Assistant Controller

Job Title: Assistant Controller
Job Location: Miami-USA-33142
Work Location Type: On-Site

About us
LSG Sky Chefs is one of the world's largest airline catering and hospitality providers, known for its outstanding reputation and dynamic approach in the industry. Voted "Airline Caterer of the Year in North America" for 2023 and 2024, we are committed to excellence and innovation, driven by the dedication and expertise of our talented employees. Our team members are the heart and soul of our success, consistently delivering exceptional culinary experiences and outstanding service to our clients and their passengers across North and Latin America.
Role Purpose Statement
The Assistant Controller at LSG Sky Chefs is responsible for overseeing and managing all financial operations and accounting activities within the company, ensuring accurate and timely reporting, compliance with regulatory requirements, and alignment with overall business objectives. This role involves leading financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis to drive decision-making processes, improve profitability, and optimize cost efficiency. The Assistant Controller will also provide strategic insights, manage internal controls, and maintain a strong financial governance structure to support LSG Sky Chefs' commitment to delivering high-quality services in the airline catering industry. By collaborating with senior leadership and cross-functional teams, the Assistant Controller plays a pivotal role in enhancing operational performance and supporting sustainable business growth.
Main Accountabilities

• Assist Controller in the preparation and analysis of monthly Profit and Loss (P&L), customer profitability reports, budgets and interim forecasts which includes monitoring daily performance, analyzing operating results and making recommendations that will optimize facility profitability
• Assist Controller in the responsibilities associated with complete and accurate customer accounting and financial reporting
• Together with Controller develop and maintain effective internal audit process in which ensure unit compliance to accounting policies and procedures
• Monitor and ensure robust inventory process and reporting
• Responsible for identifying cost and revenue opportunities which will support achievement of CSC financial goals
• Assist Controller to drive financial accountability in all functions in a kitchen from material cost to departmental cost Leadership
• Ensure that the area of responsibility is properly organized, staffed and directed
• Guide, motivate and develop the directly and indirectly subordinate employees
• Plan, implement and control the cost and project budget in the area of responsibility; initiate and steer corrective actions in case of deviations

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance or related major field of study required
• In addition, three to five years finance experience with at least one year in financial management required
• One to three years catering or related experience required
• SAP or similar software experience required
• CPA/MBA preferred or equivalent experience
• Significant experience in financial analysis
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written

LSG Sky Chefs is an EEO and Affirmative Action Employer of Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.