Controller, Salon Freedom (a Sola Salon Franchise)

Location: US (Remote)

Reports To: Chief Financial Officer

Contract Partner: This role is a W-2 position directly with Salon Freedom. SuperTalent, Salon Freedom's talent partner, manages the recruiting process on their behalf.

Note: You must follow all application and interview steps to be considered for this position.

About Salon Freedom

Salon Freedom is one of the largest and fastest-growing franchise operators within the Sola Salons network, with 59 locations across the United States and a strong pipeline of future growth. Backed by private equity investors, Salon Freedom is focused on scaling a best-in-class platform that empowers independent beauty professionals to build and grow their businesses.

As the organization continues to expand through both organic growth and acquisitions, Salon Freedom is investing in the people, systems, and financial infrastructure necessary to support its next phase of growth. The company combines the entrepreneurial spirit of a high-growth business with the resources, discipline, and long-term vision of an institutional investment partner.

This is an opportunity to join a dynamic leadership team and play a meaningful role in helping shape the future of a rapidly scaling multi-location business.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a high-caliber Controller to serve as the operational and technical leader of

the accounting function and a strategic partner to the CFO. This role is designed for a

disciplined thinker who can build, strengthen, and scale financial infrastructure in a

multi-entity, growth-oriented environment.

This is not a maintenance role. It is a performance role.

The Controller will fully own accounting operations, lead and control the annual audit

process, elevate internal controls, optimize systems, and play a meaningful role in

acquisition diligence and post-transaction integration. The ideal candidate combines strong

technical depth with practical judgment, process rigor, and the confidence to challenge

assumptions when necessary.

The Controller is accountable for:

1. Financial Integrity – Accurate, timely, GAAP-compliant reporting

2. Audit Ownership – Full accountability from planning through issuance

3. Infrastructure Strengthening – Scalable systems and disciplined processes

4. Acquisition Support – Financial diligence and integration leadership

5. Team Performance – Clear expectations, accountability, and development

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Reporting:

• Lead the preparation and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements

• in accordance with GAAP

• Produce comprehensive financial reports for executive review, including income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, and variance analyses

• Own the ASC 842 lease accounting process, including review and entries using Leasecake and preparation of related disclosure workpapers for the annual audit

• Manage the review and accounting of fixed assets, ensuring accurate capitalization, depreciation, and reporting

• Continuously refine and enhance the month-end close process to improve efficiency and accuracy

• Strengthen and standardize balance sheet and income statement reconciliations, ensuring completeness and integrity

• Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors, coordinating audit requests and supporting the successful and timely completion of the annual financial audit

• Provide ad hoc financial reports and analysis to support strategic initiatives and executive decision-making

Acquisitions & Due Diligence Leadership

• Lead accounting diligence support and data room preparation

• Assess risk, working capital exposure, and integration considerations

• Identify accounting policy gaps or system limitations during diligence

• Assist with post-close accounting integration and process alignment

Budgeting and Forecasting

• Partner with leadership to develop annual budgets and rolling forecasts, establishing financial targets, key assumptions, and strategic priorities

• Monitor and analyze budget-to-actual performance, providing clear explanations for significant variances and trends

• Identify and recommend cost-saving opportunities and process improvements to enhance financial efficiency and support organizational objectives

• Lead the cash flow forecasting and monitoring process to ensure optimal liquidity management and financial planning

Internal Controls and Compliance

• Develop, implement, and maintain robust internal control procedures to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with all regulatory and financial reporting requirements

• Regularly evaluate and enhance accounting policies, processes, and procedures to drive operational efficiency and align with industry best practices

• Monitor changes in accounting standards, tax laws, and regulatory guidelines, ensuring timely adoption and ongoing compliance across all financial functions

Team Leadership and Development

• Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting team members, providing ongoing guidance, feedback, and support to encourage professional growth and high performance

• Lead regular team meetings to align on priorities, address challenges, and foster open communication

• Coordinate and manage team workflow, ensuring timely, accurate execution of all accounting functions and deliverables

• Cultivate a collaborative and accountable work culture that encourages innovation, continuous improvement, and shared success

• Oversee core accounting functions, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, business compliance, and general accounting operations

Additional responsibilities

• Management and oversight of business license compliance, business privilege taxes, property taxes, and sales & use tax reporting

• Assist with payroll-related requests, including managing payroll tax accounts and ensuring compliance with payroll regulations

• Collections efforts - including managing the relationship and flow of information to/from the collection agencies

• This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; duties and responsibilities may evolve or change based on business needs and organizational priorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA certification preferred.

• Proven experience (5+ years) in accounting or financial management roles, with increasing levels of responsibility

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and regulations (GAAP).

• Proficiency in financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting

• Experience with financial reporting and preparation of financial statements

• Demonstrated success leading or managing accounting teams in a remote environment

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with stakeholders at all levels

• Strong leadership abilities, with a track record of successfully managing teams and driving results

• Advanced proficiency in accounting software, GoogleSuite and Microsoft Excel

• Attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities.

• Commitment to integrity, ethics, and professionalism in all financial activities

• Critical thinking skills

Why You’ll Thrive Here

• High-impact role with visibility and strategic influence

• Opportunity to partner directly with the CFO and executive leadership

• Dynamic, collaborative culture with room for innovation and leadership