Earth Lab Holdings, the parent company of Earth Lab Botanicals, Wise Woman Herbals, and Superior Labs Supplements, is seeking a dynamic Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our growing team. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring a proactive, detail-oriented, and solution-focused professional to manage the financial operations of our multi-brand organization. The company employs over 30 people, and current revenue is in the $7M range, with significant and strategic growth planned in the coming years.
Position Summary: Reporting to the CEO, the Chief Financial Officer is a critical leader for the Company's financial operations, including financial strategy, analysis, and planning, as well as the hands-on oversight of all activities of the finance division.
Responsibilities:
Financial Leadership & Reporting
Provide expert guidance on accounting systems, financial reporting and analysis in accordance with GAAP, while overseeing manufacturing and retail accounting, tax implications, regulatory compliance, and all accounting-related functions for the company.
Fully own, prepare and present consolidated financial statements and reports to the CEO and Board of Directors monthly.
Provide professional insights into financial performance, optimizing profit margins, highlighting key trends and opportunities for improvement.
Develop an Annual Operating Plan (AOP) Budget and conduct insightful forecasting of future scenarios, analyzing the optimal direction for the company over a 3-5-year horizon.
Team Management
Engaging management of an Accounting Team, including a Staff Accountant (handling AP, payroll, and HR), and a Cost Accountant (managing AR and inventory costing)
Oversee the company's Information Technology, which includes a Systems Administrator.
Foster a collaborative and supportive team culture, ensuring KPIs, deadlines and accuracy are consistently met.
Operational Oversight
Conduct monthly reconciliations, including COGS and inventory valuation, ensuring compliance with accounting standards.
Supervise payroll processing and ensure accuracy in administrative HR functions.
Manage vendor relationships and ensure timely and accurate payments to suppliers.
Provide leadership regarding ERP/CRM implementation and ongoing use, and leveraging functionality that is value added to the company's operations.
Third-Party Vendor Management
Serve as the primary contact for financial service providers, including insurance companies, banks, and external CPA firms.
Negotiate and oversee contracts with finance and IT-related vendors to ensure favorable terms for the company.
Strategic Problem Solving
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and implement financial process improvements.
Develop strategic capital frameworks and evaluate potential investment opportunities.
Support company growth through strategic planning, budgeting, and forecasting.
Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required; CPA or MBA preferred.
Experience: Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in accounting/finance roles, with at least 2 years in a senior leadership role with supervisory responsibilities.
Experience working in manufacturing or CPG industries highly preferred.
Strong hands-on skills in financial reporting, reconciliations, and team management.
Demonstrated experience with corporate financial strategy, planning and forecasting.
Proficiency in ERP accounting systems and advanced Excel skills.
Experience working closely with or oversight of company-wide IT functions preferred.
Pay range and compensation package - This is a full-time, exempt position. The annual base salary is $170,000-190,000, plus a performance-based bonus. A competitive benefits package, 401K and PTO is included.
Location - The CFO works onsite in Creswell, OR (near Eugene) from our Earth Lab Botanicals manufacturing facility a minimum of three days per week (hybrid or fully on-site).
Application and Nomination - Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. To apply for this position, please apply via LinkedIn or email a position-specific cover letter and resume to Julie Love at julie.love@earthlabholdings.com. Nominations may be emailed to the same email address. Applicants needing reasonable accommodation to participate in the applications process should also contact Julie Love.
This company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, veteran status, or age.