Director of Finance; Franchisor

Blue Rock Search is partnered with a leading private equity–backed, multi-brand home service franchising organization. This Finance Director will drive financial strategy, support acquisition due diligence, and lead post-transaction integration across all functional areas. The role requires a strong command of financial modeling, operational alignment, and value creation in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment. The ideal candidate will be adept at navigating the complexities of franchising while delivering results aligned with investor expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with the CFO to develop and execute financial models, forecasts, and budgets across brands and business units.
• Direct annual Budget process for all entities across the organization.
• Support monthly reporting process including review of financial performance with brand leaders identifying underlying reasons for variances to plan and facilitating alignment on action items needed to hit quarterly / annual financial targets
• Improve franchisee financial health through benchmarking, tools, and training.
• Oversee cash forecasting and planning, capital allocation, and reporting to internal stakeholders and private equity sponsors.

M&A and Value Creation

• Lead operational and financial due diligence for potential acquisitions of home service brands or territories.
• Prepare detailed financial projections and scenario analyses to support investment decisions.
• Collaborate with legal, finance, and executive teams to evaluate strategic fit, deal structure, and integration readiness.
• Identify operational synergies and cost optimization opportunities to enhance EBITDA and enterprise value.

Post-Acquisition Integration

• Lead cross-functional integration of finance, HR, IT, marketing, operations, and supply chain across newly acquired brands or territories.
• Align systems, processes, and organizational culture to ensure seamless transitions and rapid value capture.
• Develop playbooks and onboarding frameworks to accelerate integration and performance.
• Champion change management and communication strategies to support franchisees and internal teams.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or related field; MBA preferred.
• 10 years of leadership experience in finance and operations, ideally within franchising, home services, or private equity–backed environments.
• Proven success in M&A due diligence, post-merger integration, and operational alignment.
• Strong understanding of franchise systems, unit economics, and service delivery models.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of the Entrepreneurial Operating System.
• Exposure to AI-driven platforms or solutions.

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