Operations Controller
Position Title: Operations Controller
Salary: $100,000 - $105,000
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Job Summary
Join the Compass team as the on‑site Operations Controller supporting financial operations for the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) campus—including a high‑volume catering unit, restaurant, wine bar, and pantry (four total outlets).
The Operations Controller works Monday–Friday on-site, daytime hours, and plays a key role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong cash controls, and seamless on‑site operations.
What You’ll Do
- Oversee all cash‑handling procedures, deposits, and armored‑car pickups for four revenue‑generating outlets.
- Manage daily, monthly, and annual accounting processes for a high‑volume foodservice operation.
- Reconcile and analyze balance sheet accounts; ensure GL accuracy and compliance.
- Prepare and interpret P&L statements, monthly financial packages, and performance analyses.
- Develop budgets, forecasts, and financial projections; identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
- Investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies or reconciliation issues.
- Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting packages; support internal audits.
- Maintain inventory systems, cost‑control processes, and financial procedures across all outlets.
- Administer payroll and support HR tasks for on‑site teams.
- Collaborate with the General Manager and/or Regional Controller on financial strategy and operations.
- Assist with special projects and ongoing operational improvements.
What You Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred, or equivalent experience.
- Strong experience in revenue control, financial reporting, and cash handling.
- Foodservice or retail accounting experience required; multi‑outlet foodservice strongly preferred.
- Ability to prepare financial statements, KPI reporting, budgets, forecasts, and cash‑flow analysis.
- Strong analytical and organizational skills with the ability to manage complex workflows.
- Experience with POS systems, cash reporting, and credit card reconciliation.
- Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
- High integrity, professionalism, and the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced cultural environment.
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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.
Associates at Restaurant Associates are offered many fantastic benefits.
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance/ AD
- Disability Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Personal Leave
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.
Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.
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Req ID: 1507162
Restaurant Associates
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