VersaDesk
Chief Financial Officer (CFO) / Controller (Hybrid Leadership Role)
VersaDesk, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
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.
Must be under 50 years of age.
Lives locally in Los Angeles.
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: careers@versadesk.com 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.
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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.
Must be under 50 years of age.
Lives locally in Los Angeles.
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: careers@versadesk.com 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.
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