About this opportunity
Allied OneSource lists this Senior Division Controller opportunity in leawood, Kansas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Join a growing, multi‑brand restaurant organization as a Senior Division Controller , leading financial operations and serving as a key strategic partner to Operations leadership. This is a high-impact, highly partnered finance leadership role—equal parts controller, FP&A partner, and coach—helping Operations leaders translate financial results into smarter decisions, stronger margins, and consistent execution across the field.
This role is ideal for a finance leader who likes being hands‑on , enjoys working in a fast‑paced environment with massive transaction‑level data , and can build credibility with non‑financial operators through practical guidance and clear insights.
What you’ll do
Lead operational accounting for the KFC division by managing and developing a small team (Accounting Manager + Staff Accountant) and ensuring accuracy, accountability, and strong day‑to‑day execution.
Own month‑end close and reporting for the division, delivering timely, accurate results and supporting entity‑level reporting requirements tied to franchising/royalty reporting.
Drive performance storytelling and variance analysis—connecting trends, budget/forecast expectations, and historical data to what’s happening in the restaurants (hundreds of locations, high transaction volume).
Be the finance coach and partner to Operations by building trust with field leaders, identifying cost‑saving and profitability opportunities, improving metrics/controls/processes, and helping leaders navigate systems and operational reporting (including POS‑driven data).
What we’re looking for
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance (or related); CPA strongly preferred (especially candidates with public accounting roots).
Typically ~8+ years of progressive experience (often a blend of public accounting progression + corporate operational finance/controller experience); high performers who advanced quickly will be viewed favorably.
Proven ability to work hands‑on in close/reporting/analysis (not just review/oversight), with advanced Excel skills and comfort working with very large data sets (transaction‑level reporting).
Strong business partnering and communication skills—able to influence non‑financial stakeholders; multi‑unit environments are a plus (restaurant/QSR, retail, hospitality, construction project‑based, manufacturing/industrial with high volume).
First‑year focus (what success looks like)
Build trust and credibility with the Operations team and your accounting partners.
Learn the business deeply—POS data flows, transaction drivers, and how the brand P&L behaves.
Translate complexity into clarity: the team is looking for someone who can coach, simplify, and guide while still operating at speed.
Salary: $130,000-$145,000/year
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