AREA CONTROLLER (REMOTE) - TEXAS
Chartwells K12 Salary : $96,000 - $110,000 Other Forms of Compensation : up to 20% bonus Chartwells K12's goal is to make sure students leave the cafeteria happier and healthier than they came in, by serving food kids love to eat and creating custom dining programs. With more than 16,000 associates in 4,300 schools, ranging from large public institutions to small charter and private schools, Chartwells K12 is built on decades of food, education and operational experience driven by top culinary, nutrition, wellness, and sustainability talent. For more information, visit Job Summary Want to influence a generation? How about working in a place where you know you make a difference? At Chartwells, we have over 4500 public and private school locations, where we serve up happy and healthy to the next generation of kids. We provide over 2 million meals and food service to young students each day. Our goal is to serve food kids love to eat and to keep school meals as a time for students to recharge and enjoy a sense of happiness. Job Summary : Working as the Regional Controller, you will be responsible for all regional financial activities, including financial reporting and analysis, budgeting, and forecasting. This position supports the Regional Vice President and plays a critical role in providing financial reporting and support for unit and district leadership within the region. This role is remote within a specific region. Key Responsibilities : Prepare and analyze weekly, monthly, and annual financial reporting and forecasting. Build trust with the Regional Vice President and Area Directors to maximize profitability and achieve budget targets. Work closely with on-site operations teams to be the expert in financial reporting including, but not limited to, monthly and fiscal close, internal / external audit reporting, inventory management, and company financial systems. Analyze and maintain monthly P&Ls and balance sheet activity for the region. Identify gaps in the financial health of the operations and partner with the Division Controller to problem solve. Act as a liaison between the field operators and corporate partners to ensure seamless transactions. Partner with the Regional Vice President and Area Directors to identify and act upon financial risks and opportunities within the region. Preferred Qualifications : Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year College or University in Accounting or Finance. Three to five years of finance and / or accounting experience; experience in a K-12 education setting is preferred Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common financial reports and contracts Ability to effectively communicate and present information Advanced proficiency with software packages including Excel and Word Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) 10%-20% travel required in this position Apply Job!