Senior Accountant | Growing Restaurant Brand - Vernon, CA

Job Description

Job Description

Looking for the next Restaurant Hero!

Are you ready to be more than just a numbers person? We're not just about delivering great food and service we're building a high-performing financial engine, and we're looking for a Senior Accountant to help lead the way. This is not your average accounting role. You'll be a strategic partner, diving deep into data, forecasting the future, and designing dashboards that spotlight performance and growth.

If you're passionate about using your accounting expertise to drive business strategy and efficiency, this is the role for you.

What You'll Do

Financial Planning & Analysis:

• Build sophisticated forecasting models that shape the financial roadmap.
• Produce impactful monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports with real insights.
• Analyze data to identify opportunities for cost savings, revenue growth, and process improvement.
• Collaborate with leadership on budgeting and long-term planning.
• Design KPI dashboards that provide real-time visibility into performance.
• Lead ad hoc financial analysis and modeling to support strategic decisions.

Accounting Operations:

• Manage smooth and accurate month-end and year-end close processes.
• Perform precise bank and credit card reconciliations.
• Handle accruals to ensure GAAP compliance and statement integrity.
• Run accounting operations with a Controller-level mindset.

Systems & Data Management:

• Act as the in-house pro for Restaurant365 and integrate tools like Toast, Excel, and Power BI.
• Build data-driven dashboards and tools to support smarter decision-making.
• Ensure system-generated reports are accurate and reliable.
• Automate workflows to drive efficiency across finance operations.

Reporting & Compliance:

• Present financial reports to senior leadership in a clear, compelling way.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and regulatory standards.
• Lead external audits and prepare necessary reports.
• Maintain audit-ready financial documentation.

Process Improvement:

• Identify and present cost-saving opportunities with confidence.
• Streamline financial workflows for improved performance.
• Establish and document policies and procedures that support financial success.

What You'll Bring

Accounting Expertise:

• Strong experience managing full month-end close, reconciliations, accruals, and financials.
• Deep knowledge of GAAP and financial compliance standards.

Financial Modeling & Analysis:

• Advanced forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis skills.
• Ability to derive actionable insights from complex data.

Systems Proficiency:

• Experience with Restaurant365 (R365) is required.
• Familiarity with tools like Toast, Excel, and Power BI is a plus.
• A passion for leveraging technology to elevate financial operations.

Communication & Collaboration:

• Ability to translate financial data into stories everyone can understand.
• Team-oriented mindset and ability to collaborate cross-functionally.

Strategic Thinking:

• Analytical, solutions-oriented, and always looking at the big picture.
• Adept at identifying and driving opportunities for financial impact.

Organizational Skills:

• Detail-focused, highly organized, and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Consistently meets deadlines and thrives under pressure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in financial planning, analysis, and accounting operations.
• Experience in multi-unit restaurant, hospitality, or retail environments.
• Proven track record of dashboard development and KPI tracking.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with financial systems.

What We Value

We live by a set of core values that define how we work and grow:

• Ambitious - Think big, act boldly, and innovate constantly.
• Own It - Take responsibility and deliver results.
• Pursue Perfection - Aim for accuracy and excellence.
• Be Radically Honest - Communicate openly and ethically.
• Continuously Learn - Seek improvement and development every day.
• Do What Matters - Focus on the financial metrics that drive success.
• Move Fast - Act with urgency in a fast-paced environment.
• Be Guest-Focused - Even in finance, your work supports a great customer experience.
• Hire and Inspire Top Talent - Help build a world-class financial team.

Why Join Us?

• Play a key role in shaping financial strategy and operations.
• Be part of a dynamic, growing, and values-driven company.
• Enjoy a supportive environment that rewards innovation and impact.
• Competitive compensation and excellent benefits.

Benefits:

• 401(k) + matching
• Dental, health, vision, and life insurance
• Paid time off and sick leave