Director of Finance/Controller Job at Robert Half (New York)

Director of Finance/Controller

Robert Half

Location:
United States , New York

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Description:

We are looking for an experienced finance leader to guide accounting operations and provide meaningful financial direction for a restaurant-focused business in New York, New York. This position is ideal for someone with a strong background in food and beverage environments who can translate financial data into practical recommendations that support performance and profitability. The Director of Finance/Controller will play a central role in strengthening reporting, improving processes, and supporting sound business decisions across daily operations.

Job Responsibility:

Lead the full accounting function for restaurant operations, ensuring accurate and timely handling of daily financial activity
Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, and vendor-related financial coordination to maintain organized and efficient operations
Monitor cash position, complete bank reconciliations, and support effective cash flow management across the business
Produce regular financial statements and management reports that highlight performance, trends, and key business metrics
Conduct weekly cost reviews focused on labor, food, and beverage results, then present clear analysis with practical recommendations
Drive the budgeting and forecasting process to support planning, expense control, and financial visibility
Establish and refine accounting procedures and workflow standards to improve consistency, accuracy, and efficiency
Oversee the use of financial systems, including QuickBooks for general ledger activity and Toast for operational reporting needs.

Requirements:

Proven experience leading accounting or finance functions within a restaurant group or hospitality organization
Strong understanding of food and beverage financial drivers, including cost control and operational performance analysis
Hands-on knowledge of financial reporting, bookkeeping, and month-end accounting processes
Experience managing budgeting, forecasting, and annual financial reporting activities
Ability to analyze labor, food, and beverage costs and turn findings into actionable business guidance
Familiarity with accounts payable, accounts receivable, vendor management, cash flow oversight, and reconciliations
Proficiency with QuickBooks and comfort working with restaurant-related operating systems and reporting tools.

What we offer:

Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

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Job Posted:
May 15, 2026

Work Type:

On-site work

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