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Woodstock's Pizza

San Diego (CA)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 110,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

PCP Bonus Plan

PCP Kicker Bonus

Stock Purchase Plan

401K Plan

3 Weeks PTO

Health Care Benefits

Monthly cell phone/data plan coverage

Monthly Team Member meal credit

50% employee discount

Job summary

Woodstock’s in San Diego/Pacific Beach is seeking a finance leader to oversee accounting systems, treasury, and strategic planning. You will mentor teams to hit numbers and partner with IT to optimize Restaurant365, Excel, and other platforms.

The role reports to COO, includes payroll oversight, budgeting, KPI management, and ensuring timely tax filings. Competitive pay range $90,000-$110,000 with benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

Experience leading finance teams in a multi-unit hospitality environment.
Proven ability to manage budgets, KPIs, and financial strategy.
Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

Oversee accounting functions and ensure timely financial statements.
Lead budgeting and financial planning at Director level.
Manage payroll, store-level reporting, and cash flow.
Collaborate with IT on accounting systems and platforms.
Monitor KPIs and produce ad hoc ROI analyses.
Coordinate with CPA for tax payments and filings.
Develop and mentor teams in finance and accounting.
Support and develop other Directors and managers.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Strategic planning

Mentoring

Communication

Tools

Restaurant365

Excel

Windows OS

MS-Office

Google Workspace

Job description

This is not your normal finance and accounting role - this is a high-paced, high-transaction environment where you will mentor and inspire our teams to hit their numbers! There is also an opportunity to bring in what you know to improve our systems and other tech platforms to make things humm.

We run on FUELS -- Fun, Unique, Excellence, Loyalty, and Service. Care to join us? We’re looking for a marketing pro to bring a strong vision and passion to our team.

Woodstock’s is ranked #1 for sales among independent pizzerias nationally, with sales of nearly $26 million annually. We have been serving legendary pizzas, brews and good times for 40 years. We are looking for someone to take us to the next level -- manage and optimize the overall financial health of the organization while maintaining a servant-leadership approach to support our teams. Is this you?

Our team includes:

One Direct Report - Accounting Manager
Operations teams at both the administrative and store levels
HR, Marketing, and IT professionals in the Admin office

Work Location: San Diego/Pacific Beach Admin office

Pay Range: $90,000 - $110,000

Report to: Chief Operating Officer (COO)

Accounting Systems and Process (45%)

Oversee, manage, and ensure the consistent function of the following accounting functions:
Timely financial statement generation on a weekly, monthly, and annual basis
Accounts payables, including Positive Pay theft controls
Accounts receivables, managing to an acceptable level of aging
General ledger and accruals
Cash and banking reconciliations
Work with the Director of IT to manage and optimize the various technological systems and platforms related to accounting and finance

Financial Strategy, Planning and Analysis (25%)

Lead strategic financial planning at the Director level.
Report to the executive team on financial performance utilizing KPIs and other data-driven metrics
Lead and execute the annual budget process for all aspects of the Company including individual store budgets and overhead cost centers.
Advise COO/CEO and Ownership on opportunities that increase company value and cash resources
Manage and monitor KPIs and other metrics to ensure optimal financial company performance
Produce ad hoc analyses for teams to assess ROI and various financial opportunities
Work with CPA firm to provide needed financial statements and information to ensure timely and accurate federal and state tax payments
Teach, develop, and serve all levels of the organization in the areas of finance and accounting

Team Financial Support and Development (10%)

Directly manage the Accounting Manager to support all areas of the department
Support store-level managers and team members to ensure store-level reporting, cash management, payroll, and other bookkeeping items.
Utilize a servant leadership approach to develop our teams to grow in areas of managerial accounting, utilizing KPIs to achieve financial goals, and operate the restaurants more profitably.
Support and develop fellow Directors and managers in the area of accounting and finance

Payroll (10%)

Support the HR Manager in areas of payroll where it integrates with accounting
File and audit all related taxes and filings
Oversee payroll taxes
Collaborate with HR to provide various information needed

Other Duties (10%)

Monitor and audit expenses to ensure contract compliance; monitor expense trends to identify opportunities to increase profit
Annual federal and state legal filings
Lease and vendor contract management and monitoring
Cash flow monitoring and management
Manage and monitor banking relationships

Professional Requirements

Computer systems knowledge including Windows OS, Restaurant365, Excel, MS-Office & Google Workspace suite of services.
Critical thinker and excellent problem solver.
Manage multiple projects and timelines with a sense of urgency and follow through.
A passion for customer service and a desire to assist others.
Detailed and task oriented and well organized.
Strong verbal communication and listening skills.
Follow direction with focused attention.
Life long learner; exhibits insatiable curiosity and an interest in self-improvement.

Physical Requirements