Assistant Controller

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

About the Company

Our client is a well-known hospitality organization and local landmark in St. Petersburg. This is a high-energy, customer-facing business with a long-tenured accounting team and a collaborative, down-to-earth culture. The accounting group works closely with operations and plays a key role in keeping daily financial activity running smoothly.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys being hands-on, understands the rhythm of hospitality operations, and prefers an environment that values consistency, teamwork, and practical accounting over corporate formality.

About the Role

This role is best suited for a hospitality-focused Assistant Controller or high-level bookkeeper who enjoys being involved in the day-to-day accounting operations of a fast-paced business. The position partners closely with the Controller and operations team to ensure accurate reporting, strong cash controls, and smooth monthly close processes.

Rather than a traditional corporate leadership role, this position is highly transactional and operational, with direct involvement in cash, inventory, reconciliations, and daily accounting activity.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle day-to-day accounting operations, including journal entries and month-end close support

• Perform bank, credit card, and balance sheet reconciliations

• Oversee daily cash activity, petty cash, and cash controls

• Support sales tax and use tax filings and compliance

• Assist with inventory tracking, counts, and cost controls

• Provide guidance and support to a small accounting team (3 staff members)

• Partner with the Controller on routine reporting and operational accounting needs

• Assist with process improvements focused on efficiency and accuracy (not corporate restructuring)

Ideal Background & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field (flexible for strong hospitality experience)

• 3+ years of hands-on accounting experience within hospitality, food & beverage, or similar service-driven environments

• Experience with cash-intensive operations, inventory, and sales tax

• Comfortable rolling up sleeves and working directly in the accounting details

• Prior experience leading or supporting small accounting teams preferred

• Hospitality accounting experience strongly preferred

Why This Role Stands Out

• Hands-on role with real impact on daily operations

• Stable organization with long employee tenure

• Laid-back, collaborative culture — not overly corporate

• Opportunity to work closely with operations and leadership

• Beautiful St. Petersburg location in a lively industry