About the Company - AZ Candidates Only
DYPER 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. DYPER’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 is available on the DYPER website and on Walmart.com, Amazon.com, and Target.com. Learn more at DYPER.com
Financial Manager - Must have Consumer Product Experience!
We are seeking a Consumer Product/DTC experienced, detail-oriented, and hands on Finance Manager who will develop and manage the Company’s financial planning, including budgeting, scenario analysis, margin improvement, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have a background in CPG finance, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to excel in the fast-paced environment of a startup. This role will collaborate heavily with key Operating Executives and the Controller.
Key Responsibilities:
• Budgeting: Develops the company’s annual budget, working closely with department heads to ensure realistic and achievable financial plans.
• Forecasting: Leads the financial forecasting process, updating forecasts throughout the year based on actual performance and market conditions.
• Financial Analysis: Provides detailed financial analysis and performance reports to inform strategic decisions (e.g., product profitability, cost analysis, break-even points).
• Variance Analysis: Compares budgeted results to actual results and explains key variances to management, identifying areas for improvement.
• Scenario Planning: Partner with Controller to conduct scenario analysis to assess the financial impact of business decisions (e.g., new investments, M&A, expansion).
Collaboration Between the DYPER Controller & Financial Manager is key! DYPER has an experienced Controller in place. The Controller and Financial Manager need to work closely to ensure that day-to-day financial operations align with long-term financial strategies.
While their focus areas differ, collaboration is key in the following areas:
• Financial Reporting: The Controller ensures accurate historical financial data, while the Financial Manager uses this data for forecasting and analysis.
• Budget vs. Actuals: The Controller is responsible for ensuring the books reflect accurate actuals, and the Financial Manager analyzes how actual performance aligns with budget projections.
• Cash Flow Forecasting: Projects future cash flow needs and works closely with the Controller to ensure adequate liquidity.
Experience Seeking in the Ideal Candidate:
• A passion for DYPER’s mission.
• 10+ years applicable work experience as a finance leader in a high growth environment.
• Previous start-up experience is highly preferred.
• Must have experience in at least one of the following: Consumer Products, Product mix optimization initiatives, margin improvement initiatives, and/or DTC brands.
• A willingness and skillset to be hands-on and initially be an individual contributor before building a team over time.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, including outstanding Excel and PowerPoint skills to convey data and storylines.
• Expert MS Excel skills – successful candidates should be comfortable with extensive financial modeling and working with large amounts of data.
• Experience with ERP solutions (i.e. NetSuite).
• Solid understanding of GAAP in businesses with significant working capital components.
• Demonstrated ability to drive large-scale planning processes partnered with the strategic planning process that involve cross company stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with detail orientation a must.
• The desire to improve processes to make your own job easier over time.
• Familiarity with business intelligence tools for data extraction and analysis.
We’ve got great benefits!
• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plant (401k)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick time, and Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity/Paternity)
• Unlimited PTO; AZ Sick Time Off
Why You Should Join Our Team
Joining the DYPER team as a Finance Manager is an opportunity to work for a mission-driven company dedicated to making a real difference. Here, you won't just be writing code; you'll contribute to products that positively impact parents, babies, and the planet.
Our work environment is dynamic, collaborative, and supportive, allowing you to grow both personally and professionally. You'll work with a talented team that values innovation, sustainability, and continuous improvement. You'll be able to work on cutting-edge projects that challenge and inspire you. Plus, you'll enjoy great benefits, from comprehensive healthcare to family leave and charitable donation matches, all while working for a company that truly values its employees and their contributions. Join us and be a part of something meaningful, positively impacting one diaper at a time.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.
