Director of Accounting

Location: Primarily in-office with occasional flexibility to work remotely

Selected candidate must live in commutable driving distance to Scottsdale, AZ 85255.

P.F. Chang’s is seeking a strategic and hands-on Director of Accounting to support our VP, Controller and lead critical financial accounting and reporting functions. This role plays a key part in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial statements, while driving process improvements and supporting a high-performing accounting team.

This is a highly visible role that partners across Finance, Investor Relations, and broader business teams, with exposure to executive leadership and key initiatives—including audit support and readiness for future growth.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the month-end close process, ensuring accurate and timely financial statements (monthly, quarterly, annual)
• Oversee general ledger activity, account reconciliations, flux analysis, and audit schedules
• Serve as the primary accounting lead across key areas: general ledger, lease, labor, revenue, and corporate G&A
• Partner with external auditors and support quarterly and annual audit requirements
• Collaborate with Investor Relations on reporting deliverables (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K)
• Drive consistency in accounting processes, policies, and internal controls
• Lead, develop, and mentor a team of Financial Accountants
• Act as the Workday Finance SME—owning system processes, configurations, and enhancements
• Partner on the adoption and implementation of new accounting standards
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, reporting, and operational efficiency
  
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• Certification: CPA designation is required (active or inactive).
• 10 years of progressive accounting experience, including public accounting and team leadership
• Requires strong SEC reporting experience (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K)
• Deep understanding of GAAP and financial reporting standards
• Experience leading month-end close in a complex, multi-entity environment
• Strong systems experience—Workday is preferred
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and drive results
• Proven ability to lead teams, influence cross-functional partners, and communicate effectively at all levels
  
  
  

Benefits We Offer

• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision and 401(K) starting on the 1st of the month following the hire date.
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time: 20 days per calendar year for full-time Global Support Center team members, prorated for new hires.
• Paid Holidays: 12 company-selected holidays plus 2 floating holidays per year.
• Competitive Pay & Performance Incentives: Annual bonuses based on Company performance.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement for job related programs.
• Lucky Cat Meal Card: Preloaded meal card for use at any corporate-owned P.F. Chang’s location.
• Exclusive Discounts: Access exclusive employee discounts.
• Supportive Community: Financial assistance through the Lucky Cat Fund during hardships for qualifying team members.
  
  
  

Why work for us?

Because it’s more than a job. We are passionate people doing meaningful work, motivated by our purpose: To Celebrate Life. Family. Food.

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