As the Senior Controller, you will function as the company’s strategic financial business leader. The position champions, develops and implements company-wide strategies while providing financial expertise to enable a maximum return on investment. 

This position addresses tight deadlines and a multitude of accounting activities including general ledger reviews, financial reporting, year end audit preparation and the support of budget and forecast activities. The Director of Accounting will work closely with the Operating Partner and report directly to the CEO.

Core Functions 

• Engaging in Strategic Planning and Decision Making
• Acts as primary leader for the Finance and Accounting teams 
• Review and verify daily income and depository 
• Review weekly payroll financials and ensure accuracy 
• Leadership of all accounting software including RASI (accounting system), ADP in collaboration with the Director of Human Resources, NCR Aloha POS tax, audit and reporting accuracy and third party credit card processing through Amex, Stripe, ect. 
• Compiles information, analyzes and monitor actual sales against projected sales.
• Responsible for all tax submittals and compliance for local, state and federal taxes.
• Capital expense and depreciation account management. 
• Manage corporate payroll expense budgets and financial forecasting for all corporate labor. 
• Creates the annual non-operating budget for the all business units including full budge responsibilities for corporate office expenses.
• Provides analytical support during budget reviews to identify cost saving opportunities for leadership
• Implements a system of appropriate controls to manage business risks. 
• Ensures a strong accounting and operational control environment to safeguard assets.
• Leads the development and implementation of a comprehensive annual business plan which is aligned with the company’s and brand’s strategic direction
• Provides on going analytical support by monitoring the operating department’s actual and projected sales
• Work in partnership and manage the outside Accounting firms on all operations auditing and tax matters
• Develops and Maintains Finance and Accounting Goals 

• Oversees internal, external and regulatory audit processes 
• Provides excellent leadership by assigning team members and other departments managers' clear accountability backed by appropriate authority
• Understands and meets the needs of key stakeholders (owners, corporate, guests, etc.).
• Advises the Leadership team and ownership on existing and evolving operating/financial issues.
• Communicates financial concepts in a clear and persuasive manner that is easy to understand and drives desired behaviors.
• Demonstrates an understanding of cash flow and owner priorities.
• Manages all Finance and Accounting projects and policies 

Requirements 

• Strong excel and computer skills. Benefit experience with RASI, ADP, Aloha, Ease, Tripleseat, Resy
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work with multiple deadlines in a fast-pace setting
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills for the management of accounting team
• CPA
• Advanced degree in Accounting or Finance
• A minimum of 5 years previous Managing in an accounting role experience
• Hospitality or restaurant management experience a plus

Additional Details

This is a full-time position, that will work out of the corporate office in Birmingham, Michigan and periodically on-site at our restaurant locations. Monday – Friday schedule, you may answer a few calls or emails on the weekend. Travel nationally may be required to support new store openings. This position will be responsible for managing direct reports.