Controller

At Atlas Restaurant Group, we don’t just build restaurants. We build experiences, teams, and a culture that sets the standard. Behind every great experience is a strong foundation and that’s where you come in.

We’re looking for a Controller who brings both precision and perspective. This role is more than managing numbers. It’s about driving financial clarity, supporting strategic growth, and partnering with leaders across the organization to ensure we continue to scale with intention.

If you’re someone who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-unit environment and wants to play a key role in shaping the financial future of a growing hospitality group, we’d love to connect.

The Controller is responsible for overseeing vendor account management, financial reporting, and the development of operational budgets across a multi-unit hospitality organization. This role partners closely with the VP of Accounting & Finance to provide strong financial leadership, ensure fiscal integrity, and align financial strategy with Atlas Restaurant Group’s Core Values.

What You’ll Do

Lead Financial Operations

• Oversee financial operations across multiple locations, including general ledger activity, accounts payable/receivable, and operating budgets
• Monitor and manage all functions within Restaurant365, including invoice review and input
• Ensure accuracy, consistency, and timeliness of all financial reporting

Drive Insight & Strategy

• Analyze financial performance and present clear, actionable insights to executive leadership
• Provide recommendations that improve efficiency, profitability, and scalability
• Support strategic decision-making through thoughtful financial analysis and forecasting

Own Budgeting & Performance

• Partner with department leaders to develop annual budgets
• Monitor performance against budget and identify opportunities for optimization
• Manage cash flow and oversee disbursement functions

Ensure Compliance & Integrity

• Liaise with external auditors for financial and insurance audits
• Maintain compliance with GAAP and internal financial controls
• Safeguard the integrity of financial data and reporting

Develop & Lead the Team

• Lead, coach, and develop members of the accounting team, including Accountant, AP Specialist, and Accounting Intern
• Foster a culture of accountability, growth, and continuous improvement
• Elevate financial acumen across the organization through partnership and collaboration

Support Organizational Growth

• Contribute to company-wide strategic initiatives from a financial perspective
• Provide guidance on business drivers, investments, and operational decisions
• Act as a key thought partner to leadership across departments

What You Bring

• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting best practices
• Expertise in financial analysis, forecasting, and multi-unit operations
• A strategic mindset with the ability to translate numbers into meaningful insights
• Exceptional attention to detail with a high level of accuracy
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present to executive audiences
• A collaborative, solutions-oriented approach to leadership
• Integrity and discretion in handling confidential information
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment

Experience & Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
• Master’s degree or CPA preferred (CPA candidate considered)
• 7+ years of accounting or financial management experience
• Experience in multi-unit environments with intercompany transactions
• Experience managing audits and preparing audit reports

What we bring

Compensation

The annual salary range for this role is $90,000 – $120,000, based on experience, skillset, and alignment with the role.

Benefits 

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• 100% Company-Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Learning and Development Programs
• Mobility and Advancement Opportunities
• Pet Insurance
• 40% Discount at Atlas Properties

Why Atlas?
At Atlas Restaurant Group, we believe hospitality is a craft and culture is the differentiator.
We are a growing collection of best-in-class concepts and hospitality destinations built on energy, excellence, and experience. From waterfront hotels to iconic restaurants, we create spaces where guests celebrate life’s moments and where our teams build meaningful careers.
Here, leadership isn’t about titles. It’s about impact. We invest in our people, promote from within, and challenge our leaders to think strategically, act boldly, and execute flawlessly.
We move with intention.
We hold high standards.
We lead the right way by being grounded in our Core Values of Excellence, Trust, Responsibility, Professionalism, Teamwork, Community, and Uniqueness.
At Atlas, we don’t chase industry standards. We define them.