Controller managing accounting and financial oversight in a growing entertainment venue business. Responsible for strategic financial leadership and operational management across multiple locations.
Responsibilities
Develop and manage core accounting policies and procedures.
Build and streamline accounting processes to support a growing entertainment & restaurant business.
Oversee A/P, A/R, bank reconciliations, and general ledger management to ensure financial accuracy.
Manage month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
Oversee fiscal year-end financial audit review process and work with outsourced accounting service provider and external audit firm to ensure successful annual financial audits.
Develop and maintain cash flow forecasting to ensure sufficient liquidity for operations and growth.
Partner with the FP&A team to monitor and provide ongoing variance analysis.
Scale the accounting function without excessive resource dependencies in the near term.
Implement financial controls and best practices to enhance efficiency and compliance across multiple business verticals including restaurant operations, merchandise, and manufacturing.
Partner with executive leadership to provide financial insights that drive business decisions.
Ensure tax compliance, including sales tax, payroll tax, and corporate filings.
Oversee A/P and A/R functions, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in vendor payments and revenue collection.
Create and refine standard operating procedures (SOPs) for financial operations.
Work cross-functionally with operations, HR, and supply chain to optimize financial workflows.
Evaluate and implement financial software/tools to improve automation and reporting capabilities.
Requirements
Minimum of 5-10+ years of progressive accounting experience with at least 3 years in the restaurant, retail, or hospitality-equivalent industry
Deep understanding of restaurant/retail/entertainment economics/operating models, US GAAP, cost accounting, ASC 842 lease accounting, gift card liability, and multi-jurisdiction sales tax.
Direct experience leading accounting transformation, scaling accounting functions, or implementing new ERP/POS/financial systems.
Demonstrated success in generating budgets, analyzing P&L results, and reporting financials
An entrepreneurial desire to learn what makes Level99 tick – the ability to ask great questions to uncover new insights about Level99
Expert project management, juggling many projects and to-do-list items at once, prioritizing and pivoting for the highest need
An intense focus on the little details to ensure the highest level of quality/rigor in solutioning and presenting insights
Strong financial modeling, analytical, and problem-solving skills with a deep understanding of financial statements and performance metrics.
Proficiency in critical tools and systems (e.g., ThomsonReuters, NetSuite, Toast, Ottimate, Adyen, Shopify, Microsoft 365, Quicksight, etc)
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively present complex financial information to stakeholders at all levels.
Proven track record of leading teams through cross-functional projects, driving change, and delivering results in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work a flexible schedule based on business needs.
Ability to travel periodically as required for staffing and operations in multiple venues.
A positive, joyful, upbeat and energetic attitude – leading by example
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