Controller (CA-Hayward)

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, Dough Zone USA 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 Hayward office and require periodical travels to the corporate office in Washington
• This position will directly report to leadership based in Washington

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: $140,000 - $180,000

*Dough Zone USA and Moji Food are committed to creating a diverse work environment and are proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.  Dough Zone USA and Moji Food participate in the E-Verify program to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees.