FP&A Manager

Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Planning:

• Lead the annual budgeting process end to end, including the planning calendar, templates, departmental submissions, review cycles, and final consolidation for executive and Board approval

• Own monthly and quarterly rolling forecasts, incorporating input from department leaders and Business Finance counterparts

• Build and maintain financial models anchored in key business drivers covering revenue, operating expenses, headcount, and cash flow

• Develop multiyear plans and scenario analyses to support strategic initiatives, investment decisions, and capital allocation

• Monitor performance against budget and forecast, flagging risks and opportunities early and recommending corrective actions

• Partner with department leaders and People/HR on headcount and operating expense planning

Management & Board Reporting:

• Own the monthly management reporting package, including the P&L, budget versus actual and forecast variance analysis, and key performance indicators

• Prepare Board materials and financial presentations that clearly communicate company performance, outlook, and key decisions

• Deliver concise executive commentary explaining the drivers behind results, trends, and variances

• Ensure consistency between management reporting, Board reporting, and the accounting close

Business Partnership & Actionable Insights:

• Serve as the primary finance partner to department leaders, helping them understand the financial drivers, outputs, and tradeoffs of their business

• Collaborate with Business Finance counterparts to align assumptions, methodologies, and reporting across the organization

• Evaluate departmental spend effectiveness and return on investment, for example:

  • Marketing: campaign and promotion performance, customer acquisition cost, retention, and lifetime value

  • Development: franchise sales pipeline, studio opening pacing, and royalty revenue trends

  • General & Administrative: vendor spend, headcount productivity, and operating leverage

Controllership & Accounting Partnership:

• Partner with Accounting on the monthly close, reviewing results for accuracy and completeness before they are reported

• Reinforce strong controllership through budget ownership, spend approvals, purchasing and invoice workflows, and proper general ledger coding

• Support internal controls, audit requests, and documentation of finance policies and procedures

Analytics, Systems & Reporting Tools:

• Use the company’s financial, accounting, and BI tools to build, refine, and expand JETSET’s financial reports and dashboards

• Collaborate with BI team members to ensure data accuracy and give department leaders direct access to reporting

• Present complex financial information in a clear, accessible format for audiences without a finance background

Leadership & Continuous Improvement:

• Improve the speed, accuracy, and scalability of planning, forecasting, and reporting processes

• Identify opportunities for automation and system enhancements across FP&A workflows

• Mentor and develop financial analysts, fostering a culture of accountability and analytical excellence

To excel as the FP&A Manager at JETSET Pilates Franchising, you will need to embody several key qualities and skills that align with our dynamic and rapidly growing environment:

• Strategic & Analytical Mindset: Ability to connect financial results to operational drivers, with strong attention to detail and accuracy

• Business Partnership: Credibility and influence with department leaders, Business Finance counterparts, and Accounting

• Executive Communication: Ability to build a clear narrative from complex data for executive and Board audiences

• Ownership: Accountability for the planning calendar, reporting deliverables, and forecast accuracy

• Controllership Discipline: Commitment to accurate reporting, sound processes, and strong financial controls

• Adaptability: Thrive in a rapidly changing environment where priorities may shift quickly

• Leadership: Ability to mentor others and raise the bar for analytical quality

• Time Management: Efficiently manage multiple projects, deadlines, and competing priorities

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or related field; MBA or CPA is a plus

• Experience: 6+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or accounting, including at least 2 years in a manager or lead role

• Technical Skills: Advanced Excel and financial modeling, with experience using BI tools (such as Tableau, Power BI, or Looker) and SQL

  • Experience with QuickBooks, Qvinci, Mindbody, or FP&A planning software (such as Adaptive Planning or Planful) is a plus

• Planning & Reporting: Proven track record leading budgeting and forecasting processes and preparing management and Board reporting

• Accounting Knowledge: Solid understanding of GAAP, accrual accounting, and the monthly close process

• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presenting to senior leadership and the Board

• Problem Solving: Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities, with sound business judgment

• Industry Knowledge: Experience in franchise, multiunit retail, or fitness and wellness industries is a plus