Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. goop is a lifestyle platform dedicated to exploration, curation, and groundbreaking conversation. They are seeking a seasoned and strategically minded VP of Finance to oversee the company's financial operations, including accounting, FP&A, and capital management, while serving as a trusted partner to the CEO and Executive Team.
Responsibilities
- Define and drive the company’s long-term financial vision, capital strategy, and enterprise resource allocation in alignment with strategic growth objectives
- Serve as the principal financial voice of the company—representing the organization externally and managing relationships with the Board of Directors, investors, banks, lenders, auditors, and financial advisors
- Own investor relations and all Board, investor, and bank reporting—preparing and delivering quarterly Board packages, investor updates, lender compliance reporting, and ad hoc financial presentations
- Serve as a strategic advisor to the CEO and Executive Team, translating financial data into actionable recommendations that shape business direction, mitigate risk, and optimize performance
- Lead the development and ongoing management of the company’s long-range financial plan, annual operating budget, and quarterly forecasts
- Partner cross-functionally with leaders across sales channels (DTC, marketplace, wholesale, and retail) and verticals to align financial plans with business priorities and growth objectives
- Deliver enterprise-wide financial insights, KPIs, and decision support aligned with commercial, supply chain, and operational strategies
- Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting across all entities in accordance with U.S. GAAP and applicable international standards
- Own the design, implementation, and enforcement of a robust internal controls environment; ensure audit readiness at all times
- Manage all external audit and tax relationships; serve as the primary point of contact for auditors, tax advisors, and financial institutions
- Continuously improve the accuracy, speed, and efficiency of the financial close and consolidation cycle
- Ensure the integrity of all financial data across the company’s ERP and reporting systems; partner with IT and Operations to optimize system functionality and data flows
- Lead treasury strategy, including cash flow forecasting, credit facility oversight, and working capital optimization
- Monitor and manage financial risk across foreign exchange, vendor credit, and operational exposure; develop and enforce policies to mitigate risk
- Manage banking relationships and guide capital deployment, including financial modeling and analysis for M&A, capital raises, and strategic partnerships
- Evaluate and support capital needs for strategic initiatives, including expansion, inventory scaling, and investment partnerships
- Lead the FP&A function, establishing processes for robust forecasting, variance analysis, and management reporting across all channels and cost centers
- Build and deliver quarterly Board-level and executive-level financial reporting packages, investor updates, and bank/lender reports that communicate performance clearly
- Drive the development of KPIs and financial dashboards that give the business real-time visibility into performance against plan
- Identify opportunities to reduce costs, improve margins, and increase return on invested capital across the business
- Provide strategic oversight of all accounting operations through the Controller, including AP/AR, payroll, general ledger, and financial reporting
- Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local financial regulations, including tax filings, payroll obligations, and reporting requirements
- Oversee the management of accounts payable and receivable functions, optimizing payment terms, DSO, and cash collection cycles
- Maintain and enforce company-wide accounting policies, ensuring consistency and compliance across all business functions
- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team across accounting, FP&A, AP/AR, and payroll—fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and professional growth
- Set clear goals and expectations across the finance organization; build scalable structures and processes that support the company’s growth trajectory
- Recruit and develop top finance talent; build organizational capacity in line with business needs
- Champion a culture of financial discipline and data-driven decision-making throughout the organization
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required; MBA and/or CPA strongly preferred
- 15+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience, including significant leadership experience overseeing multi-functional finance teams
- Proven track record as a senior finance leader in a startup or high-growth company, ideally in a consumer, retail, e-commerce, or multi-channel brand environment; experience across beauty, fashion, or wellness a strong plus
- Deep expertise across financial reporting, GAAP compliance, internal controls, and audit management
- Strong command of FP&A disciplines, including long-range planning, budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting
- Hands-on experience with ERP systems; NetSuite expertise strongly preferred
- Demonstrated ability to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insight for executive and non-finance audiences
- Experience preparing and delivering Board of Directors reporting, including quarterly financial packages and presentations to investors and lenders; prior exposure to fundraising, debt financing, or equity processes strongly preferred
- Exceptional leadership and people management skills, with a track record of developing and retaining high-performing teams
- Strategic thinker with the scrappiness, adaptability, and operational rigor to execute in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
- High integrity and sound judgment, with the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism
Benefits
- Generous health benefits package
- Fertility benefits
- Paid parental leave
- 7Goopcation8 paid company summer break
- Generous goop discounts
- Special offers with brand partners
- Access to custom lifestyle resources and events
- A beautiful workspace in Santa Monica
Company Overview
Goop is a lifestyle brand providing digital content and commerce. It was founded in 2008, and is headquartered in Los Angeles, California, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is https://goop.com.