Strategic Controller for Multi-Unit Restaurant Growth

vcfo; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

vcfo is seeking a seasoned Controller for a multi-unit restaurant client in Austin, TX. You will oversee accounting operations across locations, manage month-end close, and deliver accurate financial reporting and insights to executive leadership.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in finance, a CPA preferred, and deep experience with restaurant systems like R365 and Toast/Aloha. You will drive process improvements and strong internal controls in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience across finance and accounting roles.
• Progressive accounting leadership experience, incl. Controller/Asst Controller.
• Experience in multi-unit restaurant/hospitality organizations.
• Experience with 5+ locations and multiple entities.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead accounting and financial reporting for multiple restaurant concepts and locations.
• Own month-end and period-end close with timely reporting.
• Produce weekly flash reports, monthly statements, and exec packages.
• Prepare consolidated reporting and analyze against budgets/metrics.
• Deliver financial insights to leadership to drive profitability and growth.
• Oversee GL, journaling, accruals, reconciliations, intercompany entries.

Skills

Leadership

GAAP

Financial reporting

Internal controls

Communication to executives

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA certification (preferred)

Tools

Restaurant365 (R365)

Toast POS

Aloha POS

Compeat

QuickBooks

Job description

vcfo is seeking a seasoned Controller for a multi-unit restaurant client in Austin, TX. You will oversee accounting operations across locations, manage month-end close, and deliver accurate financial reporting and insights to executive leadership.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in finance, a CPA preferred, and deep experience with restaurant systems like R365 and Toast/Aloha. You will drive process improvements and strong internal controls in a fast-paced environment.