Director of Finance

At Chicken N Pickle, we don't just count our eggs—we make sure they're in the right basket! As our Director of Finance, you'll be the top rooster overseeing the financial roost, ensuring everything from budgeting to compliance runs as smooth as fresh-laid eggs. If you have a keen eye for detail, a knack for financial strategy, and a love for keeping the nest in order, this role is for you!

Requirements

Skills / experience:

• Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting
• 5-7 years of experience
• Previous management experience
• CPA preferred
• Workday experience preferred
• Experience implementing financial systems and improving operational efficiencies
• Strong background in cash flow management and forecasting for seasonal business cycles
• Expertise in multi-unit restaurant operations and financial consolidation
• Deep understanding of restaurant financial metrics, including food & beverage costs, labor costs, inventory management, and profit margins
  
  

Key responsibilities:

• Financial reporting- Oversees the preparation and accuracy of monthly financial statements
• Budgeting- Assist in rolling out new budgeting software and process
• Accounting process improvement- Responsible for enhancing the monthly close cycle developing additional efficiencies across the accounting function
• Audit- Responsible for overseeing annual audit process
• Compliance- Assist and oversee compliance with various tax regulations
• Operational efficiencies
• Inventory & Procurement Oversight - Work closely with purchasing teams to optimize inventory turnover and prevent waste
• Team Leadership & Development - Mentor and lead finance and accounting staff, fostering a collaborative and results-driven culture
• Vendor & Lease Negotiations - Assist in managing vendor relationships, lease agreements, and contract negotiations for maximum cost savings
  
  

Tasks:

• Oversee day-to-day accounting properly aligns with GAAP
• Institute additional controls over financial reporting
• Oversee funding requests and accounting for real estate entities
• Manage the budgeting process
• Manage financial reporting
• Data organization and reporting for ownership
• Create an automated process for posting inventory
• Oversee the AP function
• Drive restaurant profitability strategies, ensuring menu pricing, promotions, and operational decisions align with financial goals
• Oversee all components of the company's tax reporting
• Conduct regular financial audits to identify and mitigate risks
  
  
  

Benefits

• Competitive Pay Bonus Opportunities
• Healthcare: Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
• Life Insurance
• 401K with company match
• Vacation time
• Volunteer PTO days
• Thanksgiving and Christmas Holidays
• Employee Perks: Discounts on pickleball, dining and events