At Call Your Mother we believe that great food is made even better with amazing service and having fun together. CYM is a neighborhood bagel shop and deli with locations in the DC area and Denver, CO. We're looking for new team members with positive attitudes and an eagerness to learn who are as excited about good food & GOOD VIBES.

We are hiring an Assistant Director of Accounting!

The Assistant Director of Accounting will play a critical role in managing the financial health of our organization by performing and coordinating accounting duties. Key responsibilities include financial reporting, account reconciliation, payroll processing, forecasting, budgeting, and internal controls. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem solver with strong attention to detail, who can effectively communicate and collaborate with cross-functional teams. This position reports to the Director of Finance and Accounting, will oversee two accountants as well as outsourced accounting help, and will be based in our home office. The perfect candidate will be a Senior Accountant looking to grow into an assistant director/controller.
This is a full-time position that will report directly to our Director of Finance and Accounting, based at our home office in Park View.Company Core Values & Expectations:

• Vibrant – You are abundantly happy, fun, passionate, playful, and kind
• Integrity – You are honest, caring, real, and always strive to do the right thing and take pride in what you do
• Belonging – You will work as a team to make people feel welcome 
• Energy – You are active, proactive, and work hard to make things happen
• Seize the Moment – You make the most of every guest opportunity by saying yes and by trying new things, and by being original

As a CYM team member, you’ll make an impact by:

• Mentoring and developing others
• Creating extraordinary moments for guests and team members
• Contributing to our business with your ideas and feedback
• Supporting and lifting up our communities and neighborhoods

Your core responsibilities will be:

• Manage the day-to-day accounting operations of the company, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger maintenance.
• Oversee the accounting activities performed by the company’s outsourced accounting team, Senior Accountant, and Staff Accountant.
• Take ownership of the company’s financial statements by preparing and analyzing financial statements in a timely fashion, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports, to provide insights into the company's financial performance.
• Oversee the preparation of the company’s bi-weekly payroll.
• Continuously evolve and maintain accurate financial reporting systems, ensuring compliance with applicable regulatory requirements.
• Support the preparation of annual budgets, as well as monthly and quarterly forecasts, to support the company's strategic planning and decision-making processes.
• Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard the company's assets and ensure the accuracy of financial data.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal tax regulations and coordinate the preparation and filing required tax returns.
• Provide supervision and coaching to the staff accountant.
• Provide financial guidance and support to cross-functional teams, including operations, supply chain, human resources and marketing.
• Continuously evaluate and improve financial processes, systems, and tools to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
• Perform ad-hoc financial and operational analyses as needed.

• Additional duties may be assigned as needed

You’ll be a great addition to the CYM team if you have:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or CMA certification preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in the quick service restaurant industry or a high-growth company.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and experience with financial reporting and internal controls.
• General ledger experience including preparing journal entries, preparing monthly accruals, and reconciling general ledger accounts.
• Management experience including reviewing accounting work prepared by others and providing feedback or adjustments.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ability to work with large sets of data.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• High level of integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive and self-motivated, with a continuous improvement mindset. 

You’ll love working at CYM for the following reason:

• Competitive base salary: $105,000 
• Creating extraordinary moments for guests
• Contributing to our business with your ideas and feedback
• Supporting and lifting up our communities and neighborhoods
• Mentoring and developing your staff
• Being yourself and making genuine relationships with other team members and guests