximize Centerplate’s revenue and operational excellence through implementation and oversight of systems and policies related to accounting and finance operations.

• Contribute to the efficient operation of the business unit by partnering with General Manager and key department heads in providing information, insight, analysis and recommendations to maximize revenues and profits.

• Contribute to goal of making Centerplate #1 in Event Hospitality and the #1 Employer of Choice through personal commitment and leading by example.

Qualifications/Skills:

· Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance or equivalent work experience.

· 5 years’ work experience as a Controller or in a lead accounting/finance role.

· Extensive experience with food and beverage operations, to include banquet, catering and/or concessions operations, bar procedures, sanitation requirements, alcohol compliance and regulatory issues affecting food service.

· Exceptional knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, cost accounting and cost control principles, to include Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

· Strong ability to analyze financial data and prepare ad-hoc financial reports, statements and projections as needed

· Excellent knowledge of EXCEL/ACCESS and Microsoft Office Suite software, A/P, A/R, Payroll, G/L and cash handling; Lawson experience is highly desired.

· Proven ability to work with all levels of staff and management.

· Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

· Initiative in identifying and resolving problems timely and effectively.

· Ability to prioritize and successfully manage multiple and competing priorities in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

· Ability to promote and participate in team environment concepts

· Ability to understand written and oral direction and to communicate same with others.

· Self-starter who can work independently and on several tasks/projects simultaneously, and who can contribute to functional areas of the business outside of the finance area.

· Initiative in identifying and resolving problems timely and effectively.

Other requirements include but are not limited to:

Subject to wet floors, temperature extremes and excessive noise; must be able to lift up to 50 pounds in weight; must be able to maneuver in an often tightly-quartered environment.

**Please include salary requirements when applying.

** Thank you for expressing interest in employment with Centerplate. While only those candidates considered for this position will be contacted, your resume will remain on file for 90 days.

Centerplate is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Physical setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Work Location: One location

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