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Controller - WA state Restaurant Group
Job Summary:
We are working with a well-established and fast-growing multi-unit restaurant group. Known for its authentic cuisine and strong operational standards, our client is deeply committed to quality, cultural respect, and hospitality. The right candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with lots of moving parts. You’ll need to stay flexible, prioritize well, and help keep financial operations running smoothly across all locations.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee full-cycle accounting, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and bank reconciliations
- Lead month-end and year-end close processes
- Manage financial reporting, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
- Assist with the development and documentation of standard operating procedures (SOPs)
- Oversee or support inventory and cost accounting for multiple restaurant locations
- Provide cash flow analysis and forecasting support to leadership
- Collaborate with leadership and upper management.
- Work closely with the external consultant to ensure alignment of financial controls and policies
- Oversee accounting and coordinate with the cross-function departments when necessary in multi-state settings
- Prepare for external audits and assist with interim requests
- Conduct internal audit when deemed necessary by the job incumbent and department head.
- Handle multi-entity and multi-location accounting
- Other duties as assigned by the department head
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
- Experience in the restaurant industry is required
- Must be able to handle fast-paced, high interaction volume environment
- Knowledge of R365 or similar systems a plus
- Knowledge of Odoo ERP or similar systems a plus
- CPA license or actively pursuing
- Bi-lingual in Chinese dialect and English is preferred, but not required
In Office Requirement:
- This position is required to work in the office full-time at our Bellevue headquarters.
Be our partners and enjoy these with us:
- Medical insurance, vision insurance, and dental insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO*)
- Paid Sick Leave
- Holiday Pay (9 paid holiday days)
- 401k retirement plan based on full-time work status
- Employee Discount Programs
- Opportunities for growth and career advancement
Pay Range: $150,000 - $185,000
Salary : $150,000 - $185,000