Assistant Controller

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Chicago, IL, United States
Hybrid
130K-140K Annually
Entry level
Food • Gaming • News + Entertainment • Hospitality
State-of-the-Art F1® Racing Simulation Experience, gamified for a mass audience, with ‘Best in Class’ Hospitality
The Role
Oversee regional controllership, including month-end close, reconciliations, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, treasury, risk management, compliance, and internal controls. The Assistant Controller will also support financial analysis, maintain cash-flow forecasts, collaborate with operational leaders and financial institutions, and communicate results to stakeholders in a fast-paced entertainment and hospitality environment.
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Assistant Controller

F1 Arcade® is the world's first official Formula 1® social entertainment venue, where high-octane excitement meets exceptional hospitality! Each meticulously designed venue features up to 90 state of the art full motion F1 racing simulators, a world-class food menu and open kitchen, an enormous cocktail and champagne bar, along with private and semi-private event spaces, perfect for all group sizes. Whether or not you're a racing fan, this is a social gaming experience like no other.

As the Assistant Controller, you will play a key role in overseeing and managing financial operations across the region. Your responsibilities will directly impact the company's financial integrity, ensuring accurate reporting, risk management, and financial planning. This is a pivotal role, ideal for someone with a strong background in finance, who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

The Assistant Controller will be responsible for:

  • Controllership Duties: Oversee the month-end close process and ensure balance sheet account reconciliations are completed accurately and on time.
  • Financial Planning & Analysis: Contribute to long-term financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting to support the business's growth and strategic goals.
  • Financial Reporting: Ensure the accurate and timely preparation of financial statements, manage regulatory compliance, and communicate financial results to internal and external stakeholders.
  • Risk Management: Identify, assess, and manage financial risks that could affect the organization. Implement strategies to mitigate risks and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Treasury Management: Manage the 13-week cash flow forecast to maintain adequate liquidity across the region.
  • Ad-Hoc Financial Analysis: Support the team on an as-needed basis with financial analysis to inform decision-making and strategy.
  • Relationship Management: Collaborate with other departments, site managers, and financial institutions. Build strong relationships with key stakeholders, helping both current team leadership and fostering future growth opportunities.
  • Compliance & Governance: Ensure adherence to financial regulations, company policies, and maintain effective internal controls to protect the organization's financial integrity.

The ideal Assistant Controller will be experienced in:

  • Regional Controller, Finance Manager, or in a similar financial leadership role, preferably within the entertainment or hospitality sectors.
  • Strong understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and regulatory compliance. CPA preferred but not required.
  • Experience in risk management, treasury management, and internal controls.
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across departments and with external partners.
  • A proactive and strategic mindset with excellent problem-solving and organizational skills.
  • Advanced proficiency in financial software and MS Excel.
  • Able to demonstrate flexibility to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
  • Must demonstrate all the four core values of the F1® Arcade team:
  1. Pursuit of Excellence
  2. Positive Energy
  3. Conscious Integrity
  4. Team Spirit


Why Join F1 Arcade?

Play an integral role in a rapidly growing company.
Be part of an innovative and exciting industry at the intersection of gaming, entertainment, and sports.
Competitive salary and benefits package.
Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
If you are a highly motivated financial professional looking to take the next step in your career with a dynamic, high-energy company, we'd love to hear from you


 

Skills Required

  • Experience as a Regional Controller, Finance Manager, or in a similar financial leadership role
  • Strong understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and regulatory compliance
  • Experience in risk management, treasury management, and internal controls
  • Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills
  • Proactive and strategic mindset with strong problem-solving and organizational skills
  • Advanced proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Excel
  • Flexibility to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
  • CPA certification
  • Demonstration of F1 Arcade's four core values: Pursuit of Excellence, Positive Energy, Conscious Integrity, and Team Spirit
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The Company
HQ: London
700 Employees

What We Do

At F1® Arcade, we’ve completely revolutionized the traditional arcade by creating the first-ever Formula 1 entertainment and hospitality concept with socializing at its core for fans and non-fans alike. F1® Arcade venues provide an immersive, state-of-the-art F1® racing simulation experience, gamified for a mass audience, with ‘best in class’ hospitality and exceptional venue design, all under one roof - for the ultimate night out in the fast lane…

Why Work With Us

F1 Arcade offers a career experience unlike traditional hospitality venues by combining the excitement of Formula 1 racing, cutting-edge simulation technology, and premium food and beverage service in a high-energy, team-oriented environment. As a rapidly growing brand, employees have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, develop new skills,

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