Controller
Performance Food Group • Houston, TX • Full Time
Posted on Sun, May 24, 2026
We Deliver the Goods:
- Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
- Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America’s food distribution system
- Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect
Responsible for timely financial reporting and analysis; development of annual budgets and monthly monitoring of same; payroll processing; timely payments to suppliers through accounts payable; and proper accounting of all corporate assets, rebates, fixed assets and cash. Works closely with managers throughout the Operating Company and corporate financial management on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis to discuss financial performance, and submits reports as required to corporate. Assists with financial planning through analysis of historical data and current financial data; develops projections and recommendations to senior management. May oversee workers' compensation, human resources, and facilities management for the Operating Company. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and performs any duty assigned to best serve the company.
Position Responsibilities:
- Supervises associates to include, but not limited to: staffing, training, coaching, performance management and problem resolution. Ensure duties are performed in a timely and accurate manner.
- Ensures all monthly, quarterly and annual deadlines for accounting and financial reports are properly prepared and analyzed and all related transactions are processed. Ensures all financial reports are prepared for corporate financial management.
- Assists with the preparation of various financial planning reports through the analysis of appropriate data. Develops projections and recommendations for senior management review.
- Analyzes financial income statements, making appropriate recommendations and reporting variances. Develops appropriate procedures to properly record all accounting transactions. Identifies, defines and implements changes in financial procedures for operating staff.
- Oversees management of payroll and timekeeping system for the Operating Company.
- May be responsible for human resources and workers' compensation administration for the Operating Company.
- May be responsible for OpCo facilities and equipment (i.e., computers, telephones, copiers, facsimile, typewriters, postage meter, and Kronos time clock). May oversee janitorial services for the facility.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
EEO Statement
Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the "Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please click on the following links to review: (1) our EEO Policy; (2) the "EEO is the Law" poster and supplement; and (3) the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
- 5+ years of general ledger accounting experience
- 5+ years of financial accounting and operations experience
- 3+ years of supervisory experience
- Thorough knowledge of accounting, financial analysis, and operations finance concepts
- Thorough understanding and application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- Experience with accrual based accounting, forecasting, and budget planning
- Experience with accounting and reporting systems
- Robust documentation and reporting capabilities
- High proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (namely, Excel)
Preferred Qualifications
Masters/MBA
- 7+ years of financial accounting and operations experience (preferably in food distribution environment)
Preferred Professional Certification(s):
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Performance Foodservice, PFG’s broadline distributor, maintains a unique relationship with a variety of local customers, including independent restaurants and hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. A team of sales reps, chefs, consultants, and other experts builds close relationships with customers — providing advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection, and operational strategies. The Performance team delivers delicious food but also goes above and beyond to help independent restaurant owners achieve their dreams.