VP of Restaurant Finance | Minneapolis, MN

Vice President of Finance

About Us

We are a rapidly growing fast casual restaurant company focused on delivering exceptional guest experiences through innovative food, operational excellence, and a passion for hospitality. As we scale, we are seeking a strategic and hands-on Vice President of Finance to lead and evolve our financial strategy, systems, and cross-functional planning processes.

Position Summary

The VP of Finance will serve as a key member of the executive leadership team and be responsible for financial planning and analysis (FP&A), budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and cross-functional collaboration with Operations, HR, and Marketing. This individual will play a pivotal role in scaling the financial infrastructure to support rapid growth and will drive performance insights using systems like Restaurant365.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Finance Leadership
• Lead the development of annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and long-term financial planning aligned with company objectives.
• Partner with the CEO and executive team to drive financial strategy and sustainable growth.
• Create and Establish financial processes that improve efficiency and accountability across the organization.
• Restaurant365 Expertise
• Oversee implementation, optimization, and utilization of Restaurant365 for accounting, operations reporting, and data-driven insights.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting using the platform for Corporate and Store Level Operations.
• FP&A
• Build and execute the financial planning function, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.
• Build and manage a robust FP&A function to provide actionable insights across revenue streams, cost structures, and unit-level profitability.
• Analyze sales trends, labor metrics, food and beverage costs, and marketing ROI to support decision-making.
• Budgeting & Forecasting
• Lead company-wide budgeting process in coordination with department leaders.
• Develop forecasting models to support rapid growth, including new store openings, capital planning, and cash flow projections.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Act as the financial liaison across departments including Operations, Marketing, HR, and Development.
• Collaborate with Ops leadership to establish KPIs and monitor performance at the store and regional level.
• Collaborate with leadership, Operations, and department heads to provide insights that drive decision-making.
• Financial Reporting & Compliance
• Oversee preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and tax regulations, working closely with external auditors and tax professionals.
• Deliver live financial reporting and analysis, identifying opportunities for revenue growth and cost control.
• Provide clear, data-driven insights to executive team, leadership, and ownership.
• Develop KPI dashboards to track store level performance and improve margins.
• Team Leadership
• Hands On and make an immediate impact, from high-level strategy to day-to-day financial execution.
• Build, mentor, and manage a growing finance and accounting team.
• Instill a culture of financial discipline and accountability throughout the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (MBA or CPA preferred).
• 5+ years of progressive finance leadership experience, preferably in a multi-unit restaurant or hospitality environment.
• Hands-on experience with Restaurant365 is required.
• Strong background in FP&A, budgeting, and cross-functional financial operations.
• Demonstrated success in scaling financial processes in a growth-oriented environment.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence across all levels of the organization.
• Passion for food, hospitality, and supporting teams in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary + performance-based bonus
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays