About this role
We’re looking for motivated, engaged people to help make everyone’s journeys better.
• Overseeing financial reporting, analysis, and control of a defined area (revenue in excess of $50M)Salary range:
$108,000-$150,000
Benefits
Paid time off
401k, with company match
Company sponsored life insurance
Medical, dental, vision plans
Voluntary short-term/long-term disability insurance
Voluntary life, accident, and hospital plans
Employee Assistance Program
Commuter benefits
Employee Discounts
Free hot healthy meals for unit operations roles
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Financial Reporting
Responsible for Unit by Unit financial reporting process including month-end reporting, budgets, and interim forecasts.
Support Unit managers in generating business plan and budget submissions.
Controlling
Ensure corporate policies and procedures are adhered to at Units.
Identify control weaknesses and implement cost control initiatives.
Test internal control procedures at Units and interaction with headquarters and outsource companies:
Accounts Payable – end to end AP process controls with Datamatics, per AP Manual
Billing – quality of direct data entry at Units and hand-off to Central Billing
Payroll – control around Kronos time & attendance, quality of input to Ultipro
General Ledger – monitoring SAP transactions in line with SAP Unit Controlling Manual
Analysis and Performance Driving
Develop Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) to track material and labor costs by Unit.
Analyze financial trends, define and initiate corrective measures.
Drive Unit productivity goals through regular Continuous Improvement reviews with General Managers and Process Owners.
Assist Unit in planning labor based on forecasted business changes.
Customer Profitability
Review pricing proposals for customers and assist Area VP in pricing decisions
Assist the Units in maintaining effective analysis of profit and loss by customer
Qualifications
Education:
BS/BA degree in Finance or Accounting (preferred)
Work Experience:
7 years of experience in a related field
Broad knowledge of finance, controlling, and cash management
Technical Skills: (Certification, Licenses and Registration)
none
Language / Communication Skills:
Effective oral and written communication skills
Job Dimensions
Geographic Responsibility: Unit or Region
Type of Employment: Full-time
Travel %: 10%
Exemption Classification: Exempt
Internal Relationships: Employees at all levels of the organization
External Relationships: Customers
Work Environment / Requirements of the Job:
Regularly sitting at a desk, using fingers to operate a computer key board, reaching for telephone or books with hands or arms, and talk or hear while on the phone or communicating with others.
Normal office environment
Budget / Revenue Responsibility: (Local Currency)
Organization Structure
Direct Line Manager (Title): Dir, Field Controlling
Dotted Line Manager (Title, if applicable): 0
Number of Direct Reports: varies by location, up to 5
Number of Dotted Line Reports: 0
Estimated Total Size of Team: up to 7
gategroup Competencies Required to be Successful in the Job:
Thinking – Information Search and analysis & problem resolution skills
Engaging – Understanding others, Team Leadership and Developing People
Inspiring – Influencing and building relationships, Motivating and Inspiring, Communicating effectively
Achieving – Delivering business results under pressure, Championing Performance Improvement and Customer Focus
Demonstrated Values to be Successful in the Position
Employees at gategroup are expected to live our Values of Excellence, Integrity, Passion and Accountability. To demonstrate these Values, we expect to observe the following from everyone:
We treat each other with respect and we act with integrity
We communicate and keep each other informed
We put our heads together to problem solve and deliver excellence as a team
We have passion for our work and we pay attention to the little details
We foster an environment of accountability, take responsibility for our actions and learn from our mistakes
We do what we say we will do, when we say we are going to do it
We care about our coworkers, always taking an opportunity to make someone’s day better
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
gategroup is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status or other category under applicable law.
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We anticipate that this job will close on:
01/21/2026For California Residents, please click here to view our California privacy notice.
If you want to be part of a team that helps make travel and culinary memories, join us!
Other facts
About gategroup
Shaping the future of Inflight Hospitality.
At gategroup, we are the global leader in airline catering, retail-on-board, and hospitality services, enhancing the passenger experience at 35,000 feet and beyond.
Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, our footprint spans over 200 operating units across 60+ countries and territories, making us the most extensive catering network in the aviation industry. Every day, we proudly serve millions of travelers, partnering with the world’s top airlines to deliver memorable culinary moments and seamless retail experiences.
Driven by innovation, advanced technology, and operational excellence, our teams design and deliver premium food and service solutions tailored to the dynamic needs of modern air travel.
From gourmet meals to intelligent retail programs, our mission is simple:
To elevate every journey.
What you'll do
- The BU Controller is responsible for overseeing financial reporting, analysis, and control of a defined area with revenue exceeding $50M. This includes managing the financial reporting process, ensuring adherence to corporate policies, and driving performance through analysis and KPI development.
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