Job Position: Finance Manager Work Arrangement: Fully remote, overlapping PST working hours Job Type: Full-time Salary Range: $55k/ year - $75k/year, depending on experience Work Schedule: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM EST Locations: Remote About Pearl Talent Pearl works with the top 1% of candidates from around the world and connects them with the best startups in the US and EU. Our clients have raised over $5B in aggregate and are backed by companies like OpenAI, a16z, and Founders Fund. They’re looking for the sharpest, hungriest candidates who they can consistently promote and work with over many years. Candidates we’ve hired have been flown out to the US and EU to work with their clients, and even promoted to roles that match folks onshore in the US. Why Work with Us? We mean what we say that we’re building a different recruiting company here. We only work with exceptional founders from the US and EU who care about the long-term success of their team members. We also provide you with attainable 3, 6, 9, 12 month, and beyond retention bonuses in addition to community oriented opportunities like an annual retreat. About the Company Our client is an innovative direct-to-consumer (DTC) company that offers carefully curated anti-theft hydration packs and bags for live events. With a mission to provide secure and functional gear for event-goers, they focus on design, innovation, and efficiency in their product line. As a fully remote company, they seek a Finance Manager who thrives in a virtual environment while maintaining strong connections with team members across the organization. Position Overview The Finance Manager will serve as the primary financial point of contact for the company, responsible for managing all financial aspects, including strategic planning, financial analysis, vendor management, and overseeing outsourced bookkeeping services. This role combines hands-on financial management with strategic business partnership to support company growth. Key Responsibilities Financial Management & Strategy - Develop and maintain financial models and forecasts to support business decision-making. - Manage cash flow planning and monitoring. - Create and analyze inventory forecasts, incorporating financial implications. - Provide ecommerce-specific financial analysis and metrics tracking. Analysis & Reporting - Develop and maintain regular financial reporting cadences. - Conduct ad hoc financial analysis to support business decisions. - Create and monitor KPIs for financial and operational performance. - Analyze variance in operational costs, including logistics and production. Operations & Process Management - Oversee accounts payable processes and purchase order management. - Track and analyze the cost of goods, including Bill of Materials (BOM) analysis. Must-Haves: - Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field. - 3-5+ years of experience in financial management. - Experience in ecommerce finance and metrics. - Strong analytical and financial modeling skills. - Proficiency in Excel and financial software. Nice-to-Haves: - MBA or CPA certification. - Experience in DTC, ecommerce, or event-based retail. Why Join Us? - Growth Opportunities: Thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment. - Work-Life Balance: Remote work arrangement with a structured schedule. - Professional Development: Gain exposure to cutting-edge tools and global career growth opportunities. - Competitive Compensation: Be rewarded for your expertise and contributions. Tools & Communication Channels - Financial Tools: QuickBooks, spreadsheets, Stripe - Communication Tools: Slack, Microsoft Teams, Email - Project Management Tools: Asana, Trello