Controller - Hospitality Restaurant Group
Houston, United StatesCompany
CFS
Location
Houston, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
120K–155K a year
Posted
3 days ago
Via
via Indeed
Job Description
Controller – Hospitality Restaurant Group
Salary
• $120,000 - $155,000 – Depending on Experience
Mandarin Fluency is a stong plus!
Why This Controller Opportunity Stands Out
• Urgent, high-impact Controller role with immediate ownership
• Hypergrowth company with ~30 locations across 4 states
• Lead and develop a Controller team of 6–8 (mostly junior)
• Opportunity to build structure, processes, and best practices
• Clear path for growth into future Controller CFO progression
• High visibility with VP + CEO
Controller Perks & Benefits
• Medical, dental, vision (details being finalized)
• 401(k)
• PTO + holidays
• Employee dining discounts
• Growth opportunities within the Controller / finance leadership track
Controller Key Responsibilities
• Lead and manage a Controller team of 6–8 (mentorship + development)
• Oversee full-cycle, multi-entity, multi-state accounting
• Own Controller-level month-end close + financial reporting
• Drive inventory and cost accounting across locations
• Provide cash flow forecasting and insights to leadership
• Implement and refine Controller SOPs + internal controls
• Partner with operations + executive leadership
• Support audit processes and compliance
• Oversee ERP systems and financial workflows
Controller Qualifications
• Bachelor’s in Accounting or Finance
• REQUIRED: Restaurant / hospitality Controller experience
• Proven experience managing Controller or accounting teams (6+)
• Strong hands-on Controller-level accounting background
• Experience in multi-state / multi-entity environments
• ERP experience (R365, Odoo, or similar) preferred
• CPA or pursuing is a plus
• Mandarin Chinese is a strong plus
#INMAY2026 #LI-EA5
Salary
• $120,000 - $155,000 – Depending on Experience
Mandarin Fluency is a stong plus!
Why This Controller Opportunity Stands Out
• Urgent, high-impact Controller role with immediate ownership
• Hypergrowth company with ~30 locations across 4 states
• Lead and develop a Controller team of 6–8 (mostly junior)
• Opportunity to build structure, processes, and best practices
• Clear path for growth into future Controller CFO progression
• High visibility with VP + CEO
Controller Perks & Benefits
• Medical, dental, vision (details being finalized)
• 401(k)
• PTO + holidays
• Employee dining discounts
• Growth opportunities within the Controller / finance leadership track
Controller Key Responsibilities
• Lead and manage a Controller team of 6–8 (mentorship + development)
• Oversee full-cycle, multi-entity, multi-state accounting
• Own Controller-level month-end close + financial reporting
• Drive inventory and cost accounting across locations
• Provide cash flow forecasting and insights to leadership
• Implement and refine Controller SOPs + internal controls
• Partner with operations + executive leadership
• Support audit processes and compliance
• Oversee ERP systems and financial workflows
Controller Qualifications
• Bachelor’s in Accounting or Finance
• REQUIRED: Restaurant / hospitality Controller experience
• Proven experience managing Controller or accounting teams (6+)
• Strong hands-on Controller-level accounting background
• Experience in multi-state / multi-entity environments
• ERP experience (R365, Odoo, or similar) preferred
• CPA or pursuing is a plus
• Mandarin Chinese is a strong plus
#INMAY2026 #LI-EA5
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