Controller for a rapidly scaling restaurant group responsible for building and leading the accounting function. Collaborate with CFO and leadership in a high-growth environment focusing on operations and compliance.
Responsibilities
Lead all day-to-day accounting operations, including AR/AP, reconciliations, and period-end close.
Design and implement scalable accounting systems and processes as the organization grows.
Partner closely with operations to ensure timely vendor payments, accurate P&Ls for each location, and clear communication across departments.
Support quarterly reviews and coordinate with external accounting partners.
Prepare financial reports and analysis in collaboration with finance leadership.
Ensure GAAP compliance and maintain strong internal controls.
Lead annual independent audit processes and tax provision preparation, ensuring accurate and compliant reporting across all direct and indirect tax areas.
Requirements
CPA with a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
7–10 years of experience, including public accounting from a well-known firm.
Proven background in multi-unit industries —ideally restaurant, retail, or healthcare.
Strong operational accounting skills and comfort working hands-on in a high-growth, fast-moving business.
Entrepreneurial mindset and the confidence to build systems, not just maintain them.
Benefits
Competitive base salary plus likely equity and bonus potential.
Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, PTO and holidays.
Hybrid work schedule: 3–4 days onsite in the Westside LA area.
Real opportunity to shape the accounting function and grow your career alongside an expanding national brand.
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