Job Description

Position Summary

Cheetah Clean is looking for a Director of Finance to be responsible for overseeing the financial strategy, performance, and fiscal health of the car wash business, including multi-site operations. This role leads financial planning, reporting, cash management, and internal controls while partnering with executive leadership and operations to drive profitability, scalability, and sustainable growth.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Strategy & Leadership

• Develop and execute financial strategies aligned with the company's growth goals and operational model.

• Serve as a strategic advisor to the CEO on financial performance, capital investments, and expansion opportunities.

• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance and accounting team.

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

• Oversee annual budgeting and rolling forecasts for all car wash locations.

• Analyze financial results, including revenue trends, cost of goods sold, labor, utilities, chemicals, and maintenance expenses.

• Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to leadership.

Operations & Site-Level Finance

• Monitor site-level profitability, throughput, membership performance, and average ticket metrics.

• Partner with operations and maintenance teams to improve cost controls and operational efficiency.

• Support new site development, acquisitions, and capital projects through financial modeling and ROI analysis.

Accounting & Internal Controls

• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with GAAP.

• Oversee general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll coordination, and month-end/year-end close processes.

• Establish and maintain internal controls, financial policies, and procedures across all locations.

Compliance, Risk & Audit

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

• Coordinate external audits, tax filings, and regulatory reporting.

• Identify financial risks and implement mitigation strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (MBA, CPA, or CMA preferred).

• 8-12+ years of progressive finance experience, preferably in multi-site, service-based, or subscription-driven businesses.

• Strong understanding of operational finance, capital-intensive environments, and unit economics.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and presentation abilities.

• Ability to translate financial data into actionable operational insights.

• High attention to detail, integrity, and confidentiality.

Work Environment & Expectations

• Office-based

• Close collaboration with executive leadership, operations, and field teams.

• High level of responsibility and decision-making authority.

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