Controller (Retail & Restaurant Industry Focus)
My Financial Partner | Remote (Some Travel Required)
About Us
My Financial Partner (MFP) brings the financial tools and support of large-scale businesses to small companies. At MFP, our experienced team of accounting professionals delivers high-quality, fractional accounting support to a growing network of small companies, all owned by Teamshares Inc., the largest acquirer of small businesses in the US. As part of this dynamic group of companies, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of small business owners and employees across the country.
- We’re looking for a Financial Controller to join our growing team, focused on supporting a portfolio of restaurant and retail companies. This is a hands-on, high-impact role where you’ll partner closely with company presidents and employee-owners to drive financial clarity, optimize operations, and support long-term strategic success.
- You’ll be responsible for the full accounting cycle, financial reporting, inventory oversight, and advising leadership teams—while identifying opportunities for improved systems, processes, and profitability.
- Strategic Client Partnership
- Serve as a trusted advisor to multiple restaurant and retail business presidents, tailoring financial insights to their operational needs.
- Leverage your hands-on experience in food service and retail operations to guide cost control, menu or product margin analysis, vendor management, and inventory forecasting.
- Translate complex financial data into actionable recommendations that support both short- and long-term strategic decisions.
- Financial Operations & Oversight
- Lead full-cycle accounting operations including A/P, A/R, GL, inventory accounting, revenue recognition, and payroll.
- Manage month-end and year-end closes, including reconciliations, accruals, fixed assets, and deferred revenue adjustments.
- Oversee inventory accounting and food/product costing, ensuring accurate valuation and minimizing waste or shrinkage.
- Maintain a 13-week cash flow forecast and recommend solutions to optimize working capital.
- Reporting & Analysis
- Prepare trial balances, variance analyses, and financial reporting dashboards using OneStream or similar platforms.
- Collaborate with company leadership on budgets, quarterly planning, and long-term strategic initiatives.
- Deliver KPIs that reflect operational performance, including food cost %, labor cost %, sales per square foot, and margin trends.
- Process Improvement & Controls
- Identify and implement process improvements across accounting systems, POS integrations, and reporting workflows.
- Assist in developing internal controls and documenting financial procedures specific to restaurant and retail environments.
- Streamline inventory management practices, including tracking perishable goods, multi-location stock, and seasonal adjustments.
- A proactive, hands-on Controller who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic, small business environment.
- A strong communicator who can translate complex financial concepts to non-financial audiences.
- A self-starter who is comfortable working independently, managing multiple priorities, and rolling up your sleeves when needed.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred)
- 5+ years of experience in a Controller or Senior Accounting role
- Proven experience in restaurant or retail accounting, preferably with multi-location operations
- Background in small to medium-sized businesses; fractional or outsourced accounting experience a plus
- Tech-savvy and resourceful; comfortable in remote, fast-moving environments
- Proficiency in QuickBooks Online, POS systems, and Excel
- Working knowledge of US GAAP
- QuickBooks Online & POS systems
- NetSuite ERP
- OneStream (for reporting and consolidations)
- Bill.com (AP)
- Gusto (Payroll)
- Asana (Project/task management)
- Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel & Teams)
- Competitive salary
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance — 100% employer-paid for employees (and dependents on most plans)
- Paid time off including:
- 15 vacation days
- 19 company holidays
- 5 sick days
- 1 floating holiday of your choice
- Ongoing development through access to Teamshares’ experts in small business accounting and finance
- The opportunity to support real employee ownership in America’s small businesses
If you're passionate about using your accounting expertise to make a real impact—and want to work with a team that values integrity, humility, and collaboration—we’d love to hear from you.
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