Director of Finance

About Pearpop

Pearpop, the leading Creator Marketing Platform, is revolutionizing the way creators and brands collaborate. With a community of over 200,000 creators and counting, Pearpop is dedicated to helping creators earn a living doing what they love, while providing brands with instant and direct access to relevant, authentic, and brand-safe creators across all major social media platforms. In 2022, Pearpop was recognized as "Best Influencer Marketing Platform" by DIGIDAY and named to FAST COMPANY's "Most Innovative Companies" List in Social Media.

Working at Pearpop

We're bringing together a smart and passionate team of creative builders to join us as we are a growth stage, high-performance startup. In addition to competitive salaries, we have all the good stuff – equity, generous health and dental insurance, 401(k), and unlimited PTO. This is an in-person role based in our headquarters in Los Angeles; fully-stocked with snacks, beverages, cold brew, and more.

Key Responsibilities:

• Budgeting and Forecasting: Lead the budgeting process, including the development of annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and long-term financial plans.
• Financial Strategy and Planning: Develop and implement financial strategies to support the company’s growth objectives. Provide financial insights and recommendations to the executive team.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare and present accurate and timely financial statements, reports, and analysis to stakeholders. Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
• Cash Flow Management: Monitor and manage cash flow to ensure financial stability and operational efficiency. Develop strategies to optimize cash flow and manage working capital.
• Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable: Oversee and manage the accounts receivable and accounts payable functions to ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments. Implement strategies to optimize collections and payment cycles.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate financial risks. Implement robust internal controls and ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies.
• Operational Efficiency: Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and systems. Implement best practices and drive operational efficiency across the finance function.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; MBA or CPA preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in finance.
• Proven experience in a startup or high-growth company is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of financial principles, accounting standards, and regulations.
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex financial information clearly.
• Proficiency in financial software and tools, including advanced Excel/Sheets skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities.