Regional Controller - Airport Hospitality - F&B

We are seeking a Regional Controller with a strong background in restaurant or hospitality finance.

 

• Competitive Salary: $115,000 - $125,000 + Bonus
• Travel: Up to 25% across California and Phoenix
• Location Requirement: Remote. Must reside in San Diego, CA
• Career Growth: Leadership development and advancement opportunities

 

Drive Financial Excellence. Empower Operations. Make an Impact.

 

Are you a strategic financial leader passionate about driving operational success? Join our team as a Regional Controller and play a key role in shaping financial strategy, optimizing performance, and supporting restaurant operations across our growing footprint.

 

What You’ll Do

• Strategic Leadership – Partner with senior operations leaders, including the Regional VP, to drive financial performance and business insights.
• Impactful Work – Provide financial oversight, budgeting, forecasting, and analytics to guide informed business decisions.
• Growth & Development – Lead and mentor a team while working closely with corporate finance leaders.
• Flexibility & Mobility – Enjoy the benefits of a remote role while traveling ~25% within the U.S. and Canada to collaborate with teams.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you’re a results-driven finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced, high-impact environment, we want to hear from you! Apply today and be part of a team shaping the future of restaurant finance. Apply Now!

 

Qualifications

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, or a related field.
• Minimum 5+ years of corporate accounting/finance experience, including 1+ year in management.
• Food & beverage industry experience is a plus; CPA preferred but not required.

Financial Expertise:

• Strong understanding of financial regulations and compliance.
• Experience in financial statement preparation and regulatory reporting.
• Proficiency in financial modeling and scenario analysis for strategic planning.

Technology & Systems:

• Skilled in Windows OS and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Teams, Word, PowerPoint).
• Experience with industry tools such as SAP and cost analysis software.
• Ability to leverage technology to improve financial processes and reporting.

Leadership & Communication:

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence key stakeholders.
• Experience in managing cross-functional teams and facilitating productive discussions.
• Ability to communicate complex financial information to both finance and non-finance audiences.

Problem-Solving & Adaptability:

• Excellent organization, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, handle multiple tasks, and adapt to a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Proven ability to handle high-pressure situations and resolve conflicts with sound judgment.

Work Environment & Travel:

• Must be eligible to work in the U.S.
• Comfortable working in an enterprise-level digital and physical environment.
• Ability to travel ~25% across California and Phoenix, including overnight stays.
• Must pass TSA/FAA background checks and airport security clearances.

Why Join SSP America?

At SSP America, we don’t just support airport restaurants — we power some of the most dynamic, high-volume food travel operations in North America. As a Regional Controller, you’ll partner directly with senior operations leaders to influence performance, shape financial strategy, and drive measurable impact across a complex, multi-unit environment.

 

You’ll join a collaborative finance and operations culture that values:

• Strategic partnership between Finance and Operations

• Data-driven decision making at scale

• Leadership visibility and influence

• Continuous improvement mindset

• Career growth in a fast-moving, national organization

• Medical, Dental and Vision

• Basic Life & AD&D Insurance

• EAP

• Voluntary Benefits: Life AD&D, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indem