Chief Financial Officer

California Pizza Kitchen • Full-time • Costa Mesa, California, United States • $325k - $375k / year • 3m ago

At California Pizza Kitchen, we bring the biggest and best parts of ourselves to work and to our communities, and are guided by our ROCKS philosophy (Respect, Opportunity, Communication, Kindness, and Service). We are committed to moving people forward and encourage everyone to apply their passion at CPK. So go ahead…be bold, be epic, be YOU!

SUMMARY OF POSITION

We are seeking a highly strategic and analytically adept Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our executive team. In this pivotal role, you will collaborate with each functional area to drive innovation, identify optimal solutions, and develop strategies that ensure successful initiatives. The ideal candidate will be resourceful, capable of navigating complex challenges, and adept at articulating and defending their strategic viewpoints. If you are ready to make a significant impact within a collaborative and dynamic environment, we invite you to apply.

WHO IS CALIFORNIA PIZZA KITCHEN

We are passionate individuals committed to inspiring others by bringing California creativity to every meal! Founded in 1985, former federal prosecutors Rick Rosenfield and Larry Flax combined their fervor for food and fresh ingredients to create innovative, hearth-baked pizzas such as The Original BBQ Chicken, California Club and Thai Chicken that are created in a lively open kitchen. The concept gave California a place in the pizza revolution alongside Chicago and New York. CPK has since become the place for taste makers, rule breakers and earth shakers who conquer challenges by daring to work on the edge and thinking creatively.

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUITES

Works with senior executives to establish financial and strategic goals for the organization, including financing and investment strategies.
Analyzing and providing strategic financial input on decision-making issues affecting the organization and developing strategies to help steer the company toward its goals.
Overseeing financial processes including cash management, budgeting, financial statement preparation, audit, tax, accounting, and long-range forecasting.
Review the company’s financial position and ensure periodic reports on the organization's financial stability, liquidity, and growth.
Analytical and strategic guidance for marketing, franchise, CPG, and new product / platform initiatives (development, testing, optimization, implementation) to drive both growth and ROI.
Establish and implement short and long-range goals, objectives, policies, and operating procedures.
Oversee debt and equity financing as well as covenant compliance.
Participate in planning for future Capital expenditures and financing.
Represent the company in exploring new financing or other relationships.
Develop performance measures that support the company’s strategic direction (i.e., AvT, labor, etc.).
Oversight of the pricing strategy development and implementation.
Ensure compliance with local, state, federal budgetary, legal, and regulatory reporting, and requirements.
Establish and maintain appropriate internal control safeguards and record keeping systems.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND WORK EXPERIENCE

5+ years of experience as a CFO or in similar roles.
Bachelor’s in accounting or finance required, Master’s (preferred).
CPA or Certified Management Accountant a plus.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Thorough knowledge of project financing and accounting required.
Experience with investment banking, project investment and structured finance.
General office software, particularly the Microsoft Office Suite and use of databases.
Ability to foster and cultivate business opportunities and partnerships.
Create and assess financial statements and budget documents.
Supervise staff, including regular progress reviews and plans for improvement.
Communicate effectively in both written and verbal form.
Ability to work in a dynamic environment with a high degree of flexibility.

THE PERKS

Tremendously passionate, one-of-a-kind company culture.
Opportunities for growth and development. We love promoting from within!
Unique electronic learning platform appropriately titled “The Proof” to engage continuous development.
All the pizza you can eat!
An environment where you can express your unique talents and skills.
Employee driven assistance program called the Kindness Fund which lends a helping hand to our team members encountering life challenges.
Industry competitive compensation package including bonus potential.
Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision and more.

NOTE: This job description is not a contract of employment. The job duties and requirements may be changed at any time, with or without notice, at the discretion of the employer to ensure the continued success of the business.

The current salary pay range for this role is: $325,000-$375,000.

Various benefits are available for this position, including 401K, health, dental, vision, and disability insurance through CPK’s designated providers. CPK regularly reviews its benefits offerings and may change benefits and providers from time to time.

California Pizza Kitchen is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, or any other legally protected classification. Everyone has a seat at our table.