Vice President (VP) of Finance

The Vice President (VP) of Finance is Sparkle Grooming Corp.’s senior financial leader, responsible for building the financial strategy, systems, and discipline required to scale a high-growth, multi-unit franchise brand.

This role blends strategic leadership with hands-on execution. The VP of Finance partners with executive leadership, franchisees, and external stakeholders to turn growth objectives into clear financial direction, insight, and accountability.

The ideal candidate brings experience navigating complexity, scaling financial operations, and leading through growth. They are a clear thinker, trusted advisor, and builder who thrives in fast-moving environments and grows alongside the business.

The responsibilities below reflect the scope of the role and will evolve as Sparkle continues to scale.

Financial Leadership, Planning & Reporting

• Serve as the senior financial partner to the CEO, COO, and executive team.
• Own financial strategy, budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning.
• Build scalable financial models supporting unit economics, memberships, labor, and margins.
• Deliver executive- and board-ready reporting with clear insight into performance, risk, and opportunity.

Accounting, Controls & Governance

• Oversee accounting operations, month-end close, financial statements, and cash management.
• Oversee accounts payable and receivable, ensuring accurate billing, collections, vendor payments, and scalable processes.
• Establish strong internal controls, policies, and compliance with GAAP, tax, and franchise requirements.
• Manage relationships with auditors, tax advisors, and legal partners.

Franchise Economics, Capital & Growth

• Partner with development and operations to support strong, repeatable unit economics.
• Evaluate pricing, membership models, market expansion, and new initiatives through a disciplined financial lens.
• Support capital planning, financing strategies, and cash flow optimization.
• Contribute to investor and lender communications with clear, credible financial narratives.
• Evaluate strategic opportunities, investments, and partnerships.

Systems, Team & Cross-Functional Leadership

• Implement and optimize financial systems, dashboards, and reporting tools.
• Build and develop a high-performing finance and accounting team.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure financial alignment across the business.
• Act as a steward of Sparkle’s culture, values, and standards of accountability.

Qualifications / Preferred Experience

• 10+ years of progressive finance or accounting experience with senior leadership responsibility.
• Experience in franchising, multi-unit retail, hospitality, or membership-based models preferred.
• Proven ability to scale finance functions in high-growth environments.
• Strong FP&A, financial modeling, and strategic planning capabilities.
• Working knowledge of accounting standards, internal controls, and compliance.
• Experience supporting fundraising, financing, or investor reporting.
• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or CPA preferred.

Compensation + Benefits

• Competitive base salary and performance bonus
• Equity participation aligned with long-term value creation
• Flexible work environment
• Health insurance
• Technology allowances
• PTO and paid holidays

About Sparkle Grooming Corp.

Founded in 2022, Sparkle is redefining pet care through a membership-based, wellness-focused grooming model that blends routine hygiene, small-box retail, and community impact. We exist to improve quality of life for pets, people, and the businesses that care for them.

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