Careers

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We are hiring as we grow. Guests, partners and team: we are in this together.

Shahani food service team in red Papa Johns uniforms — Our food service teams.

Three team members at a Dairy Queen counter — Counter crew, ready to serve.

Welcoming BP store lobby — A welcoming place to work.

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ControllerBranford, CT · Reports directly to the ownership groupView details

Lead our financial operations, provide strategic financial oversight, and contribute to decisions that support our expansion. You will play a critical role in shaping the company’s financial structure and processes. A great step for a rising finance professional ready to move into a leadership role.

Key responsibilities

Oversee the full accounting cycle: accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, payroll and tax compliance.
Prepare accurate, timely monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
Develop and manage budgets, forecasts and financial reporting for strategic planning and capital investment decisions.
Implement and refine internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure financial accuracy.
Monitor cash flow, optimize working capital and manage relationships with financial institutions.
Coordinate with external accountants, auditors and tax professionals.
Analyze financial data to find efficiencies, reduce costs and drive performance.
Work with leadership across departments to align financial practices with business goals.
Lead and mentor accounting staff, building a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Preferred qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
CPA or CMA designation is a plus.
Experience with Oracle NetSuite strongly preferred, including familiarity with SuiteScript and other customization tools.
Willingness and desire to bring AI tools, including AI agents, into how we automate and streamline our work.
Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal controls.
Proficiency in accounting software, Microsoft Excel and financial analytics tools.
Excellent interpersonal, leadership and organizational skills.
A proactive, problem-solving mindset and a desire to grow with the company long term.

Compensation and benefits

Competitive compensation, based on experience and qualifications.
Health insurance, paid time off and retirement plan options.
Leadership development, cross-functional collaboration and long-term career advancement.

Or email your resume to careers@shahaniinc.com.

Staff AccountantBranford, CTView details

Support our day-to-day accounting operations, month-end close, and tax and regulatory filings across our fuel distribution and commercial real estate businesses. A hands-on role for a detail-oriented accounting professional who takes ownership of their work and wants to grow with the company. You will work closely with ownership and our outside accounting and tax professionals.

Key responsibilities

General ledger accounting: journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations and month-end close.
Prepare and reconcile bank, credit card and balance sheet accounts, and maintain supporting schedules.
Record and reconcile daily sales and store close data from our fuel and convenience sites, and make sure it imports and posts accurately.
Prepare and file motor fuel, sales and use, and other state and federal tax returns and regulatory filings on time.
Process and review accounts payable and receivable, including fuel supplier invoices, vendor bills and tenant billing for our commercial properties.
Track and reconcile supplier rebates, incentives and credit card processing statements, and follow up on outstanding amounts.
Maintain fixed asset records: additions, disposals and depreciation.
Support monthly financial statements, variance analysis and management reporting.
Research and resolve discrepancies, and recommend improvements to processes and controls.
Prepare schedules and support for external accountants, auditors and tax professionals.
Document procedures and find ways to automate and streamline recurring work.
Assist with year-end activities and special projects.

Qualifications

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ideally 2–4 years of accounting experience, including general ledger and account reconciliation work.
CPA designation (or progress toward it) is a plus.
QuickBooks and NetSuite experience is a plus.
Working knowledge of GAAP and internal controls.
Strong Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with accounting software.
Willingness and desire to bring AI tools into how we automate and streamline our work.
Experience in the fuel, convenience store or real estate industries is a plus.
Strong organization and time management, with a high level of accuracy across multiple deadlines.
A clear communicator who works well with finance and non-finance colleagues.
A proactive, problem-solving mindset and a desire to grow with the company long term.
Able to work in-office at Shahani’s Store Support Center in Branford, CT.

Compensation and benefits

Competitive compensation, based on experience and qualifications.
Health insurance, paid time off and retirement plan options.
Professional development, cross-functional collaboration and long-term career advancement.

Or email your resume to careers@shahaniinc.com.

Application for employment

Shahani Inc. is a family-owned wholesale fuel distribution and commercial real estate company based in Branford, Connecticut. Please complete the application fully and accurately; incomplete applications may delay consideration. Shahani Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, civil union status, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

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