Chief Financial Officer

Job Description

Description:

Chief Financial Officer

Location: Hybrid Role with travel to: NE Ohio or SE Michigan

Our Story: Brewtopia x 7 Brew Coffee

At 7 Brew, it’s more than coffee—it’s about brewing smiles, one cup at a time. Built on kindness, connection, and community, every guest interaction is a chance to brighten someone’s day. Brewtopia, a passionate franchise group, proudly operates the 7 Brew Coffee brand across multiple states. As a fast-growing, multi-unit restaurant and real estate platform, Brewtopia is scaling this nationally recognized coffee concept with bold energy and purpose. Backed by a robust development pipeline and committed internal capital, we’re building a culture-driven, high-performance business that blends speed, discipline, and operational excellence.

CFO Mission & Impact:

To lead and execute the financial strategy that powers rapid development and scalable operations—while maintaining financial rigor and real-time clarity. As Brewtopia’s first CFO, you will shape capital allocation, implement systemized controls across construction and store performance, and build the financial infrastructure of a fast-scaling, multi-unit enterprise.

Key Responsibilities:

· Design and manage capital deployment plans for multi-unit development projects

· Build and maintain multi-year forecasting, development pacing, and ROI models

· Optimize the use of equity and debt across site-specific and platform-wide investments

· Develop scalable accounting, budgeting, and treasury systems

· Lead monthly and quarterly forecasting, unit-level variance analysis, and executive dashboard reporting

· Establish internal controls and data systems to support rapid growth

· Collaborate with real estate and construction teams on site underwriting and financial approval processes

· Oversee construction draw schedules, general contractor payment timelines, and CapEx control systems

· Create models to support lease vs. own decisions and portfolio ROI tracking

· Serve as the CEO’s financial thought partner across strategy, capital planning, and performance management

· Build and lead a lean, high-performing finance team (including analyst, controller, and AP/AR support)

· Support investor and lender reporting, due diligence, and financial storytelling

Requirements:

· Extensive financial leadership experience (7–15 years) within QSR, multi-unit retail, franchise operations, or real estate development environments

· Deep expertise in capital deployment, real estate finance, and managing cash flow in high-growth settings.

· Proven track record of designing and implementing scalable financial systems, reporting frameworks, and infrastructure.

· Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to operate seamlessly between strategic planning and hands-on execution.

· Flexible work style, with hybrid availability and willingness to travel to key markets as needed.

Total Rewards Package:

· Base Salary: $225,000 - $250,000

· Performance Bonus: Up to 40%, tied to capital deployment and financial systems execution

· Equity/Phantom Equity/GP Carry: Depending on experience and strategic fit, eligible candidates may receive these tailored long-term incentives

· Benefits: 401(k) with Company match, health/dental/vision insurance with Company stipend, car/phone allowance, PTO, team travel, wellness perks

Why Join Us?

· Be the founding CFO of a fast-moving, well-capitalized platform with a bold long-term vision

· Collaborate with a high – integrity leadership team that values ownership, clarity, and speed

· Architect the financial engine behind one of the most energizing growth stories in multi-unit QSR today

Ready to bring your best- and help us brew something extraordinary?

If you’re a strategic financial leader ready to shape the future of a high-growth brand, we’d love to hear from you. Please begin by completing a brief Culture Index survey: (5-7 minutes). It’s a key part of our hiring process and helps us understand how you work best.

Disclaimer: This job description outlines the general responsibilities and expectations of the role. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or requirements.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered fairly and without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status. Hiring decisions are made solely on job-related qualifications and business needs.Requirements:

Full-time

Hybrid remote