Controller, Accounting, Financial Reporting

The Controller oversees the company's accounting and financial operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, effective internal controls, and compliance with applicable accounting standards. This position provides financial insight and guidance to leadership while supporting the financial performance of the company's multiple restaurant locations.

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, reconciliations, and cash management.
• Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes and prepare accurate financial statements.
• Prepare and analyze company and restaurant-level Profit & Loss statements.
• Monitor sales, labor, food and paper costs, operating expenses, and other key restaurant financial metrics.
• Partner with Operations and store managers to identify financial trends, investigate variances, and improve restaurant profitability.
• Oversee franchise accounting, including royalties, advertising contributions, technology fees, and other franchise-related expenses.
• Monitor cash activity, bank reconciliations, restaurant deposits, credit card transactions, and cash overages/shortages.
• Establish and maintain effective internal controls related to cash handling, purchasing, payroll, expenses, and financial reporting.
• Lead or assist with annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
• Analyze actual results against budget and prior periods and provide recommendations to leadership.
• Assist with financial analysis for capital expenditures, renovations, equipment purchases, acquisitions, and other business decisions.
• Work closely with Payroll and Human Resources to ensure accurate recording and reporting of payroll and employee-related expenses.
• Coordinate with external accountants, auditors, financial institutions, vendors, and franchisor representatives as needed.
• Lead, train, and develop accounting staff as applicable.
• Provide leadership with clear, timely financial reporting and recommendations to support business decisions.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience; management experience preferred.
• Experience with multi-location businesses, restaurants, hospitality, retail, or franchise operations strongly preferred.
• Experience with restaurant-level P&L analysis and franchise accounting preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls.
• Advanced Excel and accounting/ERP system experience.
• CPA preferred but not required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to analyze financial data and identify trends or discrepancies
• Strong communication skills and ability to explain financial information to non-financial leaders
• High level of integrity, discretion, and accountability
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, height, weight, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified applicants with disabilities during the application and hiring process.