Senior Director of Finance and Accounting
About The Role
We are in search of a skilled and results-oriented Senior Director of Finance and Accounting to steer our finance and accounting functions. This remote position, based in Salt Lake City, UT, presents a unique opportunity to significantly influence our expanding organization.
Key Responsibilities
- Formulate and execute strategic financial plans that align with our organizational objectives, emphasizing sustainable growth, market development, and optimal product/channel alignment.
- Lead the annual budgeting process and long-term financial forecasting, while continuously assessing performance and pinpointing areas for enhancement.
- Oversee the preparation of financial statements, reports, and analyses, ensuring adherence to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Identify and assess financial risks and opportunities, implementing strategies to safeguard assets and leverage market potential.
- Collaborate with various teams on strategic initiatives and investment evaluations to propel business growth.
- Act as the primary contact for our parent company on all ad hoc reporting, valuation, audit, and tax requests.
- Manage and mentor the finance and accounting team, promoting professional development and cross-departmental collaboration.
- Direct the financial audit process to ensure compliance with legal, state, regulatory, and company policies.
- Partner with external entities to guarantee timely and accurate state, federal, and international income tax filings, along with state and local sales tax/VAT filings.
- Support sales operations, planning, and forecasting, as well as inventory and supply/demand planning processes as necessary.
- Provide financial analysis to aid pricing decisions, strategic/scenario planning, and other business requirements.
- Establish and nurture strong relationships with the parent company, ensuring effective communication regarding all financial matters.
- Engage in strategic discussions with executives, offering insights on long-range economic and financial trends and their implications for future growth, sales, and market share.
- Exemplify the company culture and values while effectively communicating with all organizational levels.
- Incorporate social and environmental considerations into everyday decision-making, encouraging team members to do the same.
- Advocate for company and employee initiatives reinforcing our commitment to social and environmental responsibilities.
About You
- You are a proactive problem solver who excels in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
- You possess a collaborative spirit with a mindset that no task is too small.
- You are driven by a mission and are passionate about contributing to an organization that prioritizes people and the planet.
Required Skills
- A minimum of 10 years of experience in finance or accounting, with at least 5 years in a leadership capacity.
- Expertise in financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, long-term business planning, and advanced Excel proficiency.
- Experience with Prophix and NetSuite (ERP) is essential.
- Industry experience in baby gear, soft goods, and hard goods is advantageous.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen or have authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
Company Culture and Values
We foster a collaborative atmosphere and embrace a mission-driven ethos. Our commitment to placing people and the planet at the forefront underscores our culture, which emphasizes professional growth, teamwork, and social and environmental accountability.
Career Growth Opportunities
In this leadership role, you will have the opportunity to mentor and develop your team, championing their professional advancement and facilitating cross-functional collaboration. Your position will allow you to actively contribute to strategic discussions, providing a clear pathway for career progression in a vibrant and entrepreneurial setting.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit. We prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, sex, gender identity, marital or veteran status, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information or characteristics, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.
If you are motivated to make a meaningful difference and eager to be a part of our mission, we encourage you to apply and join our growing family!
Employment Type: Full-Time
