VP, Controller
Apply NowCompany: Cafe Rio Mexican Grill
Location: Salt Lake City, UT 84118
Description:
Position Summary:
The Vice President, Corporate Controller is responsible for ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of the monthly financial statements of Cafe Rio, the ownership of financial policies, procedures, and controls, the enhancement of the internal financial reporting package, and the leadership/development of the Accounting team. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, The VP, Corporate Controller will also develop important business partnerships with key Operational and Functional leaders in the company. He/she will own the professional relationship with the independent public accountants and lead the quarterly and annual financial audits of Cafe Rio financials.
Responsibilities:
Oversee all activities of the Accounting department with dynamic leadership that builds an environment of trust and productivity
Proactively review policies, procedures and systems with an eye toward improvement in both efficiency and accuracy
Ensure timely and accurate closing and preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements, including analysis of balance sheet and related key accounts
Present monthly financial results to executives
Manage quarter and year end audits to ensure they are completed smoothly, on time and within budget
Assisting in the drafting and maintenance of accounting policies and procedures and partnering with stakeholders to operationalize accounting policies and procedures to ensure compliance with US GAAP.
Research technical accounting matters, draft related memos, communicate complex accounting issues to senior management and other key stakeholders and analyze the impact of new accounting standard updates relevant to the Company
Work with various department heads to ensure appropriate reporting and accuracy in month end accruals, reserves, etc.
Assist in the annual budgeting and periodic reforecasting of the balance sheet and cash flow statements.
Qualifications:
10+ years of progressive Accounting experience with 5+ years in a leadership role
BA/BS in Accounting required, MBA strongly preferred
CPA required
Big 4 public accounting experience strongly preferred
Strong technical knowledge of US GAAP required
In office role, required to be located in Salt Lake City, UT; option to work remotely work one day per week after 6 months
Attention to detail, a natural curiosity about the business and an insatiable desire for continual process improvement are a must
Excellent interpersonal skills with a history of building strong working relationships across the organization
Demonstrated ability to work in a dynamic and constantly changing company environment
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a customer service focus
Excellent analytical skills and ability to research complex issues
What's in it for you:
The Vice President, Corporate Controller is responsible for ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of the monthly financial statements of Cafe Rio, the ownership of financial policies, procedures, and controls, the enhancement of the internal financial reporting package, and the leadership/development of the Accounting team. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, The VP, Corporate Controller will also develop important business partnerships with key Operational and Functional leaders in the company. He/she will own the professional relationship with the independent public accountants and lead the quarterly and annual financial audits of Cafe Rio financials.
Responsibilities:
Oversee all activities of the Accounting department with dynamic leadership that builds an environment of trust and productivity
Proactively review policies, procedures and systems with an eye toward improvement in both efficiency and accuracy
Ensure timely and accurate closing and preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements, including analysis of balance sheet and related key accounts
Present monthly financial results to executives
Manage quarter and year end audits to ensure they are completed smoothly, on time and within budget
Assisting in the drafting and maintenance of accounting policies and procedures and partnering with stakeholders to operationalize accounting policies and procedures to ensure compliance with US GAAP.
Research technical accounting matters, draft related memos, communicate complex accounting issues to senior management and other key stakeholders and analyze the impact of new accounting standard updates relevant to the Company
Work with various department heads to ensure appropriate reporting and accuracy in month end accruals, reserves, etc.
Assist in the annual budgeting and periodic reforecasting of the balance sheet and cash flow statements.
Qualifications:
10+ years of progressive Accounting experience with 5+ years in a leadership role
BA/BS in Accounting required, MBA strongly preferred
CPA required
Big 4 public accounting experience strongly preferred
Strong technical knowledge of US GAAP required
In office role, required to be located in Salt Lake City, UT; option to work remotely work one day per week after 6 months
Attention to detail, a natural curiosity about the business and an insatiable desire for continual process improvement are a must
Excellent interpersonal skills with a history of building strong working relationships across the organization
Demonstrated ability to work in a dynamic and constantly changing company environment
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a customer service focus
Excellent analytical skills and ability to research complex issues
What's in it for you:
- Competitive Salary and Bonus Potential
- Full benefits package including 401K with up to 4% company match
- Fun work environment at a fast growing company
- Paid time off
- FREE BURRITOS