Finance and Accounting Manager

Chocolate Covered Company is seeking a hands-on Finance and Accounting Manager who can operate as both a technical accounting leader and a financial partner to the business. This role is designed for a finance professional who wants true ownership of the company’s cost structure, budgeting process, and overall financial discipline.

You will oversee our external accounting partner while taking direct responsibility for the operational financial health of the business, including product costing, inventory control, vendor management, budgeting, working capital management, and performance analysis. Working closely with the leadership team, you will play a critical role in in proving margins, strengthening financial controls, and supporting profitable growth.

• Manage and oversee the work of the external accounting partner, including bookkeeping, accounts payable, and accounts receivable functions
• Ensure accurate general ledger classification, proper cost allocation, and a timely, reliable month-end close process
• Design and enforce financial controls, approval workflows, and spending guardrails to maintain disciplined cost management across all departments
• Own and maintain the company’s Bill of Materials (BOM) for all products
• Lead the transition from estimated costing to precise, data-driven Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) reporting
• Build and continuously refine product costing models that incorporate raw materials, packaging, direct labor, and overhead
• Actively manage and monitor labor utilization, inventory valuation, usage patterns, shrinkage, and waste to strengthen gross margins
• Serve as the primary financial point of contact for key suppliers, service providers, and agencies and coordinate with external advisors on tax matters and year-end filings.

• Develop, manage, monitor, and maintain the annual operating budget and rolling cash flow forecasts within Quick Books Online
• Actively monitor working capital, including receivables, payables, and inventory, to optimize cash flow and liquidity
• Prepare and analyze detailed monthly P&L statements, budget-to-actual variances, and revenue forecasts
• Deliver clear, actionable financial insights to inform strategic and operational decisions
• Assess profitability across product lines, sales channels, and geographical regions
• Recommend data-driven pricing strategies and operational improvements to enhance margins
• Evaluate the financial return on investments in new equipment, facility upgrades, and product development
• Contribute to long-term financial planning and business strategy initiatives

• Experience: 5+ years as a Controller, Finance Manager, or similar role, preferably in a small-to-mid-sized manufacturing or food production environment
• Cost Accounting Expertise: Proven ability to manage complex inventory systems and calculate COGS in a multi-SKU environment
• Vendor Negotiation
  
  Skills:
  
  Experience sourcing vendors, reviewing contracts, and negotiating terms
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Advanced proficiency in Quick Books Online and Microsoft Excel
• Industry Knowledge: Food & Beverage and B2B experience required, with an understanding of food safety compliance, perishability, and seasonal inventory fluctuations