Accounting Manager

Kizuki Ramen; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Employee meals and discounts

Career growth opportunities

Company medical premium contribution

Job summary

Kizuki International LLC is seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee all accounting functions and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws. You will collaborate with upper management and other departments to support fiscal goals and strategic growth across multiple restaurant brands.

This role requires strong financial, analytical, and leadership capabilities, with experience in the restaurant sector.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience managing accounting processes, policies and audits.
• Strong supervisory/management experience preferred.
• Excellent financial, analytical and statistical skills.
• Experience in the restaurant industry is preferred.
• Excellent communication with internal and external customers.

Responsibilities

• Directs and manages all accounting activities up to and including AP/AR, payroll, financial statements and management reporting.
• Prepares and maintains a formal monthly close process.
• Monitors budgets and variances; recommends corrective actions.
• Coaches, mentors, and evaluates staff performance.
• Ensures internal controls and audit readiness; coordinates with external auditors.

Skills

Accounting management

Budgeting

Financial analysis

Team leadership

Communication

Restaurant industry

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

Tools

QuickBooks

Job description

Job Title: Accounting Manager

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

Location: Redmond, WA | Full-Time | Exempt

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 procedures
• Coordinates 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.