Chief Financial Officer

At Blue Marble, our mission is to create purposeful products that inspire a life of learning in children and empower parents to raise thoughtful, confident kids.
If you envision working for an award-winning company with a mission you can believe in, a playful and energetic culture, a talented team of coworkers, and a bright future, look to Blue Marble! *Position Summary* The *Chief Financial Officer* is a senior finance professional who plays a pivotal role in the company's growth strategy.
As a key strategic advisor to the company executives, the CFO provides insightful financial analyses and actionable recommendations to drive informed business decisions.
The incumbent brings high-growth consumer products business expertise, including overseas manufacturing, global financing, and accounting.
They are experienced in conversions and maximization of assets, including acquisitions, divestitures, restructures, and raising capital.
*Primary Responsibilities* * Collaborate with leadership to develop and execute a comprehensive financial business strategy that optimizes revenue generation while effectively controlling expenses and maximizing company profitability while delivering best-in-class customer service, product quality, and consumer experience.
* Utilize advanced data analysis techniques to identify sales trends, analyze labor and material costs, and develop comprehensive company-wide annual budgets and rolling 3-year business forecasts incorporating high/low/nominal sales revenue models and corresponding expense projections in collaboration with cross-departmental business leads.
* Identify and communicate opportunities to maximize return on investment (ROI), outlining the potential trade-offs of investments across different business segments.
* Lead the Finance group, ensuring alignment with Blue Marble's mission and values and fostering a high-performing team through staff training, performance evaluations, and effective mentorship and coaching to cultivate a culture of continuous learning and professional excellence.
* Oversee the implementation and optimization of financial software systems to streamline accounting processes, enhance financial reporting accuracy, and improve decision-making capabilities.
* Participate in business development efforts, including negotiating contracts and developing new business opportunities to support growth objectives.
* Oversee debt and equity financing activities, strategically manage cash flow, review loan rates to minimize interest expenses, optimize financial resources, and maintain relationships with creditors.
* Manage the coordination and services of independent accountants, ensuring timely resolution of financial reporting issues and compliance with regulatory requirements and audits, federal state, and VAT filings.
* Coordinate all financial reporting activities, including organizational and divisional revenue/expense and balance sheet reports, reports to funding agencies, reporting to board members, and developing and monitoring organizational and contract budgets.
* Produce monthly financial reports, including reconciliations with the 401k plan, balance sheet, profit and loss statement, fixed asset workbook, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash flow projections.
* Ensure compliance with all federal and state tax-related filing requirements.
*Qualifications * * Demonstrated expertise in GAAP and strategic financial planning.
* Experience in entertainment brand licensing, consumer products and intellectual property.
* Proven history of driving financial performance and aligning strategies with overarching business goals.
* Proficiency in complex financial forecasting and strategic financial modeling.
* Experience with oversight or consultancy relationships with operational HRIS and Legal functions.
* Strong leadership acumen with a decisive approach to driving strategic initiatives and leading change.
* Exceptional communication skills and a collaborative demeanor, fostering effective cross-functional teamwork and external partnerships.
* Advanced financial software and tools proficiency, including Business Intelligence (BI) tools, enabling insightful analysis and accurate reporting.
* Comprehensive experience in risk management, including proactive identification and mitigation of financial risks.
* Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize duties and time.
* Comfortable understanding of federal and state income tax regulations and ability to interact with outside advisors to minimize tax costs.
* Demonstrated ability to adapt to dynamic operational demands and deliver precise results.
* Strong ethical standards and commitment to compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
*Required Education & Experience* * A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is required; an MBA and CPA are preferred.
* A minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in finance management, with at least 3 years in a CFO role or similar position, is required.
*Workplace Arrangement* In-person collaboration is a key aspect of Blue Marble's work culture.
This role is designated as a hybrid role, with three days a week expected at corporate headquarters in Ashland, Oregon.
This arrangement allows for a balance between in-person collaboration and remote work flexibility.
_Blue Marble is an equal-opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.
_ Job Type: Full-time Benefits: * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Flexible schedule * Health insurance * Health savings account * Paid time off * Parental leave * Vision insurance Schedule: * Monday to Friday Work setting: * Hybrid work Education: * Bachelor's (Required) Experience: * finance management: 10 years (Preferred) License/Certification: * CPA (Preferred) Ability to Relocate: * Ashland, OR 97520: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: Hybrid remote in Ashland, OR 97520