Job Description
Job Description
Salary : $90,000- $110,000
About Bask & Lather Co.
Bask & Lather Co. is a fast-growing, family-founded haircare brand dedicated to restoring crowns and confidence. What began as a kitchen remedy has evolved into one of the most celebrated textured-hair care brands in the U.S., loved for our authentic story, transformative results, and community-first approach.
Its an exciting time to join our team as we grow and build a culture rooted in creativity, collaboration, and care. Together, were shaping the next chapter of a brand powered by community and led by purpose to, help people everywhere love their hair, love their journey, and love themselves.
Role Overview
We are hiring a Finance Manager to lead and manage all day-to-day financial operations for Bask & Lather, with a heavy focus on cost control, invoice scrutiny, vendor management, and proactive margin optimization. While we work with an external accounting firm for bookkeeping, taxes, and reconciliations, this role will be deeply embedded internally, managing real-time financial workflows, enforcing internal controls, and partnering cross-functionally to ensure smart, profitable decision-making.
Core Responsibilities
Day-to-Day Financial Management
- Own and manage daily invoice review and approval, flagging errors, out-of-scope charges, or cost anomalies
- Oversee accounts payable and receivable, ensuring vendors are paid on time and aged invoices are tracked
- Coordinate weekly check runs, flagging any unusual trends or non-standard requests
Vendor & Expense Oversight
Review and reconcile invoices across manufacturing, 3PL, marketing, software, and freelancersTrack department-level spend (marketing, ops, R&D) and enforce budget adherencePerform detailed line-item reviews of spend categories, looking for waste, duplications, or overspendWork closely with vendors to clarify charges, correct errors, and renegotiate terms if neededProfitability & Margin Analysis
Monitor gross margins by channel on an ongoing basisTrack COGS fluctuations : ingredients, packaging, logistics, fulfillmentEvaluate promo performance (bundles, sales, campaigns) and model net profit impactIdentify margin improvement opportunities and present actionable insightsForecasting & Financial Modeling
Develop and maintain rolling 36 month forecasts, updated monthlyCreate scenario-based models for planned initiatives : PO scaling, hiring, retail expansion, etc.Align forecast assumptions with ops / inventory cycles and sales trendsKPI Reporting & Strategic Finance
Prepare and maintain monthly financial dashboards and summariesTrack KPIs : gross margin, LTV : CAC, refund rate, burn rate, expense ratios, channel profitabilityPartner with CEO and Head of Growth to connect financial insights with marketing and ops performanceCompliance & Controls
Collaborate with external accountants on reconciliations, journal entries, and tax filingsManage sales tax, use tax, multi-state filings, business license renewals, and vendor 1099sDevelop and enforce internal controls : payment approvals, PO systems, and documentation requirementsAssist with documentation for insurance, audits, or legal reviewsCross-Functional Collaboration
Work with Operations team on inventory spend, inbound POs, reorder timing, and freightPartner with HR for payroll alignment, reimbursements, and benefits spend trackingSupport Product Development with ingredient / packaging cost tracking and pricing guidanceAlign with marketing on budget pacing, CAC tracking, and campaign ROAS profitabilityQualifications
Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (required)58 years of hands-on financial management, preferably in a DTC CPG or ecommerce brandMastery of Excel / Google Sheets; comfort using tools like QuickBooks Online, Gusto, Ramp, etc.Strong attention to detail - must be willing to scrutinize numbers and invoices dailyExperience owning budget planning, expense tracking, and margin forecastingComfortable working in a fast-paced, founder-led startup environmentExcellent communicator, must proactively partner across departments and vendorsBonus if You Have
CPA or MBAExperience with Amazon, Shopify Plus, TikTok Shop analyticsPrior work with NetSuite, Sage, or other mid-market ERP systemsFamiliarity with cost accounting for physical productsWork Arrangement (remote or hybrid) : will be determined based on the candidates location
Compensation : $90,000$110,000
Bask & Lather Co. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.
Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs. If you need assistance during the hiring process, please contact Human Resources at emedina@baskandlatherco.com