Financial Controller

JOB DETAILS We are seeking a hands-on, strategic Financial Controller to lead the accounting and financial operations of a growing, multi-entity hospitality organization in the Boston area. This role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of accounting, financial reporting, month-end close, internal controls, and financial systems while serving as a trusted business partner to operational leaders. Key Responsibilities Accounting, Financial Reporting, and Close Manage the Accounts Payable, Receivable, and end-to-end accounting processes for the organizationOwn the month-end close for all entities and locations, delivering accurate P&Ls and balance sheets while driving close efficiencyPrepare consolidated financial statements and management reporting with flow-through and variance commentaryPrepare for potential annual audit and/or reviews and coordinate with external accountants on tax filings, sales and occupancy taxes, and 1099sMaintain intercompany accounting, account reconciliations and fixed asset registersDevelop process improvements across all accounting functions. Controls and systems Design and enforce internal controls over cash handling, purchasing, inventory, tips and payrollStandardize the chart of accounts and processes so new locations and employees are integrated effectivelyOwn and improve the finance tech stack, including Sage Intacct, Birch Street procure-to-pay, and SAP Concur expense reporting systems Leadership and partnership Hire, coach and grow the accounting team as the portfolio expands, current team consists of one Assistant Controller and two Junior AccountantsAct with an owners mindset as a financial business partner to operatorsPresent results and recommendations to all levels between leadership and the individual location managers What You Bring Must have Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 3+ years in a controller or assistant controller roleHospitality experience across hotels, restaurants or multi-unit food and beverageStrong command of GAAPTrack record of running a fast, accurate close across multiple entitiesAdvanced Excel skills and hands-on experience with hospitality systems (e.g. Sage Intacct, NetSuite, R365 or similar)Experience managing and developing a teamExperience in a 200+ employee / $30m+ annual revenue organization Nice to have CPA or CMAExperience supporting new openings, acquisitions or a rapid growth phaseExperience implementing or migrating an ERP or accounting platform How You Work Hands-on: you'll build the process and also do the work while the team growsClear communicator who can explain a variance to a chef or a board memberCalm under deadlines and comfortable with the pace of hospitalityAbility to work in-office 5 days per week (Waltham, MA) Job Ref #: e2f81d04-2fc4-4a6c-a763-34a4001e1490 Date Posted: 2026-10-01