Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Description:

Starbird Chicken (Starbird) is a California-based quick service restaurant chain specializing in high-quality chicken dishes. Driven by our outstanding unit-level economics, we have partnered with exceptional private equity investors to grow our base of company-owned stores, and we have launched our franchise program to further accelerate growth.

The ideal CFO candidate is willing to be hands-on with a smaller venture backed company's embarking on rapid growth.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute the company's financial strategy to support our aggressive growth plans
• Ensure company has the needed accounting and finance team and processes in place
• Oversee all financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, financial planning and analysis, treasury, and tax.
• Manage company contracts, construction expense and investment tracking, lease negotiations and administration
• Provide strategic financial input to senior management and the board of directors
• Lead capital raising efforts and manage relationships with investors and financial institutions

• Develop financial models and projections for franchise expansion
• Oversee due diligence processes for new franchisees
• Create and implement financial systems to support franchisee operations and reporting
• Analyze potential markets for company-owned expansion opportunities
• Develop and maintain new store prototype models to aid in the selection and approval of potential new sites
• Lead company budgeting and forecasting process

• Optimize cash flow management across corporate and franchised locations
• Implement cost control measures and improve operational efficiency
• Manage risk and insurance programs
• Oversee internal controls and compliance with financial regulations

• Develop comprehensive financial reporting systems for management and franchisees
• Provide data-driven insights to guide business decisions and strategy
• Oversee the preparation of financial statements, business activity reports, and forecasts
• Oversee company financial statement audit and tax filings

Requirements:

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA a plus
• CPA certification highly desirable
• 10+ years of progressive financial management experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role
• Experience in the restaurant industry, preferably in quick service or fast casual concepts
• Strong understanding of franchising models and multi-unit operations
• Proven track record of scaling financial operations in high-growth environments
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong leadership, team building, and communication abilities

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