Director of Finance

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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Coordinate external audits, tax filings, and regulatory reporting.
• Identify financial risks and implement mitigation strategies.

• 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.

• 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.

• Office-based
• Close collaboration with executive leadership, operations, and field teams.
• High level of responsibility and decision-making authority.