Specialty Restaurants is hiring: Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Restaurants/Hospi

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With over 15 iconic restaurants and a growing portfolio, Specialty Restaurants Corporation is a privatelyowned company known for excellence in hospitality. Our portfolio includes beloved destinations such as Rusty Pelican, Whiskey Joe's, and Castaway , celebrated for unforgettable dining experiences.

Why join Specialty Restaurants Corporation Executive Team?

As we continue to expand and evolve, we are seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) who will bring strategic vision, financial leadership, and operational insight to shape the next chapter of our growth story. This is a unique opportunity to join a passionate, entrepreneurial leadership team and make a lasting impact on a respected brand.

Topnotch Benefits

• Competitive salary ($290,000$350,000 base) plus bonuses, longterm incentive plan, car allowance and more.
• Vacation, medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Lifestyle Spending Account, company dining package, supplemental benefit plans.
• 401(k) with annual employer match after 12 months.
• Life insurance, paid/floating holidays, education assistance, employee assistance.
• Management referral program with up to $4,000 payout.

Role Summary

The CFO will serve as a key strategic partner to the CEO, Board of Directors and executive leadership, providing vision, stewardship, and datadriven insight to guide sustainable growth across a multiunit restaurant portfolio and realestate development pipeline. The role includes oversight of all financial management areas, capital strategy, risk, compliance and operational excellence.

Job Functions

Strategic & Financial Leadership

• Partner with CEO, Board and senior leadership on longterm financial strategy, capital allocation and growth priorities.
• Lead enterprise financial planning, analysis and reporting.
• Drive M&A activity: due diligence, valuation, transaction structuring and integration.
• Oversee cash management, debt structures and banking relationships.
• Develop financing and capital allocation strategies for new restaurants and realestate projects.
• Manage external audits, shareholder relations, dividend distribution and LTIP programs.

Operational & Analytical Excellence

• Partner with operations to monitor and enhance unit profitability and margin initiatives.
• Deliver financial insights, KPIs and dashboards for datadriven decision making.
• Implement scalable reporting, forecasting and close processes across entities.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting and performance management.

Governance, Risk & Compliance

• Oversee accounting, audit and tax functions, ensuring GAAP and regulatory compliance.
• Strengthen internal controls and financial governance.
• Comanage insurance strategy and broker relationships.
• Support legal and risk teams on lease negotiation, claims and compliance oversight.

People & Culture

• Build, mentor and inspire a highperforming finance, accounting and IT organization.
• Foster culture of transparency, continuous improvement and operational partnership.
• Serve as trusted advisor to CEO, President and Board.

Qualifications

• 15+ years progressive finance leadership, 5+ in senior executive or CFO role.
• Proven experience in multiunit restaurants, hospitality or retail; realestate development preferred.
• Ability to oversee multiple P&Ls, entity structures and growth portfolios.
• Deep understanding of restaurant economics, labor, and KPIs.
• Record in M&A, capital markets or financing initiatives.
• Handson expertise in ERP, datawarehouse and AI solutions.
• Excellent communication and relationship building skills.
• Bachelors in finance or accounting; CPA/MBA preferred.

Leadership Competencies

• Strategic thinker with analytical rigor and commercial acumen.
• Entrepreneurial mindset balancing longterm vision with execution.
• Skilled in crossfunctional collaboration.
• Committed to continuous improvement and scalability.
• Leverages technology for efficiency.

Background Check

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Seniority Level

Executive

Employment Type

Fulltime

Job Function & Industries

Finance and Sales; Hospitality

Salary: $290,000$350,000 per year.

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