Job Description

You might not know our name, but you know where we are. That\'s because Compass Group Canada is part of a global foodservice and support services company that\'s the 6th largest employer in the world, with 625,000 employees.

You\'ll find us in schools, colleges, hospitals, office buildings, senior living communities, tourist attractions, sports venues, remote camps and military installations and more. We\'re in all major cities, at remote work sites and everywhere in between - doing business in Canada and 50+ other countries where you can learn and grow. Join us now and point your career forward!

Why work with Restaurant Associates? Imagine joining a team that\'s at the top of their game. Come to work at Restaurant Associates and learn from the pros how to serve thousands of visitors in some of the world\'s best venues. Because of what we do, more than 30,000 guests enjoy an unforgettable experience every day. Learn. Grow. Serve. It\'s a winning combination. Join us.

Job Summary

Now, if you were to come on board as one of our Controllers, we\'d ask you to do the following for us:

Operations

• Support the company\'s initiatives in the department
• Show great attention to detail
• Build and maintain solid relationships with clients, guests, subcontractors, non-profit organizations and other Compass employees
• Maintain positive relations with internal and external clients, and always respond promptly to their requests
• Make sure to liaise with the team, including the operations team of our partner, McGill University, and any other required sector to guarantee efficient operational performance
• Complete all projects on schedule and in a professional manner

Monitoring

• Oversee the completion of required departmental reports and the compilation of end-of-month reports
• Initiate and maintain the annual budget process, quarterly and monthly forecasts
• Ensure that employees follow Compass standards as outlined in the training manual and employee handbook
• Effectively implement financial processes and systems to fulfil these responsibilities
• Develop and put in place an action plan to meet financial goals
• Oversee the entire payroll, accounts payable and accounts receivable process
• Closely monitor the accuracy of payroll information and deadlines for submission
• Ensure that all sales reports and financial statements are accurate before disseminated

• Clearly communicate financial results to the management team on a regular basis
• Provide accurate and targeted financial analyses upon request
• Manage a team of 2 employees, and ensure that they are trained and productive
• Review bank reconciliations
• Review accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Prepare accounting information for internal and external audits
• Perform any other related tasks, including data entry, payroll

Team

• Manage employees to meet operational needs
• Use all performance management tools to provide constructive advice and comments to the team
• Have a positive attitude towards members of the team
• Encourage teamwork to maximize productivity and team morale
• Organize regular meetings to ensure proper communication between the management team and department employees
• Act as a mentor to department managers to develop their talents and leadership skills

Think you have what it takes to be our Controller? We\'re committed to hiring the best talent for the role. Here\'s how we\'ll know you\'ll be successful in the role.

• University degree in accounting or finance or the equivalent
• 3 to 5 years of financial analysis experience

• Experience in the food service or retail industry (multi-site) considered an asset

• Bilingual (verbal and written)
• Good command of Microsoft Office Suite
• Flexible, independent and meticulous

Compass Group Canada is committed to nurturing a diverse workforce representative of the communities within which we operate. We encourage and are pleased to consider all qualified candidates, without regard to race, colour, citizenship, religion, sex, marital / family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, aboriginal status, age, disability or persons who may require an accommodation, to apply.

For accommodation requests during the hiring process, please contact for further information.

Compass Group