Chief Financial Officer

Summary

Join our executive leadership team as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and oversee the company’s financial strategy, franchise economics, capital planning, and operational finance. This critical role optimizes unit-level and corporate profitability, manages franchise financial health, and supports aggressive expansion. You will develop and execute financial strategies, build investor relationships, analyze franchise unit performance, and ensure compliance. Responsibilities include financial forecasting, budgeting, and managing financial reporting. You will also lead initiatives to improve franchise unit margins and optimize corporate and franchisee-level P&Ls. This position requires extensive financial leadership experience, particularly in franchising or related fields.

Requirements

• 15+ years of financial leadership experience, preferably in franchising, multi-unit services, or private equity-backed companies
• Proven success in franchise finance, unit economics, and scaling a franchisor’s financial operations
• Deep understanding of franchise agreements, royalties, and financial models for franchised businesses
• Experience with M&A, capital markets, and fundraising in a high-growth environment
• Strong expertise in GAAP accounting, financial reporting, and compliance
• Proficiency in financial and franchise management software (e.g., NetSuite, Intacct, FranConnect, QuickBooks)
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
• Excellent leadership, communication, and strategic decision-making skills

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the financial strategy to support the company’s growth, franchise expansion, and operational excellence
• Partner with the CEO and leadership team to drive strategic planning, M&A opportunities, and capital structure optimization
• Oversee financial forecasting, budgeting, and scenario modeling to ensure financial stability and profitability
• Build and manage relationships with investors, lenders, and private equity partners to secure funding and support expansion
• Analyze franchise unit financial performance, providing insights to improve franchisee profitability and system-wide growth
• Develop financial models, benchmarking tools, and reporting frameworks to guide franchisees on financial best practices
• Work closely with the Franchise Development and Operations teams to refine royalty structures, franchise fees, and financial incentives
• Lead initiatives to improve franchise unit margins while maintaining brand standards and operational efficiency
• Oversee financial reporting, accounting, and internal controls, ensuring compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements
• Manage cash flow, working capital, and treasury functions to ensure financial health and liquidity
• Implement and improve financial systems and processes, enhancing automation, efficiency, and scalability
• Lead financial due diligence for potential acquisitions, new revenue streams, and strategic partnerships
• Provide financial insights to drive cost efficiencies across corporate operations and franchise locations
• Optimize corporate and franchisee-level P&Ls, identifying opportunities for revenue growth and expense management
• Collaborate with Marketing, Technology, and Operations teams to evaluate ROI on key initiatives, including advertising spend, technology investments, and operational improvements
• Develop and implement KPIs, dashboards, and real-time financial reporting tools for leadership and franchisee use

Preferred Qualifications

MBA or CPA