Finance Manager

Company Overview:

Alabaster Co is a leading brand specializing in beautifully designed Bibles and books for the Christian market. We pride ourselves on our hard-working, fast-paced, and innovative culture. Our tight-knit team is dedicated to excellence and driven by a passion for creating meaningful and impactful products.

Job Overview:

We're seeking a Financial Manager to be the backbone of our financial operations and a strategic partner in our expansion. In this role, you'll shape financial strategy, optimize operations, and help steer Alabaster toward sustainable growth. If you're a proactive leader with strong analytical skills, a knack for problem-solving, and the potential to build and mentor a finance team, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Leadership: Oversee all accounting, bookkeeping, and financial reporting, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and transparency.
• Strategic Planning: Develop financial models, forecasts, and budgets to guide business decisions and long-term growth.
• Cash Flow & Risk Management: Monitor cash flow, debt, and investments while implementing strong internal controls.
• Inventory & Demand Planning: Work closely with operations to optimize inventory levels and resource allocation based on sales trends.
• Compliance & Audits: Ensure adherence to state/federal regulations, manage tax filings, and coordinate external audits.
• Team Development: Lead and mentor the finance team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Executive Collaboration: Partner with leadership to align financial strategy with company goals, providing insights for new initiatives.

Requirements

Qualifications

• 5+ years of finance/accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a managerial role (startup or e-commerce experience a plus).
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, tax compliance, GAAP, and inventory management.
• Proficient in Netsuite, Excel, and financial modeling; familiarity with e-commerce platforms (Shopify, etc.) is ideal.
• A strategic thinker who can translate numbers into actionable business insights.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Passionate about Alabaster's mission and values; comfortable working in a faith-based setting.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in inventory management, cost analysis, and pricing strategy within e-commerce.
• Familiarity with digital marketing ROI analysis and customer acquisition cost optimization.
• CPA, CFA, or MBA is highly desirable.

Benefits

What We Offer:

• The expected salary range for this position is $94,000 to $118,000 per year, depending on experience.
• Exceptional health coverage (medical, dental, vision) with 99% of premiums covered by us, starting from your first month.
• A 401(k) plan with a 3% salary contribution from us, enroll after six months.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Enjoy various stipends for work and wellness, and a generous 85% discount on company products.
• A collaborative, mission-driven, and growth-oriented work environment.
• Opportunity to directly impact the financial strategy of a rapidly growing e-commerce company.

Qualification

Bachelor's Degree