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Dough Zone USA

Fast-casual Chinese dumpling and noodle chain

Controller

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/22/2026
$150k - $185k/yr
Mid
Bachelor's
Bellevue, WA, USA
In PersonRequired to work in the office full-time at the Bellevue headquarters.
AccountingFinancial Accounting

About the job

Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is required.
  • Experience in the restaurant, hospitality, and manufacturing industries is highly preferred.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-interaction-volume environment is required.
  • Knowledge of R365 or similar systems is a plus.
  • Knowledge of ERP or similar systems is a plus.
  • A CPA license or active pursuit of a CPA license is required.
  • Bilingual Chinese and English is preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
  • Oversee full-cycle accounting, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and bank reconciliations.
  • Lead month-end and year-end close processes.
  • Manage financial reporting to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
  • Assist with developing and documenting standard operating procedures.
  • Oversee or support inventory and cost accounting for multiple restaurant locations.
  • Provide cash flow analysis and forecasting support to leadership.
  • Collaborate with leadership and upper management.
  • Work with the external consultant to align financial controls and policies.
  • Oversee accounting and coordinate with cross-functional departments in multi-state settings.
  • Prepare for external audits and assist with interim requests.
  • Conduct internal audits when deemed necessary by the job incumbent and department head.
  • Handle multi-entity and multi-location accounting.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the department head.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience in the restaurant, hospitality, and manufacturing industries is highly preferred.
  • Knowledge of R365 or similar systems is a plus.
  • Knowledge of ERP or similar systems is a plus.
  • Bilingual Chinese and English is preferred but not required.

About the company

Dough Zone USA operates a fast-casual restaurant chain that serves modern Chinese comfort food, focusing on dim-sum inspired dishes and shareable small plates such as dumplings, bao, and noodles. Dishes are ordered from a paper menu and typically arrive within about 15 minutes, with some items made in-house at each location and others produced in a central kitchen to ensure consistency. The chain differentiates itself by its emphasis on a large variety of affordable dumplings and noodles, a Bao Buddies program for dumpling classes and cultural education, and plans to launch retail products like frozen dumplings and sauces. Its goal is to expand its West Coast presence and enter Texas while bringing accessible, shareable Chinese eats to more diners and building community engagement.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Redmond, Washington

Founded

2014

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What believers are saying

  • Campbell opened June 5, 2026, showing sustained West Coast unit growth.
  • Houston now has four stores, validating Texas demand beyond a single flagship.
  • Frozen dumplings and sauces can add retail revenue if the CPG launch lands.

What critics are saying

  • Lacey's August 19, 2026 inspection scored 35 red points, signaling weak food-safety controls.
  • Rapid expansion across four states strains managers, training, and central-kitchen logistics through 2027.
  • Din Tai Fung and local dim sum rivals can copy the menu and squeeze margins.

What makes Dough Zone USA unique

  • Central-kitchen prep plus in-house steamed dumplings keeps quality consistent across 29 locations.
  • Berkeley opened November 19, 2025, proving campus-adjacent demand and founder credibility.
  • Bao Buddies, launched November 2025, deepens school ties and strengthens brand recognition.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Holiday Pay
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Employee Discount Programs