Director, Finance
About the role
Company Description
For over 40 years, Toptable Group has been a leader in creating refined yet welcoming dining experiences, driven by the passion of our award-winning chefs and hospitality professionals. With a portfolio of renowned restaurants located in Whistler, Vancouver, Victoria, and New York City, each venue offers distinctive ambiance, exceptional cuisine, and world-class service. Our commitment to using premium regional ingredients and showcasing extraordinary culinary talent defines our success. At Toptable, we believe the heart of every restaurant lies in its kitchen, delivering unforgettable dining moments for our guests.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
(other duties may be assigned as required)
- Provide leadership to the accounting department and liaise with restaurant office managers
- Oversee and manage the preparation of the monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements for each restaurant and consolidated financial statements for completion and accuracy.
- Review and assist in preparation of monthly working papers and GL reconciliations
- Prepare working papers for annual audit and coordinate any audit inquiries
- Manage finance systems and make recommendations in conjunction with Senior Accountant
- Participate in monthly restaurant review with restaurant teams and VP Finance
- Prepare financial reports and analysis as needed
- Prepare month end financial reporting package
- Prepare quarterly bank reporting and compliance
- Prepare tax working papers and liaise with tax department
- Recommend and prepare business analytics and reporting
- Support the finance team and VP Finance
- Various ad hoc and special projects
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:
- CPA accounting designation with at least 3 years of full-cycle accounting experience post designation
- Hospitality, specifically food and beverage experience is preferred
- Proven experience managing, leading and motivating finance and accounting staff
- Ability to handle conflicting deadlines and priorities
- Excellent knowledge of Excel, with proficient knowledge of word
- Understanding of restaurant Point of Sale (POS) systems an asset
- Excellent interpersonal and communications skills (written and verbal)
- Self starter who is motivated to learn and grow
- Attention to detail and meticulous with accuracy
This position will remain open until filled.
About Toptable Group
For over four decades, Toptable Group has defined elegant yet approachable dining experiences through the passion and commitment of our award-winning chefs, renowned restaurant and wine directors and our dedicated team members. We proudly operate Araxi Restaurant + Oyster Bar, The Cellar by Araxi, Il Caminetto and Bar Oso all located in Whistler, Marilena Cafe & Raw Bar in Victoria, Blue Water Café, CinCin Ristorante, Elisa, Thierry, Luigi & Sons in Vancouver as well as Oceans and Carlotto in New York City.
Through our exceptional cuisine and striking décor, each of our venues offer a unique dining experience. Since our inception, we have believed that the souls of our restaurants can be found in their kitchens. The finest regional ingredients, crafted by extraordinary culinary talent and delivered with an unparalleled level of hospitality is what continues to set Toptable apart.
Director, Finance
About the role
Company Description
For over 40 years, Toptable Group has been a leader in creating refined yet welcoming dining experiences, driven by the passion of our award-winning chefs and hospitality professionals. With a portfolio of renowned restaurants located in Whistler, Vancouver, Victoria, and New York City, each venue offers distinctive ambiance, exceptional cuisine, and world-class service. Our commitment to using premium regional ingredients and showcasing extraordinary culinary talent defines our success. At Toptable, we believe the heart of every restaurant lies in its kitchen, delivering unforgettable dining moments for our guests.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
(other duties may be assigned as required)
- Provide leadership to the accounting department and liaise with restaurant office managers
- Oversee and manage the preparation of the monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements for each restaurant and consolidated financial statements for completion and accuracy.
- Review and assist in preparation of monthly working papers and GL reconciliations
- Prepare working papers for annual audit and coordinate any audit inquiries
- Manage finance systems and make recommendations in conjunction with Senior Accountant
- Participate in monthly restaurant review with restaurant teams and VP Finance
- Prepare financial reports and analysis as needed
- Prepare month end financial reporting package
- Prepare quarterly bank reporting and compliance
- Prepare tax working papers and liaise with tax department
- Recommend and prepare business analytics and reporting
- Support the finance team and VP Finance
- Various ad hoc and special projects
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:
- CPA accounting designation with at least 3 years of full-cycle accounting experience post designation
- Hospitality, specifically food and beverage experience is preferred
- Proven experience managing, leading and motivating finance and accounting staff
- Ability to handle conflicting deadlines and priorities
- Excellent knowledge of Excel, with proficient knowledge of word
- Understanding of restaurant Point of Sale (POS) systems an asset
- Excellent interpersonal and communications skills (written and verbal)
- Self starter who is motivated to learn and grow
- Attention to detail and meticulous with accuracy
This position will remain open until filled.
About Toptable Group
For over four decades, Toptable Group has defined elegant yet approachable dining experiences through the passion and commitment of our award-winning chefs, renowned restaurant and wine directors and our dedicated team members. We proudly operate Araxi Restaurant + Oyster Bar, The Cellar by Araxi, Il Caminetto and Bar Oso all located in Whistler, Marilena Cafe & Raw Bar in Victoria, Blue Water Café, CinCin Ristorante, Elisa, Thierry, Luigi & Sons in Vancouver as well as Oceans and Carlotto in New York City.
Through our exceptional cuisine and striking décor, each of our venues offer a unique dining experience. Since our inception, we have believed that the souls of our restaurants can be found in their kitchens. The finest regional ingredients, crafted by extraordinary culinary talent and delivered with an unparalleled level of hospitality is what continues to set Toptable apart.