Job Description

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for a Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) Startup company will oversee the financial operations, strategic financial planning, and performance management of the company. As a key member of the executive leadership team, the CFO will provide financial leadership, guide decision-making processes, and drive the overall financial strategy to ensure sustainable growth. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the CPG sector and Direct to Consumer sector, we value experience with financial modeling, cost reduction and management, supply chain aspects, balance sheet and cash management, investor relationships and secondarily fundraising.

Must have CFO experience AND CPG and Direct to Consumer experience.

DYP ER is an environmentally conscious baby care brand that cares for your baby and their planet. The company is proudly B Corp Certified in which the highest standards of independently verified performance, accountability, environmental stewardship, and transparency are met . DYP ER’s products, including diapers, training pants, wipes and additional baby care items, are designed to prioritize plant-based ingredients and are made without harmful chemicals. The brand core channels ar e DYPE R website, and Amazon.com. Learn more a t DYP ER.com. We are located in Scottsdale, AZ and this is a Hybrid position. This position requires at office presence at least 15 days per month.

Key Responsibilities :

1. Financial Strategy & Leader

• Develop Financial Plans : Establish the medium-term financial strategy and provide direction for budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance management.
• Strategic Business Partner : Collaborate closely with the CEO and executive team to drive financial initiatives that align with the company's strategic objectives, including market expansion, new product development, and M&A activity. Closely work with the PE firm which owns the majority of the company equity.
• Financial Modeling & Analysis : Maintain a robust financial model that incorporates volume-based production, pricing fluctuations, and COGS to ensure profitability.
• Capital Structure & Investment : Lead the company’s efforts to optimize capital structure, managing both debt and equity to support growth and expansion.
• Balance sheet and cash management : Lead the company’s efforts to optimize cash management.
• Financial Statements : Partner with the VP of Finance & Accounting and oversee the preparation and presentation of accurate and timely financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
• Regulatory Compliance : Ensure compliance with all financial regulations, tax requirements, and industry standards. Collaborate with auditors, ensuring successful completion of internal and external audits.
• Board Presentations : Prepare and present financial performance and strategic insights to the board of directors and shareholders, ensuring clear communication of financial outcomes and risks.

3. Cost Management & Margin Optimization

• Cost Control : Partner with the Supply Chain Officer to implement cost-control measures across the business, focusing on managing input costs, labor, and production expenses to improve profit margins.
• Supply Chain Efficiency : Work closely with the supply chain teams to optimize the sourcing, production, and distribution processes to reduce costs and improve efficiencies.

4. Cash Flow Management & Capital Allocation

• Working Capital : Manage working capital effectively, ensuring optimal cash flow to support day-to-day operations, inventory management, and production. Evaluate and prioritize expenditures, and manage AP and AR for an healthy balance sheet.
• Debt Management : Oversee debt management, ensuring the company meets all financial obligations and optimizes borrowing costs.

5. Financial Operations & Systems

• Process Improvement : Partner with the VP of Finance & Accounting to streamline financial processes, systems, and controls to enhance reporting accuracy and decision-making capabilities.
• Risk Management : Implement robust risk management frameworks to identify and mitigate financial risks, including credit risk, market fluctuations, and currency volatility.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Arizona based position - Hybrid but with strong presence in Scottsdale
• Must have been in a role of CFO
• Startup experience a must
• Must have experience in the DTC and Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) industry is preferred
• Experience in Board management and investor management
• Strong finance-based analytical skills and modeling skills
• Experience managing cost reduction, COG and managing international sourcing
• Hands-on experience with capital raising (equity and debt financing) and investor relations
• Strong finance-based analytical skills
• 15+ years' of finance experience a must
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field (required)
• CPA or MBA preferred

DYPER is EOE.

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