Controller

Controller

JCK Restaurants

About JCK Restaurants

JCK Restaurants is a growing multi-brand restaurant organization focused on operational excellence, strong leadership, and building high-performing teams. We are seeking an experienced and strategic Controller to oversee the day-to-day accounting function across multiple entities and brands while ensuring financial accuracy, accountability, and operational support.

Position Summary The Controller is responsible for leading the accounting department and ensuring the integrity of financial reporting, internal controls, reconciliations, and month-end close processes across all JCK Restaurants entities. This leadership role will drive accountability, process improvement, audit readiness, and cross-functional collaboration while supporting the organization’s continued growth.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, builds strong teams, and maintains high standards for accuracy, organization, and execution.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management

Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team across multiple functions

Establish clear expectations, accountability, and performance standards

Build and maintain efficient workflows and scalable accounting processes

Ensure the department is appropriately staffed and trained to support business needs

Foster a collaborative and professional team environment

Financial Operations & Month-End Close

Own and manage the month-end close process and accounting calendar

Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial statements and supporting schedules

Oversee reconciliations, accruals, fixed assets, intercompany transactions, and cash management

Maintain integrity of the general ledger and balance sheet accounts

Partner with Operations, Payroll, Finance, and other departments to ensure accurate reporting

Internal Controls & Compliance

Maintain strong internal controls, approvals, and documentation standards

Ensure accounting practices comply with GAAP and company policies

Support audit preparation and coordinate external audit requests

Identify process gaps and implement improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy

Ensure consistency across accounting procedures for all brands and entities

Reporting & Process Improvement

Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis processes

Assist with bonus and incentive reporting accuracy

Develop and maintain accounting procedures and documentation

Drive process standardization and operational efficiencies

Utilize accounting systems and reporting tools to improve visibility and decision-making

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred

5+ years of progressive accounting leadership experience

Experience managing accounting operations in a multi-unit or multi-entity environment preferred

Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, reconciliations, and internal controls

Proven ability to lead teams, manage deadlines, and improve processes

Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities

High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems

Restaurant, retail, hospitality, or high-volume transactional industry experience preferred

What We Offer

Competitive salary

Leadership growth opportunities

Collaborative and team-oriented culture

Opportunity to make a direct impact across a growing organization

Comprehensive benefits package

Join Our Team

If you are a driven accounting leader who values accountability, operational excellence, and team development, we encourage you to apply and grow with JCK Restaurants.