Controller

Aspen Hospitality Group
Fort Worth, TX
About the OpportunityA growing, multi-concept hospitality group is establishing its home office in Fort Worth, Texas and seeks an experienced Controller to lead its financial operations. The organization currently operates across multiple states, with Texas serving as the new headquarters. This is a foundational role within a newly built administrative team, offering the opportunity to build processes, shape financial infrastructure, and partner directly with senior leadership across four distinct restaurant concepts.
The ideal candidate brings hospitality or multi-unit industry experience, thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment, and is energized by building something from the ground up.Key Responsibilities
  • Oversee all accounting operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger
  • Prepare accurate and timely financial statements, management reports, and variance analyses across all four concepts
  • Develop and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with GAAP
  • Lead the annual budgeting process and provide ongoing financial forecasting in partnership with leadership
  • Manage cash flow, banking relationships, and treasury functions
  • Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and legal counsel as needed
  • Lead the evaluation and implementation of new software integrations to support organizational scaling and operational efficiency
  • Establish scalable accounting processes and systems as the organization grows
  • Supervise and mentor accounting staff, including direct oversight of the AP Clerk
  • Identify cost-saving opportunities and provide strategic financial recommendations to the leadership team
  • Manage existing multi-jurisdiction payroll processing across multiple states, ensuring accuracy and compliance with all applicable state and local requirements
  • Oversee multi-jurisdiction sales tax compliance across existing operating states, including timely and accurate filings as the organization adds Texas to its footprint
  • Independently prepare complete financial statements — income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statement — on a monthly and annual basis
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required; CPA preferred
  • 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a Controller or senior accounting leadership role
  • Experience in hospitality, restaurant, or multi-unit retail strongly preferred
  • Proficiency in QuickBooks Online, Bill.com, and Toast POS required; strong Excel skills required
  • Experience with Xtrachef, Restaurant365, Aloha, or NetSuite a plus
  • Hands-on experience processing and managing multi-jurisdiction payroll required
  • Demonstrated experience with multi-jurisdiction sales tax compliance and reporting
  • Proven ability to independently prepare complete financial statements (income statement, balance sheet, cash flow statement)
  • Solid understanding of GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting standards
  • Demonstrated ability to build systems and processes in a growing or startup environment
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to present financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders
  • High degree of integrity, discretion, and professional judgment
What We Offer
  • Competitive compensation: $130,000 – $155,000 base salary plus bonus potential
  • A high-visibility, high-impact leadership role within a growing hospitality organization
  • Direct partnership with senior leadership and meaningful influence over financial strategy
  • A collaborative, entrepreneurial culture with room to grow as the organization expands

Posted 2026-04-21

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