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Assistant Controller

CFS, St. Petersburg, FL, United States

Salary max: $48.00

Duration: Full Time


Assistant Controller


Location: St. Petersburg, FL
Salary: $100,000 – $130,000




Why This Opportunity Stands Out




  • Stable, well-established organization with long employee tenure and a strong people-first culture




  • Close-knit, laid-back accounting environment where collaboration and support are genuinely valued




  • Highly visible role with direct impact on operations and leadership decision-making




  • Opportunity to lead and develop a small accounting team




  • Engaging, fast-paced hospitality industry with consistent growth




  • On-site role in sunny St. Petersburg, Florida






Key Responsibilities




  • Prepare and review journal entries and support month-end close




  • Perform bank reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations




  • Supervise and support a small accounting team (3 direct reports)




  • Manage sales tax and use tax filings and ensure ongoing compliance




  • Assist with inventory accounting and internal controls




  • Oversee petty cash and daily cash activity




  • Partner closely with the Controller on reporting, process improvements, and special projects




  • Contribute to continuous improvement of accounting procedures and internal controls






Qualifications




  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance




  • 3+ years of accounting management or supervisory experience




  • Strong knowledge of general accounting principles and best practices




  • Hospitality industry experience is strongly preferred

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