Gate Gourmet - Newark, NJ
posted 3 months ago
The Finance Controller Operations at Gate Gourmet is a pivotal role responsible for overseeing financial reporting, analysis, and control of a defined area with revenue exceeding $50 million. This position is located at 233 Miller St, Newark, NJ, and offers a competitive salary range of $140,000 to $150,000. The Operations Controller will manage the unit-by-unit financial reporting process, which includes month-end reporting, budgets, and interim forecasts. The role requires collaboration with unit managers to generate business plans and budget submissions, ensuring adherence to corporate policies and procedures across all units. In addition to financial reporting, the Operations Controller will identify control weaknesses and implement cost control initiatives. This includes testing internal control procedures at various units and interacting with headquarters and outsourced companies. The position also involves monitoring the accounts payable process, ensuring quality data entry for billing, and maintaining payroll controls. The Operations Controller will be responsible for analyzing financial trends, developing key performance indicators (KPIs) to track material and labor costs, and driving unit productivity goals through continuous improvement reviews. The role also encompasses customer profitability analysis, where the Operations Controller will review pricing proposals and assist the Area VP in pricing decisions while maintaining effective analysis of profit and loss by customer. This position requires a strong background in finance, controlling, and cash management, along with effective communication skills to engage with employees at all levels of the organization. The ideal candidate will demonstrate leadership capabilities and a commitment to the values of excellence, integrity, passion, and accountability that are central to Gate Gourmet's operations.