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Head of FP&A & Field FinanceDin Tai Fung North America • Arcadia, CA, United States
Head of FP&A & Field Finance

Head of FP&A & Field Finance

Din Tai Fung North America • Arcadia, CA, United States
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Din Tai Fung North America provided pay range

This range is provided by Din Tai Fung North America. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$250,000.00 / yr - $275,000.00 / yr

DIN TAI FUNG RESTAURANTS

Job Title : Head of FP&A & Field Finance

The base salary or hourly wage range for this role will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to prior experience, relevant expertise, current business needs, and market factors. Range is not inclusive of potential bonus or benefits. Your recruiter can share more information about the salary range and other factors during the hiring process.

About Us

Din Tai F"ung, a globally acclaimed culinary icon renowned for the art of Xiao Long Bao, is on a mission to create first-class dining experiences through its unwavering commitment to excellence in food, service and ambiance. Originally founded as a cooking oil retail business in Taiwan in 1958 by Bing‑Yi Yang and his wife, Pen‑Mei Lai, Din Tai Fung was reborn into a humble dumpling and noodle shop in 1972. Today, the Michelin‑recognized restaurant brand continues to be family‑owned and passed down through generations, with more than 170 locations in 13 countries worldwide.

Since its founding, Din Tai Fung has become synonymous with quality and consistency and known for its warm hospitality and delicacies with authentic flavors. Entering the North America market in 2000, the restaurant brand opened its first U.S. location in Arcadia, California and has 16 locations to-date, offering an upscale yet inviting cultural dining experience. With each restaurant, each interaction, and each bite, DTF aims to bring people together to inspire appreciation of culture.

Benefits and Perks

  • Employer Contribution for individuals and eligible dependents' medical insurance
  • Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Commuter Spending Accounts
  • 401(k) Plan with company match
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Discounts through BenefitHub
  • Employee Meal Discounts
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) to support work-life balance (accrued based on length of service)
  • Paid Sick Leave (PSL) to care for your health or loved ones
  • Quarterly Wellness Days - extra time off to recharge every season
  • Bonus Eligible
  • Opportunities for growth; we love promoting within

About the Role

The role is a strategic and hands‑on finance leader to build and lead our Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) and Field Finance functions. Reporting directly to the CFO, this role will drive financial planning, forecasting, and performance management across the business while building deep partnerships with restaurant operations and cross‑functional leaders. The ideal candidate brings a combination of analytical rigor, operational intuition, and the ability to scale finance processes and talent in a high‑growth, hospitality‑focused environment. The leader is also responsible for improving restaurant margins and partnering closely with the Controller to ensure accurate and timely reporting to make key business decisions.

Responsibilities

  • Own the company‑wide financial planning process, including annual budgeting, long‑range planning, and monthly forecasting
  • Lead financial modeling, scenario planning, and ad hoc analysis to support strategic decisions (e.g., new unit development, pricing, labor optimization)
  • Prepare executive‑level financial materials, board decks, and performance insights in partnership with the CFO
  • Partner cross‑functionally with Ops, Supply Chain, and IT to support initiatives with financial analysis and guidance. Develop financial KPIs and dashboards
  • Drive unit‑level P&L ownership by translating financial insights into actionable guidance at the store level
  • Support labor planning, food cost optimization, and productivity initiatives through deep field collaboration
  • Champion financial literacy across the organization through tools, training, and simplified reporting
  • Implement scalable planning tools and systems that support a growing, multi‑location business
  • Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field
  • 8–12 years of progressive experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or strategy
  • Proven experience partnering with field operators and driving unit‑level performance
  • Exceptional financial modeling, storytelling, and communication skills
  • Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence senior executives and field leaders
  • Ability to partner cross‑functionally with operations, Control, and technology teams
  • Highly proficient in Excel and BI tools; planning systems a plus
  • Preferred Requirements

  • MBA or CPA certification
  • Experience in restaurant, multi‑unit retail, or food manufacturing
  • Essential Functions

  • Must be able to work at a computer for extended periods and participate in meetings with various stakeholders.
  • Special Requirements

  • Occasional travel may be required.
  • NOTE : This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying the position. Employees will be required to perform any other job‑related duties assigned by their supervisor.

    Din Tai Fung is an E‑Verify and Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Fair Chance Initiative.

    Din Tai Fung is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer – M / F / D / V. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

    Applicants must be 18 years or older.

    Seniority level

    Executive

    Employment type

    Full‑time

    Job function

    Accounting / Auditing and Finance

    Industries

    Restaurants

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