Controller

Benefits: Bonus based on performance Competitive salary Health insurance Paid time off Job Purpose Right hand to the CFO, the Controller owns the accuracy, timeliness and integrity of all accounting operations for a private-equity-backed, multi-club Crunch Fitness platform in a high-growth build-out. This is a hands‑on role, fully immersed in improving the company's accounting systems, processes and people — helping drive the transition from an outsourced accounting model to an in-house function and helping execute the implementation of Sage Intacct as the platform's core financial system. The Controller reconciles franchisor‑controlled billing to the general ledger, supports lender covenant and sponsor reporting, and stands up the scalable processes and controls a growing platform requires. Success in this role means an accounting function that can support both rapid new‑club expansion and eventual transaction diligence. Minimum of 10 years of accounting experience, including prior experience as a Controller CPA preferred Strong knowledge of GAAP Experience with multiple entities and intercompany relationships Experience with Sage Intacct a strong plus Experience supporting an ERP migration Experience in a private-equity a strong plus Franchise or multi-unit consumer-services experience (franchisor-controlled systems, royalty/reporting obligations) Multi-location, multi-state experience Experience in capital-intensive, asset-heavy operations Professional demeanor Attention to detail Hands on, comfortable leading a lean team Scrappy, start-up mentality work ethic Low ego, team player High integrity Financial Close & Reporting Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close. Build an efficient, repeatable monthly close process focused on a timely, predictable cadence that meets sponsor and lender expectations. Reconcile franchisor-controlled membership billing to the general ledger and validate deferred / recurring membership revenue. Prepare accurate, GAAP‑compliant financial statements, ensuring consistency across multiple legal entities, clubs, and business units. Systems Migration & Process Build (Sage Intacct) Drive execution of Sage Intacct migration, including chart-of-accounts design, dimensional reporting, testing, data migration and cutover. Lead the transition from cash-basis to full accrual accounting Stand up scalable, repeatable processes that support rapid new-club onboarding. Lead automation of AP, AR, and reconciliations to reduce manual work and outsourced-firm reliance. Integrate source systems (ABC Fitness billing, Paylocity payroll, Ramp) into the accounting stack as needed Internal Controls & Compliance Design and document internal controls across cash handling, purchasing, and membership revenue recognition. Ensure regulatory compliance (sales/use tax, property tax, and other state/local requirements) across all club locations. Conduct periodic self-audits to proactively identify risks and gaps. Cash Management & Treasury Initiate and control wires for new-club real estate/build costs, capital investments, and tax payments. Optimize working capital, balancing payables, receivables, and capital expenditure needs across an active build pipeline. New-Club Build-Out & Fixed Assets Own fixed-asset accounting and construction-in-progress (CIP) tracking across the new-build pipeline Track and report unit-level capital deployment against budget. Franchisor Reporting & Compliance Year End, Audit & Transaction Readiness Team Leadership & Development Flexible work from home options available. #J-18808-Ljbffr