Accounting Director - E-Commerce | (Remote)

Overview

Full-time, long-term contractor role (Remote)

The organization is seeking a Director of Accounting to lead financial strategy and operations for a high-growth consumer business in the cosmetics sector. Reporting directly to the CEO/COO, you will oversee accounting and financial management, including planning, forecasting, budgeting, financial reporting, tax and regulatory compliance, and risk management.

Responsibilities

Financial Strategy and Planning

• Develop and implement the company’s financial strategy aligned with overall business objectives.
• Lead financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting processes.
• Provide strategic recommendations to the CEO and senior management based on financial analysis and projections.

Accounting and Financial Operations

• Manage day-to-day accounting and financial operations, overseeing the accounting and finance department.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, including monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Monitor cash flow, financial performance, and liquidity.
• Implement financial policies, procedures, and internal controls to safeguard company assets.

Debt Financing and Investor/Lender Relations

• Evaluate debt financing options, including assessing lenders and credit facilities.
• Manage relationships with lenders and financial institutions.
• Prepare and deliver regular financial reporting to lenders and investors.
• Support analysis of new debt and equity financing opportunities (fundraising strategy is led by the founder/CEO).

Tax and Regulatory Compliance

• Own multi-state sales tax compliance across all 50 U.S. states, including timely filings and payments to avoid penalties.
• Oversee corporate compliance at the federal and state levels.
• Manage the annual tax filing process in partnership with the company’s outside CPA.
• Ensure compliance with applicable financial regulations and laws.

Risk Management

• Identify and mitigate financial risks and opportunities.

Strategic Leadership

• Serve as a key member of the executive leadership team, providing insights and recommendations on business strategy and operations.
• Collaborate with other department heads to drive company-wide initiatives and goals.
• Participate in strategic decisions regarding expansion, partnerships, and mergers/acquisitions.

Team Development

• Recruit, mentor, and develop a high-performing accounting and finance department.
• Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement within the department.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a senior accounting or financial leadership role (e.g., Director of Accounting, VP of Accounting, Controller, or CFO), ideally at a smaller company generating approximately $10M–$50M in annual revenue.
• Deep experience in e-commerce for a consumer goods / CPG business, with strong understanding of omni-channel operations across D2C, Amazon, and wholesale sales channels.
• Strong to advanced understanding of accounting for a consumer goods business, including inventory accounting principles.
• Strong financial acumen and analytical skills; ability to translate financial concepts into strategic insights.
• Experience in financial planning and analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Experience preparing financial reporting for lenders and investors, and supporting debt/equity financing processes.
• Strong knowledge of multi-state sales tax compliance and corporate compliance requirements (federal and state).
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field; MBA or CPA preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation: $3,000 - $4,000/month
• Access to a $200K+ perk marketplace with discounts on 150+ global services.
• Option to withdraw up to 50% of approved earnings before payday.

Location

• Remote