Director of Accounting & SEC Reporting

PF Changs China Bistro • Scottsdale, AZ

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

P.F. Chang’s is seeking a strategic and hands-on Director of Accounting & SEC Reporting to support our VP, Controller and lead critical financial accounting and reporting functions. This role plays a key part in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial statements, while driving process improvements and supporting a high-performing accounting team. This is a highly visible role that partners across Finance, Investor Relations, and broader business teams, with exposure to executive leadership and key initiatives — including audit support, SEC reporting, SOX-compliant internal controls, and readiness for future growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• CPA designation is required; active or inactive status acceptable
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including public accounting and team leadership
• Strong SEC reporting experience, including 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K filings
• Deep understanding of US GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, and financial reporting standards
• Experience supporting SOX-compliant internal control environments
• Experience leading month-end close in a complex, multi-entity environment
• Strong systems experience; Workday is preferred
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and drive results
• Proven ability to lead teams, influence cross-functional partners, and communicate effectively at all levels

Responsibilities

• Lead the month-end close process, ensuring accurate and timely financial statements, including monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting
• Oversee general ledger activity, account reconciliations, flux analysis, and audit schedules
• Serve as the primary accounting lead across key areas, including general ledger, lease, labor, revenue, and corporate G&A
• Serve as a subject matter expert on US GAAP and SEC reporting requirements
• Partner with external auditors and support quarterly and annual audit requirements
• Collaborate with Investor Relations on reporting deliverables, including 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K filings
• Support the design, implementation, and ongoing improvement of SOX-compliant internal controls
• Drive consistency in accounting processes, policies, and internal controls
• Lead, develop, and mentor a team of Financial Accountants
• Act as the Workday Finance SME, owning system processes, configurations, and enhancements
• Partner on the adoption and implementation of new accounting standards
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, reporting, and operational efficiency

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision and 401(K) starting on the 1st of the month following the hire date.
• 20 days per calendar year for full-time Global Support Center team members, prorated for new hires.
• 12 company-selected holidays plus 2 floating holidays per year.
• Annual bonuses based on Company performance.
• Tuition reimbursement for job related programs.
• Preloaded meal card for use at any corporate-owned P.F. Chang’s location.
• Access exclusive employee discounts.
• Financial assistance through the Lucky Cat Fund during hardships for qualifying team members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director