Controller - Hospitality
LaSalle Network is partnering with one of Chicago’s most celebrated hospitality groups to hire a C ontroller.
This is not your typical back-office accounting job. In this role, you’ll be side-by-side with the CFO, driving financial strategy, building processes, and supporting new restaurant openings. The salary range for this role is $140,000 to $170,000, plus bonus. ?A comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical / dental / vision insurance, and life insurance to eligible employees. The Controller will play a key role in scaling operations, overseeing a blended onshore/offshore team, and ensuring accurate financial reporting while helping the business expand nationally.
Assistant Controller Responsibilities:
Collaborate closely with the CFO on financial operations and strategy
Supervise accountants, AP staff, and office managers across multiple locations
Oversee payroll, onboarding, benefits, and HR-related functions
Build forecasting models, budgets, and financial reports for senior leaders
Contribute to new market expansion and tax jurisdiction research
Ensure compliance with tax filings, leases, and financial reporting standards
Assistant Controller Requirements:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance
CPA, CFA, or equivalent preferred
8+ years of accounting experience, including management roles
Expert-level Excel with VBA/macros capability
Well-versed in payroll, taxes, financial modeling, and entity formation
Analytical mindset, efficiency-driven, and process-oriented
What You’ll Gain:
Medical, dental, and life insurance benefits
Hybrid work flexibility
Annual performance bonus
Opportunity to be part of a rapidly scaling, nationally recognized restaurant brand
A seat at the table with senior leadership, shaping financial decisions that drive growth
Ready to make your mark with one of Chicago’s most exciting growth stories? Apply now!
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Arden Dyer
Recruiting Lead
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