Accounting Manager

Kizuki Ramen; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Employee meals

Discounts

Career growth

Job summary

Kizuki International LLC is seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee all accounting initiatives across our growing restaurant brands. This role ensures compliance with federal, state, and local laws while aligning with upper management on growth goals.

You will manage accounts payable/receivable, payroll, monthly closings, and internal controls, with a pathway from remote work to in-office collaboration as we scale across multiple brands.

Qualifications

• 5+ years managing accounting processes and audits.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Experience with restaurant industry a plus.

Responsibilities

• Directs and manages all accounting activities up to and including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, payroll, financial statements, and management reporting.
• Prepares, manages, and keeps current a formal monthly closing process.
• Contributes to attainment of budget objectives by scheduling expenditures, analyzing budget variances, and recommending corrective plans and actions.
• Protects assets by establishing, monitoring, auditing, and enforcing internal controls.
• Works with upper management to recognized, monitor, and come up with dynamic solutions to resolve financial problems as they arise.

Skills

Financial analysis

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Leadership/management

QuickBooks experience

Restaurant industry experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

Tools

QuickBooks

Job description

Salary Range: $100,000.00 To $115,000.00 Annually

Job Title: Accounting Manager

Location: Houston , TX | Full-Time | Exempt

Work Arrangement: Remote Initially; Transition to In-Office

Salary:$100,000- $115,000/ Annually

Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, and internal equity.

About Us:

Kizuki International LLC is one company united by a single purpose — to spread joy through authentic culinary experiences. Our family of Asian culinary brands includes:

• Kizuki Ramen & Izakaya – delivering the most authentic Japanese ramen experience outside Japan through scratch-made broths, Japanese-designed interiors, and craftsmanship.
• Supreme Dumplings – offering handcrafted Xiao Long Bao and other small bites made with precision, tradition, and heartfelt execution .
• Tang Bar / Swish Swish – a modern fast-casual concept bringing bold Sichuan Malatang flavors to a customizable, energetic format.

Though each concept is unique, all share the same values: craftsmanship, connection, hospitality, and a relentless pursuit of culinary excellence. We proudly operate 23+ restaurants and 4+ central kitchens/commissary facilities across multiple states — and we’re growing.

Job Summary

As the Accounting Manager, you will oversee, plan, and execute all accounting initiatives to make sure our company is compliant with all federal, state, and local financial laws. You will also work closely with upper management and other departments to help meet our fiscal and company growth goals.

We look forward to speaking with you about this opportunity, and what you can bring to the team!

Job Duties

• Directs and manages all accounting activities up to and including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, payroll, financial statements, and management reporting
• Prepares, manages, and keeps current a formal monthly closing process
• Contributes to attainment of budget objectives by scheduling expenditures, analyzing budget variances, and recommending corrective plans and actions
• Optimizes staff work performance by planning, monitoring and appraising work performance through coaching, counseling, and mentoring of team members
• Protects assets by establishing, monitoring, auditing, and enforcing internal controls
• Works with upper management to recognized, monitor, and come up with dynamic solutions to resolve financial problems as they arise
• Guides financial decisions by establishing, monitoring, auditing, and enforcing policies and proceduresCoordinates external audit information flow with external auditors
• Other duties as assigned

Skills and Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience: managing accounting processes and software, developing policies and procedures, managing audits, analyzing business results, developing budgets, and performing budget vs. actual analysis (quantitative, qualitative)
• Supervisory / management experience preferred
• Outstanding financial, analytical, and statistical technical skills
• Experience with the restaurant industry preferred
• Excellent communication skills and ability to communicate with internal and external customers
• Experience with QuickBooks preferred

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field required.

Benefits & Other Compensation:

Eligible employees may receive a comprehensive benefits package, with the company covering 90% of the medical premium.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee meals and discounts
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development
• Eligibility and benefit offerings may vary based on position and tenure

We are an equal opportunity employer to all team members and applicants. We don’t discriminate against qualified individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.