Assistant Controller - Multi-Unit Hospitality, Growth-Focused Finance Leader

Denny's

• $80K — $95K *
West Palm Beach, FL 33411In-Person
Hospitality & Recreation
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master's preferred)
  • 3+ years of managerial accounting experience
  • CPA or CMA preferred
  • Restaurant or hospitality experience strongly preferred
  • Strong analytical mindset with problem-solving skills
  • High attention to detail with organization and time management abilities

Responsibilities

  • Partner with the Controller to oversee accounting operations, including month-end close, cost controls, AP, and financial reporting
  • Support development and maintenance of financial reporting, budgeting, and planning systems
  • Train, mentor, and supervise accounting staff to ensure accuracy and timeliness of reporting and general ledger activity
  • Assist in managing accounting, auditing, and budgeting processes
  • Identify and resolve financial discrepancies and reconciliation issues
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements
  • Oversee and validate bank reconciliations and cash reporting
  • Prepare reports and insights for senior leadership and key stakeholders

Benefits

  • Be part of a growing, multi-unit organization with real impact
  • Opportunity to shape financial processes and systems
  • Collaborative leadership team and career growth potential
  • Competitive compensation and benefits package
Full Job Description
What We're Looking For

  • Strong analytical mindset with excellent problem-solving skills
  • High attention to detail with strong organizational and time management abilities
  • Solid understanding of GAAP and financial compliance standards
  • Proven ability to lead, train, and develop teams
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally
  • Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Experience resolving complex financial or operational issues

What You'll Do

  • Partner with the Controller to oversee accounting operations, including month-end close, cost controls, AP, and financial reporting
  • Support development and maintenance of financial reporting, budgeting, and planning systems
  • Train, mentor, and supervise accounting staff to ensure accuracy and timeliness of reporting and general ledger activity
  • Assist in managing accounting, auditing, and budgeting processes
  • Identify and resolve financial discrepancies and reconciliation issues
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements
  • Oversee and validate bank reconciliations and cash reporting
  • Prepare reports and insights for senior leadership and key stakeholders
  • Help develop and enforce accounting policies and internal controls
  • Contribute to strategic initiatives and cross-functional collaboration

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master's preferred)
  • 3+ years of managerial accounting experience
  • CPA or CMA preferred
  • Restaurant or hospitality experience strongly preferred

Why Join Us

  • Be part of a growing, multi-unit organization with real impact
  • Opportunity to shape financial processes and systems
  • Collaborative leadership team and career growth potential
  • Competitive compensation and benefits package


* Ladders Estimates

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