Job Details

NEAT Method is seeking a hands-on Director of Finance to lead day-to-day financial management, reporting, and analysis across our growing franchise and product businesses.

This person will bring structure, visibility, and insight to the company's financial performance — building scalable processes, managing external accounting partners, and partnering closely with leadership to support data-driven decision-making.

The ideal candidate has deep financial expertise with a track record of managing company financials through periods of growth, establishing scalable processes, and maintaining disciplined cash and expense management. They are analytical, execution-oriented, and comfortable rolling up their sleeves to create clarity and drive results in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

As a member of the leadership team, the Director of Finance will own NEAT Method's financial foundation — ensuring accurate reporting, sound decision-making, and scalable systems to support the company's next stage of growth. This role reports directly to the Co-Founders (COO & CEO) and serves as a key thought partner across business functions.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

• Lead all financial operations, including accounting oversight, monthly close, and financial reporting.
• Review and analyze P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow statements; identify trends, variances, and actionable insights.
• Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting.
• Oversee and coordinate with external accounting and tax partners to maintain GAAP compliance and accurate records.
• Implement and maintain internal controls and documentation to ensure accuracy and accountability.

Planning, Forecasting & Analysis

• Develop and maintain financial models to forecast revenue, expenses, and cash flow, incorporating business drivers and scenario/sensitivity analyses.
• Lead annual budgeting and rolling forecast processes in collaboration with department leads and the leadership team.
• Develop dashboards and KPI tracking to monitor business performance across both product and franchise segments.
• Provide financial analysis and recommendations to support strategic planning, pricing, promotions, and investment decisions.
• Partner with Merchandising/Product and Planning teams on demand and inventory forecasting, ensuring alignment of buys and sell-through with financial plans.
• Evaluate profitability by channel, business unit, and product category to guide growth strategies and operational focus.

Franchise & Product Business Support

• Develop and maintain models and reporting to track franchise performance, royalty income, and profitability.
• Partner with the Franchise and Product leadership to evaluate new growth opportunities and inform planning decisions.
• Support evaluation of potential adjustments to fee structures, incentives, or pricing frameworks to align with company objectives.

Treasury & Cash Flow Management

• Own cash flow planning, liquidity management, and working capital strategy.
• Lead financing process management, including preparation of diligence materials, investor/lender-ready reporting packages, and direct engagement with banks and advisors.
• Manage banking relationships and ensure compliance with financing agreements or covenants.

Process & Systems Improvement

• Identify and implement systems and tools to improve visibility, efficiency, and accuracy in financial reporting.
• Streamline workflows for expense management, AP/AR, and budgeting.
• Support integration of data between finance, operations, and marketing systems to improve real-time insight.

Cross-Functional Partnership

• Collaborate with Co-Founders and department leaders to translate financial results into actionable business insights and recommendations.
• Provide financial guidance to support resource allocation, hiring, and investment decisions.
• Manage and mentor junior finance staff.
• Serve as the primary internal point of contact for all finance-related questions and reporting

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, or a related field (MBA a plus).
• 7–10+ years of finance or accounting experience, with strong FP&A and operational finance background.
• Experience in retail or e-commerce, ideally within retail or consumer goods industries required; exposure to or experience in franchise-driven businesses a plus.
• Proficient in building and maintaining financial models and dashboards from scratch.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks or similar accounting systems, Excel, and financial reporting tools.
• Highly driven, with exceptional attention to detail; able to manage up with a high degree of autonomy and self-reliance.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a track record of collaborating across teams and reporting to senior leadership.
• Ability to balance strategic priorities with hands-on execution in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Self-starter with a data-driven approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
• Comfortable working cross-functionally in a fast-moving, remote environment.
• Willingness to roll up sleeves and engage in tactical execution where needed.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• 401(K) with company match
• Flexible PTO policy
• Remote work
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, with HSA
• Employee discount on all Neat Method products