Revenue and Product Cost Finance Director

Overview:

Position Overview:

The Director will develop and manage processes to monitor pricing strategies, analyze cost drivers, and provide insights to drive financial performance.

We are looking for an individual that enjoys challenging the status quo with intellectual curiosity to understand how things work while driving for continuous improvement. This individual enjoys working with people and connects well at all levels developing solid relationships through communication and collaboration.

Compensation: Competitive salary with bonus potential. Paid weekly.

Responsibilities:

• Revenue Analysis & Optimization:
• Lead the analysis of revenue streams, identifying key drivers and variances against targets.
• Partner with the Sourcing team to support strategic costing and pricing decisions, promotional effectiveness, and margin management.
• Drive revenue modeling, forecasting, budgeting, and long-term planning processes, aligning with company growth objectives.
• Collaborate on new product launches, ensuring financial models capture accurate revenue/cost assumptions.
• Product Cost Management:
• Oversee product costing processes, including analysis of direct and indirect costs, Bill of Materials (BOM).
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize cost structures, ensuring products are produced at the highest margin.
• Perform variance analysis for material, labor, and overhead costs, identifying opportunities for cost savings and operational improvements.
• Partner with Supply Chain, Operations, and Procurement to develop cost reduction initiatives, to optimize vendor relationships, and to improve gross margins.
• Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A):
• Lead the development and execution of financial forecasts, budgets, and strategic plans for revenue and product costing.
• Prepare detailed monthly, quarterly, and annual reports and presentations for senior management, including P&L analysis, variance reports, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Provide actionable insights and recommendations to improve profitability, product performance, and cost-effectiveness.
• Lead efforts in standardizing financial processes across business units related to revenue and product costs.
• Team Leadership & Collaboration:
• Lead and develop a team of finance professionals, providing guidance, coaching, and career development.
• Collaborate with other departments to align financial objectives with company-wide initiatives, ensuring cross-functional buy-in and execution.
• Serve as a key finance partner for the product development lifecycle, ensuring all financial implications are considered from concept to launch.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. MBA or CPA preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in financial analysis, product costing, or revenue management, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of pricing strategies, cost accounting principles, and financial modeling.
• Proven ability to drive profitability through revenue optimization and cost management.
• Experience in a manufacturing, consumer goods, or retail environment is highly preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in financial software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Hyperion, etc.).
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
• Strong problem-solving abilities, with a focus on process improvement and driving results.

Key Competencies:

• Strategic mindset with the ability to see the big picture while managing details.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Exceptional team collaboration and interpersonal skills.
• Results-oriented with a drive to exceed expectations.