FP&A Manager

About JETSET Pilates Franchising
At JETSET Pilates Franchising, we are scaling a premium, analytically driven franchise platform in the boutique fitness space, built around Modern Pilates studios and a rapidly expanding national footprint. Our business model combines brand growth with disciplined financial management, supporting franchise partners through rigorous site economics, unit performance analytics, and systemwide forecasting to drive sustainable expansion. We operate in a rapidly growing, entrepreneurial environment where financial insight directly informs strategic decisions across development pacing, capital allocation, pricing, and margin optimization. The FP&A Manager will play a critical role in turning financial and operational data into actionable insight that guides leadership and the Board, strengthens financial discipline, and underpins our next phase of growth.

Position Overview

The FP&A Manager will lead financial planning and analysis for JETSET Pilates Franchising, owning the annual budget, rolling forecasts, and management and Board reporting on internal company performance. Partnering closely with department leaders, Business Finance counterparts, and Accounting, this role reinforces a strong controllership environment, translates results into actionable insights, and serves as a trusted advisor to the executive team on performance, resource allocation, and strategic priorities.

Key Responsibilities

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

What You Need to Be Successful

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

Requirements

- 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

Travel & Onsite Requirements

This is a hybrid role with majority on-site presence at the HQ office in Miami, FL, for three days per week.

JETSET Pilates is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inviting work environment for all team members.

What We Offer
Competitive compensation package, including performance incentivesSalary range: $120k to $135k
Opportunity to join a dynamic team in a rapidly growing company
A collaborative, supportive work environment where your contributions are valued and recognized
Professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career and a culture that values innovation, ownership, and excellence