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FINANCIAL CONTROLLER

Compass Group
Paragould, USA
Mid · 3+ years experience
Onsite
Discovered 2 weeks ago

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About the Role

Canteen is seeking an experienced Operations Controller to lead all accounting and financial activity across the Paragould District (coffee, markets, and vending operations within this corporate dining portfolio). This is a high-impact role for a finance leader who can balance the numbers-driven precision of financial reporting with the relationship-building and coaching that keeps a District's operations running strong. Canteen and Compass Group offer tremendous opportunities to grow your career in a dynamic, hospitality focused environment.

What You'll Do

Ensure financial statements are prepared accurately, completely, and on time

Lead training and development for all accounting and clerical staff within the District

Provide financial support and guidance to operations leadership

Assist with new business return on investment pro-forma, including risk analysis

Partner with the Sector Finance team to keep operations focused on optimizing working capital

Take on other duties as assigned, supporting the broader financial health of the District

What We're Looking For

Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred, or equivalent professional experience

3+ years of relevant financial leadership experience, including revenue control, financial reporting, and cash handling

Proficiency in Microsoft Office with a strong concentration in Excel

Demonstrated ability to prepare monthly financial statements, key metric reports, budgets, forecasts, cash flow projections, and analyses

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Skilled at managing multiple priorities and relationships across teams

Strong analytical and organizational skills

Why Join Us

At Canteen, our District's success runs on strong financial leadership. As Operations Controller, you'll be a trusted advisor to operations, a mentor to your accounting team, and a key partner in driving smart, sustainable growth — all within a company that values precision, collaboration, and results.

Apply to Canteen today!

Canteen is a member of Compass Group USA

Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story

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.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Canteen maintains a drug-free workplace.

Associates at Canteen 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

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.

https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_Canteen.pdf

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Req ID: 1567244

Canteen

Johanna P Heidler

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of relevant financial leadership experience, including revenue control, financial reporting, and cash handling
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office with a strong concentration in Excel
  • Demonstrated ability to prepare monthly financial statements, key metric reports, budgets, forecasts, cash flow projections, and analyses
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Skilled at managing multiple priorities and relationships across teams
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills
  • Why Join Us
  • At Canteen, our District's success runs on strong financial leadership. As Operations Controller, you'll be a trusted advisor to operations, a mentor to your accounting team, and a key partner in driving smart, sustainable growth — all within a company that values precision, collaboration, and results.
  • Apply to Canteen today!
  • Canteen is a member of Compass Group USA
  • Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story
  • 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.
  • Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
  • Canteen maintains a drug-free workplace.
  • Associates at Canteen 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
  • 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.
  • https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_Canteen.pdf
  • Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
  • Req ID: 1567244
  • Canteen
  • Johanna P Heidler

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred, or equivalent professional experience

Responsibilities

  • Ensure financial statements are prepared accurately, completely, and on time
  • Lead training and development for all accounting and clerical staff within the District
  • Provide financial support and guidance to operations leadership
  • Assist with new business return on investment pro-forma, including risk analysis
  • Partner with the Sector Finance team to keep operations focused on optimizing working capital
  • Take on other duties as assigned, supporting the broader financial health of the District
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred, or equivalent professional experience
  • 3+ years of relevant financial leadership experience, including revenue control, financial reporting, and cash handling
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office with a strong concentration in Excel
  • Demonstrated ability to prepare monthly financial statements, key metric reports, budgets, forecasts, cash flow projections, and analyses
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Skilled at managing multiple priorities and relationships across teams
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills
  • Why Join Us
  • At Canteen, our District's success runs on strong financial leadership. As Operations Controller, you'll be a trusted advisor to operations, a mentor to your accounting team, and a key partner in driving smart, sustainable growth — all within a company that values precision, collaboration, and results.
  • Apply to Canteen today!
  • Canteen is a member of Compass Group USA
  • Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story
  • 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.

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