At Call Your Mother we believe that great food is made even better with amazing service and having fun together. CYM is a neighborhood bagel shop and deli with locations in the DC area and Denver, CO. We're looking for new team members with positive attitudes and an eagerness to learn who are as excited about good food & GOOD VIBES.
We are hiring a VP of Finance & Accounting!
The VP of Finance & Accounting will be a key executive responsible for the overall financial management and accounting functions of CYM. This role will lead the accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting functions of the organization, providing strategic leadership, guidance, and hands-on work to ensure the company's fiscal health and long-term growth. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in financial management, strong leadership skills, and a proven ability to drive financial strategy in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. The VP will oversee a growing accounting team and ensure that financial operations are aligned with our company goals and core values as we continue to grow.
As a CYM leader, you'll make an impact by:
Mentoring and developing your team
Creating extraordinary moments for guests
Contributing to our business with your ideas and feedback
Supporting and lifting up our communities and neighborhoods
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Your core responsibilities will be:
Oversee all aspects of financial accounting, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll functions.
Lead the development and execution of financial strategies that support business objectives and growth initiatives.
Collaborate with Executive Leadership to create long-term financial plans, including the preparation of multi-year capital expenditure budgets
Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in compliance with GAAP and other relevant regulations.
Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing processes.
Create and lead the annual budgeting process, working closely with department heads to develop accurate and achievable financial plans.
Monitor actual performance against budgets, providing variance analysis and adjusting forecasts as necessary.
Partner with senior management to develop, track, communicate and improve impactful key performance indicators as it relates to our day to day business
Ensure the company maintains strong internal controls and complies with tax, audit, and regulatory requirements.
Continuously evaluate and improve financial processes, systems, and tools to increase efficiency, accuracy, and effectiveness across the organization.
Ensure effective cash flow management, capital allocation, and risk management practices to support the company's growth and stability.
Conduct ad-hoc financial analyses to support strategic decisions and provide insights to senior management.
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance and accounting team.
Collaborate cross-functionally with other departments, including operations, marketing, and human resources, to support business initiatives and financial decision-making.
You'll be a great addition to the CYM team if you have:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or MBA preferred.
Minimum of 10 years of finance and accounting experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role, preferably in the quick service restaurant or retail industry.
Strong knowledge of GAAP and experience managing financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
Demonstrated success in leading and developing high-performing finance and accounting teams.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software, with the ability to work with large sets of data.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and influence business decisions.
High level of integrity, with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
Proactive and self-motivated, with a continuous improvement mindset.
You'll love working at CYM because:
Competitive base salary of $150k plus bonus opportunity
We have a friendly, fun, and positive work environment, with a welcoming and supportive team, and opportunities to grow
A benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, and 401k, paid vacation, and paid parental leave
Other staff benefits include, free Call Your Mother staff meals, English/Spanish classes, team-building activities, and more
We provide equal opportunities to everyone who works for us and every applicant. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to sex or gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We enthusiastically celebrate the diversity of our team and believe that talent, passion, and experience are the only relevant criteria for considering new team members