Sr. Accounting Manager

Socket.dev; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health benefits (Medical, Dental, VIs)

401k with company match

Annual bonus incentive

Job summary

Tokyo Gardens Company, a Houston-based sushi and Asian cuisine operator, seeks a Senior Accounting Manager to own day-to-day accounting and drive scalable processes. You will lead multi-entity close, partner with leadership on budgeting, and build the accounting organization as the business grows.

The role requires a strong background in corporate accounting, a track record of improving controls, and the ability to develop people in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance as a minimum requirement.
• CPA strongly preferred; Master’s degree is a plus.
• 9+ years accounting experience; 4+ years leading a team.
• Experience owning full close cycle across multiple entities/divisions.
• Experience with NetSuite or similar cloud-based accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Own accounting operations end to end across bookkeeping, AR, AP.
• Lead month-end and year-end close for multiple entities; optimize timelines.
• Partner with leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and cash management.
• Design, improve, and scale accounting systems, controls, and SOPs.
• Lead NetSuite process automation and system improvements.

Skills

Multi-entity accounting leadership

Close cycle management

Forecasting & budgeting

Advanced Excel

Strong communication

Process improvement

Team development

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA strongly preferred

Master’s degree a plus

Tools

NetSuite

Cloud-based accounting software

Microsoft Office Suite (Excel)

Job description

Description

Tokyo Gardens Company (TGC) is a Houston-based company providing full-service sushi and Asian food operations in retail stores, universities and corporate offices nationwide for over 20 years. Our company is growing rapidly, and every team member plays a key role in that growth. Our success is driven by delivering real results for our clients. It's also enabled by our culture, which supports personal growth and development, fosters an inclusive work culture, and rewards innovation and excellence.

To learn more about us, please visit www.tgcsushi.com / www.sushicllc.com

Position Description:

The Senior Accounting Manager will own the accounting function's day-to-day execution and drive its development as the company grows. The ideal candidate will possess a deep background in corporate accounting, multi-entity financial management, and regulatory reporting, with a demonstrated track record of building processes and developing people — not just running an existing playbook. This is a high-impact role tailored for a leader looking to expand their scope and grow into accounting leadership as the business scales.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Own accounting operations end to end, including functional responsibility over bookkeeping, accounts receivable, and accounts payable.
• Own the full month-end and year-end close cycle across multiple entities and divisions, including consolidation, review of account reconciliations, journal entries, and accruals, driving continuous reduction in close timeline.
• Partner with senior leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and cash management.
• Design, improve, and scale accounting systems, controls, and SOPs; lead corrective action plans and process redesign.
• Lead NetSuite process automation and system improvement initiatives across the accounting function.
• Build and develop the accounting team by managing performance, setting goals, providing ongoing training and feedback, and cultivating future leaders.
• Prepare, analyze, and present financial statements and insights to senior leaders and owners of the Company.
• Own external audit coordination, tax preparation coordination, and regulatory and compliance reporting.
• Maintain professional and timely communication with vendors, customers, and internal team members.
• Collaborate and build effective relationships across departments and business units.
• Perform other responsibilities and projects as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• CPA strongly preferred; Master's degree a plus
• 9+ years of experience as an accountant or in an accounting related function required
• 4+ years of experience leading or managing a team required
• Demonstrated ownership of a full close cycle across multiple entities or divisions required.
• Experience with cloud-based accounting software, NetSuite strongly preferred.
• Track record of building and improving processes, systems, and controls.
• Desire and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent time management skills with proven ability to meet deadlines.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel required
• Excellent interpersonal and written/oral communication skills.

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off
• Paid health benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short Term Disability insurance)
• 401k plan with company match
• Annual bonus incentive

Additional Information:

• Work location: Onsite Houston HQ office, Monday to Friday
• Job Type: Full Time

Tokyo Gardens Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.