Controller - Dallas

We are seeking a hands-on Controller to lead finance and accounting for a growing multi-unit hospitality group operating restaurant concepts in the Dallas area.

This role oversees day-to-day accounting operations while providing financial insight to support operational and strategic decisions. The ideal candidate brings experience from multi-unit upscale casual to fine dining restaurant environments and is comfortable partnering closely with ownership and operations leadership in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial setting.

This is an opportunity for a finance leader who enjoys building structure, improving systems, and helping support the growth of an evolving hospitality platform.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting and financial operations
• Prepare and manage financial statements, reporting, and reconciliations
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
• Establish accounting processes, controls, and reporting standards
• Manage and optimize financial systems, including Restaurant365 (R365)
• Collaborate with operations leadership on labor, food cost, and profitability metrics
• Support vendor relationships, purchasing processes, and cost controls
• Help build scalable accounting infrastructure to support future growth
• Manage and develop accounting support staff as the department grows

What We're Looking For

• Strong accounting foundation with experience managing financial statements and reporting
• Multi-unit restaurant finance experience required
• Background within upscale casual, upscale dining, or fine dining restaurant environments strongly preferred
• Hands-on experience with Restaurant365 (R365) , including implementation, optimization, reporting, or administration
• Ability to translate financial data into clear operational insights for leadership teams
• Comfortable working in a hands-on environment where structure and processes are still evolving
• Collaborative leadership style with strong communication skills
• Ability to work cross-functionally with both ownership and operations leadership

Preferred Background

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 8+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience
• Experience supporting multi-unit restaurant operations
• CPA or advanced finance credentials are a plus

Work Environment

• Hybrid schedule ( four days in office, one remote )
• Office located in the Dallas area
• Local candidates only; relocation is not available

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Performance bonus opportunity
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits
• 401(k)