Why Join Supreme Fitness Group (SFG)?
Supreme Fitness Group (“Supreme” or the “Company”) is one of the largest private equity-backed, multi-unit developers and operators of Planet Fitness-branded fitness centers in the U.S. The Company operates 97 units in 4 markets (NY, CA, HI, and MA) and is headquartered in Yonkers, NY with a secondary corporate office in Los Angeles. The corporate offices currently have ~50 employees and offer a hybrid work environment.
Supreme is a high growth company with significant expansion plans and a focus on operational excellence and value creation for its stakeholders. We are seeking a Senior Staff Accountant to assist the accounting function, ensure financial integrity, and provide company-wide support during this exciting growth phase.
Senior Staff Accountant:
The Senior Staff Accountant plays a key role in the financial operations of a high-growth Planet Fitness operating company. Responsible for core accounting functions, monthly close activities, financial reporting, and operational analysis, the Senior Staff Accountant ensures accuracy, compliance, and efficiency within a dynamic environment. This role supports a multi-unit franchise business with several revenue streams, membership-based recurring billing, significant transactional volume, and a large unit and lease portfolio.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and proactive, with strong experience in GAAP accounting, multi-entity operations, and financial systems. They will collaborate closely with the Finance and Accounting Manager, Controller, F&A, Operations, HR, and external auditors.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
General Accounting & Close Activities
Perform and own key components of the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close across multiple entities.
Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, and financial statements.
Maintain and reconcile balance sheet and income statement accounts with a focus on accuracy and completeness.
Ensure timely consolidation and reporting of financial results across all operating locations in accordance with GAAP and internal accounting policies
Revenue & Membership Accounting
Validate revenue recognition from Planet Fitness membership systems (e.g., ABC Fitness Solutions or similar platforms).
Reconcile membership billing, collections, and EFT revenue activity.
Monitor and resolve discrepancies in deferred revenue, chargebacks, cancellations, and refunds.
Financial Reporting & Analysis
Prepare internal financial reports, variance analyses, and KPI summaries for senior management.
Support budgeting and forecasting processes with data and analytical insights.
Assist in preparation of lender, investor, and franchise-required financial reporting packages.
Accounts Payable, Payroll, and Fixed Assets
Review AP coding for accuracy and adherence to chart of accounts.
Support payroll journal entries and related reconciliations in coordination with HR.
Maintain fixed asset schedules, depreciation entries, and capital expenditure tracking.
Compliance & Controls
Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal policies, franchise requirements, and audit standards.
Maintain and improve internal controls, documentation, and accounting procedures.
Assist in annual financial audits and coordinate with external auditors (i.e., Deloitte).
Systems, Process Improvement & Cross-Functional Support
Utilize and optimize accounting / enterprise systems (e.g., Microsoft Great Plains / Dynamics, ABC Financial / FitnessBI, Adaptive Insights, Paycom).
Improve workflow efficiency and automation within a high-volume, multi-location environment.
Collaborate with Operations to support new club openings, club performance reviews, and financial process training.
Qualifications / Experiences:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
3–6+ years of relevant accounting experience; franchise, retail / consumer, multi-unit, membership or subscription-based, or fitness industry experience.
Strong knowledge of US GAAP.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Great Plains (or similar enterprise grade accounting system) and Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, Power Query).
Experience with multi-entity accounting and high-volume transactional environments.
Demonstrated experience with monthly close and financial reporting.
Ability to work autonomously, manage multiple deadlines, and maintain strong attention to detail.
Preferred Qualifications
CPA or CPA candidacy.
Experience with ABC Fitness membership management or similar billing platforms.
Experience with real estate leases and NNN billing / statements
Experience with or understanding of ASC842, ASC805, and ASC606
Familiarity with BI or reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Adaptive Insights).
Key Competencies
Analytical Thinking: Able to interpret financial data, identify trends, and solve problems.
Accuracy & Detail Orientation: High level of precision in reconciliations and reporting.
Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to collaborate cross-functionally.
Initiative: Self-starter who identifies areas for improvement and drives change.
Integrity & Discretion: Ability to handle confidential information responsibly.
Adaptability: Comfortable in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
Annual performance-based bonus opportunity.
Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and disability benefits.
401(k) with company match.
Paid time off, holidays, and additional wellness benefits.
Complimentary Planet Fitness membership.
Flexible work from home options available.
Employees at a franchise location are employed by the Franchisee and are not employees of PFHQ (the Franchisor). PFHQ neither dictates nor controls labor or employment matters for franchisees or their employees, and does not retain any reserved authority to control the terms and conditions of employment for franchisees or their employees. Each franchisee is responsible for ensuring compliance with local, state and federal law.