Controller/ Director of Accounting

Overview The Controller must have solid communication, technology, analytical and management skills. The individual is charged with developing annual business plans, performing cost-benefit analyses, and aligning finance to operations. The controller must be able to provide unit-level operating teams and ownership with timely financial and performance information in a clear and actionable form on a timely and consistent basis. I. Responsibilities Planning and directing all accounting operational functions Establishing and maintaining processes/systems surrounding: cash management, A/P, A/R, Payroll, etc. Managing the accumulation and consolidation of all financial data necessary for an accurate accounting of consolidated business results Coordinating and preparing internal and external financial statements on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis Develop and maintain relationships with commercial banking and lenders Implement new accounting standards (i.e. Lease Accounting) as required Providing management with information vital to the decision-making process Managing the budget process for Corporate Overhead Assessing current accounting operations, offering recommendations for improvement and implementing new processes Evaluating accounting and internal control systems Developing and monitoring business performance metrics Overseeing regulatory reporting, frequently including tax planning and compliance Hiring, training and retaining skilled accounting staff II. Requirements A minimum of ten years of progressive career growth, grounded in U.S. GAAP accounting with a minimum of 2-3 years controllership experience Multi-unit operations (retail, restaurant, hotel) experience preferred Experience with point of sale systems in the restaurant/hospitality industry. This may include PosiTouch, Micros, TOAST, or Aloha. CPA or MBA preferred Experience and working knowledge across the entire spectrum of accounting and treasury, including accounting, audit, tax, compliance, cash management, and information technology Ability to communicate in the English language. Must be able to communicate with restaurant-level managers, Directors, and C-Level executives. III. Abilities Work Environment This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines. Physical Demands This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to move files, open filing cabinets, and bend or stand as necessary. **This is an essential role and work will be done at the worksite in Redwood City, CA. Remote work not available.