Controller (CA-Hayward)

Job Summary:
We are working with a well-established and fast-growing multi-unit restaurant group. Known for its authentic cuisine and strong operational standards, Dough Zone USA is deeply committed to quality, cultural respect, and hospitality. The right candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with lots of moving parts. You’ll need to stay flexible, prioritize well, and help keep financial operations running smoothly across all locations.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee full-cycle accounting, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and bank reconciliations
• Lead month-end and year-end close processes
• Manage financial reporting, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Assist with the development and documentation of standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Oversee or support inventory and cost accounting for multiple restaurant locations
• Provide cash flow analysis and forecasting support to leadership
• Collaborate with leadership and upper management.
• Work closely with the external consultant to ensure alignment of financial controls and policies
• Oversee accounting and coordinate with the cross-function departments when necessary in multi-state settings
• Prepare for external audits and assist with interim requests
• Conduct internal audit when deemed necessary by the job incumbent and department head.
• Handle multi-entity and multi-location accounting
• Other duties as assigned by the department head

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
• Experience in the restaurant or hospitality industry is required
• Must be able to handle fast-paced, high interaction volume environment 
• Knowledge of R365 or similar systems a plus
• Knowledge of Odoo ERP or similar systems a plus
• CPA license or actively pursuing
• Bi-lingual in Chinese dialect and English is preferred, but not required

In Office Requirement:

• This position is required to work in the office full-time at our Hayward office and requires periodical travels to the corporate office in Washington
• This position will directly report to leadership based in Washington

Be our partners and enjoy these with us:

• Medical insurance, vision insurance, and dental insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO*)
• Paid Sick Leave
• Holiday Pay (9 paid holiday days)
• 401k retirement plan based on full-time work status
• Employee Discount Programs
• Opportunities for growth and career advancement

Pay Range: $165,000 - $195,000