Chief Financial Officer; CFO

Salary Range: $ To $ Annually

Location: Houston, TX | Full-Time
Work Arrangement: Remote Initially;
Transition to In-Office

Pay Range:
150,/annually

Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, and internal equity.

About Us:

Kizuki International LLC is one company united by a single purpose — to spread joy through authentic culinary experiences. Our family of Asian culinary brands includes:

• Kizuki Ramen & Izakaya – delivering the most authentic Japanese ramen experience outside Japan through scratch-made broths, Japanese-designed interiors, and craftsmanship.
• Supreme Dumplings – offering handcrafted Xiao Long Bao and other small bites made with precision, tradition, and heartfelt execution.
• Tang Bar / Swish Swish – a modern fast-casual concept bringing bold Sichuan malatang flavors to a customizable, energetic format.

Though each concept is unique, all share the same values: craftsmanship, connection, hospitality, and a relentless pursuit of culinary excellence. We proudly operate 20+ restaurants and 4+ central kitchens/commissary facilities across multiple states — and we’re growing.

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead all financial, accounting, and business planning functions for our multi-unit restaurant organization. The CFO will serve as a key member of the executive team, driving financial performance, operational efficiency, and long-term growth. The ideal candidate has deep experience in restaurant, hospitality, or multi-unit consumer businesses and a proven track record building scalable financial infrastructure.

Partner with the CEO and executive team to develop long-term financial strategies and growth plans.

Lead company-wide budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.

Provide financial insight and recommendations to support strategic decisions, including expansion, new concept development, and capital investments.

Monitor key financial and operational KPIs across all restaurant units and corporate departments.

Oversee all accounting, finance, payroll, treasury, and tax functions.

Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting.

Maintain strong internal controls, ensuring compliance with GAAP and company policies.

Oversee cash flow management, working capital optimization, and liquidity planning.

Ensure accuracy of daily sales reporting, inventory management, and cost of goods and labor tracking.

Analyze store-level P&Ls, identify trends, and partner with operations to improve profitability.

Standardize financial procedures across all locations, including cash handling, vendor management, and POS reconciliation.

Support menu pricing strategies, prime cost control, and operational efficiencies.

Lead the selection, integration, and optimization of systems such as accounting platforms, POS systems, forecasting tools, and inventory solutions.

Drive automation and process improvement initiatives to support rapid growth and multi-unit scalability.

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including sales tax, payroll tax, and regulatory reporting.

Lead financial audits, tax planning, and risk mitigation strategies.

Manage banking relationships, credit facilities, insurance programs, and capital structure.

Evaluate investment opportunities, new unit development, and potential acquisitions.

Conduct financial modeling, due diligence, and integration planning.

Advise the CEO and Board on valuation, deal structures, and…