Job Posting: Chief Financial Officer (CFO) / Controller (Hybrid Leadership Role)
Company: Versa Desk
Versa Desk is the premier standing desk product line featuring four best-in-class products. We are a direct-to-consumer brand with in-house manufacturing, dedicated to transforming how people work through ergonomic, well-designed solutions. We’re seeking a data-driven, hands-on financial leader to scale the organization to the next level.
About the Role
Title: Chief Financial Officer (CFO) / Controller (Hybrid role)
Location: Los Angeles / Remote or Hybrid options available
Type: Full-time
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
Compensation: Competitive base salary + bonuses
Employment Style: Hands-on leadership with a strategic lens
What You’ll Do
- Lead all financial planning and analysis, including forecasting, budgeting, cash flow management, and financial modeling to drive scalable growth.
- Own the accounting function with hands-on involvement in month-end close, GAAP compliance, internal controls, and financial reporting.
- Oversee treasury, cash management, and working capital optimization for a direct-to-consumer brand with in-house manufacturing.
- Drive profitability analysis across product lines (four core products), pricing strategies, and cost optimization initiatives.
- Partner with Manufacturing, Operations, Marketing, and Sales to align financial strategy with business goals.
- Develop and present board-level dashboards and executive-level financial insights.
- Lead tax planning, compliance, audits, and risk management.
- Build and mentor a high-performing finance team; hire, develop, and coach finance talent.
- Implement scalable FP&A processes, ERP/fintech integration, and financial systems enhancements.
- Ensure strong internal controls and governance to support rapid growth and compliance requirements.
What We’re Looking For
- Experience: 10+ years in senior financial leadership roles (CFO, VP Finance, or equivalent), preferably in consumer-facing direct-to-consumer brands with in-house manufacturing.
- Hands-on Leadership: Comfortable performing both strategic planning and day-to-day accounting tasks.
- Industry Experience:Preferably in furniture, consumer products, or ergonomics; experience with D2C channels (e-commerce), 3PL/fulfillment, and manufacturing.
- Technical Proficiency:
- GAAP accounting, financial reporting, and internal controls
- FP&A, budgeting, and variance analysis
- Cash flow forecasting and treasury management
- ERP/financial systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle) and analytics tooling
- Strategic & Analytical Thinker: Ability to translate data into actionable business decisions; strong business acumen with a track record of scaling organizations
- Leadership & Communication:** Excellent collaboration across cross-functional teams; capable of presenting complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA/CFA strongly preferred; MBA a plus
Responsibilities: At a Glance
- Financial Planning & Analysis
- Build rolling financial models and scenario planning
- Create quarterly/annual forecasts aligned with growth targets
- Monitor KPIs for revenue, gross margin, CAC, LTV, RPU, inventory turns
- Accounting & Controls
- Manage month-end close, consolidation, and financial reporting
- Ensure GAAP compliance and robust internal controls
- Oversee tax compliance, audits, and risk management
- Treasury & Cash Management
- Optimize working capital, payment terms, and vendor financing
- Manage banking relationships and financing strategies
- Product & Operating Finance
- Product line profitability, cost-to-serve, and pricing optimization
- Inventory planning, BOM costing, and manufacturing variances
- Capex planning and ROI analysis for capacity expansion
- Team & Systems
- Build, mentor, and lead the finance org
- Select and implement financial systems and integrations
- Establish scalable processes for a growing D2C and manufacturing footprint
Benefits & Perks
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonus
- Equity/stock options
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Flexible work arrangements
- 401(k) with company match
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
- Employee product discounts
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining:
- Your relevant experience in CFO/Controller roles
- How you’ve scaled a direct-to-consumer/manufacturing business
- Your approach to balancing hands-on accounting with strategic leadership
- Email: [email protected] or apply via our careers page: https://www.versadesk.com/careers
Equal Opportunity Statement
Versa Desk is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
If you’re a seasoned, hands-on financial leader ready to scale the next phase of Versa Desk’s growth, we’d love to hear from you.