Division Controller

Overview

Division Controller – Our client, a rapidly growing multi-brand restaurant and hospitality group, is seeking a Division Controller to support its expanding operational and financial infrastructure.

Location:

The position is based onsite in Austin, TX.

The company is building out a centralized corporate function and scaling its accounting, finance, IT, and procurement capabilities as it grows nationwide. This role offers the opportunity to lead a high-impact accounting function in a complex, multi-unit environment.

• Oversee general ledger and core accounting functions, including AR, marketing, labor, fixed assets, leases, debt, and bank reconciliations.
• Manage the chart of accounts and ensure accurate financial transaction recording across multiple brands and locations.
• Lead the preparation, review, and accuracy of monthly, quarterly, and annual GAAP-compliant financial statements.
• Manage the financial consolidation process across all corporate entities.
• Lead month-end and year-end close processes with a focus on operational efficiency.
• Provide financial analysis, reporting packages, and variance explanations to executive leadership.
• Support FP&A with budgeting, forecasting, and long-range modeling.
• Maintain accounting policies and internal controls; ensure compliance with regulatory and GAAP standards.
• Serve as primary contact for external auditors and oversee the audit lifecycle.
• Implement process improvements and best practices across the accounting function.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership or management role.
• Strong technical knowledge of U.S. GAAP and experience in multi-unit businesses (restaurant, hospitality, retail, or similar).
• Proven experience managing audits and strengthening internal controls.
• CPA strongly preferred.

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors, including but not limited to:

• The individual’s skill sets, experience, and training;
• Licensure and certifications;
• Office location and other geographic considerations;
• Other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco by Highspring notes that the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan.