Finance Manager, Operations
About UNREAL
We are UNREAL - a mission-based chocolate snack company that is changing the world by proving the foods we love most don’t have to be so bad for us. UNREAL is altering the snacking landscape by reinventing America’s favorite confections we all loved ... until we realized what we were eating. We’ve removed all the artificial stuff; dyes, corn syrup, soy, preservatives, chemicals, GMO’s, and excess sugar to create chocolate snacks people can actually feel good about eating. And...the taste is UNREAL!
UNREAL products are available in over 25k locations nationwide, including Whole Foods, Costco, Walmart, Kroger, Publix, Target, and online at Thrive Market, Amazon and of course, unrealsnacks.com. And we are just getting started. Our aim is to be the global leader in better-for-you indulgent snacking. And it takes an UNREAL team to make that happen!
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Finance Manager, Operations to be UNREAL’s go-to expert on Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) and Bill of Materials (BOM) analysis. In this critical role you will provide deep financial insights into product costs, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and continuous improvement. You will work cross-functionally with Operations, Procurement, and Accounting to drive strategic decision-making, cost reduction initiatives, and to support budgeting and project planning. Additionally, you will assist new product innovation by evaluating financial implications and optimizing sourcing strategies. This is a high-impact role that requires analytical rigor, strong business acumen, and the ability to communicate findings clearly and effectively to executive leadership.
The Finance Manager, Operations will be a vital member of the UNREAL Finance team and report to the Vice President, Financial Planning & Analysis.
What You’ll Do
- Serve as the organization’s subject matter expert on COGS and Bill of Materials (BOM) analysis, ensuring accurate cost tracking and reporting.
- Collaborate closely with operations, procurement, and finance teams to analyze cost structures and identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Develop, maintain, and improve financial models related to supply chain costs, raw materials, and manufacturing expenses.
- Provide financial guidance and scenario analysis for new product innovation, working with product innovation and operations to evaluate feasibility and cost impact.
- Support monthly financial reporting and forecasting for supply chain-related expenses, ensuring executive leadership has clear insights for decision-making.
- Monitor and analyze supplier pricing, commodity fluctuations, and operational efficiencies to proactively manage cost risks.
- Partner with the accounting team to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with cost accounting standards.
- Lead ad hoc financial projects focused on continuous improvement, cost reduction, and process optimization.
Who You Are
- 5+ years of professional experience in a financial analysis role with a strong background in CPG supply chain finance, cost accounting, new item modeling, and BOM analysis.
- Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills, including experience with ERP systems and cost analysis tools. Prior NetSuite experience is a plus.
- Ability to break down complex cost structures, identify trends, and deliver actionable insights.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work seamlessly across operations, procurement, R&D, and finance.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, delivering accurate and timely analysis to support executive decision-making.
- Passionate about working for a mission-driven company that prioritizes quality and innovation in the food and CPG industry.
The base compensation range for this position is between $110,000 - $130,000 annually. This position is also eligible for a 15% bonus. The salary range listed reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for this position. Individual compensation is determined by additional factors, including role-related experience and relevant education and certifications. Bonus payout is pro-rated to start date. Employees must be employed by September 30 of the calendar year to be eligible for bonus for that calendar year.
What We Offer
At UNREAL, we are dedicated to providing our employees with a comprehensive array of benefits and perks that resonate deeply with our Core Values. We believe in nurturing our team members, ensuring they feel supported and valued, and enabling them to bring their best selves to work. Below, you'll find an overview of what each UNREAL employee enjoys.
- Competitive salary and bonus
- Unlimited PTO & all federal holidays off
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance - employee premiums are 100% covered, dependent premiums covered at 60%
- Health Reimbursement Account
- 401(k) with company match (eligible to participate after 6 months from hire)
- Up to 18 weeks Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Caregiver, Medical, & Bereavement Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement & Professional Development Stipend
- Wellness Stipend
- Monthly Home Office Stipend
- Coworking Stipend for remote employees
- Donation Matching Program
- Unlimited chocolate
- Great teammates and team culture - including department & team events
- Exposure to exciting opportunities at a rapidly growing brand!
Our Core Values
At UNREAL, our Core Values guide how we collaborate with our teammates and our external partners to bring our products to life. We search for candidates who encompass and build upon our Core Values, as outlined below:
Endlessly Pursue Better
Push yourself (and others!) to be the best you can be and do the best you can do. Challenge the status quo. Sweat the small details and don’t settle. Hold yourself and our company to sky high standards that will bring us to excellence in all that we do.
Do The Right Thing
Always ask the question “what is the right thing to do?” of yourself, our company, and our partners.
Always a Teacher, Always a Student
Be open enough to share your knowledge and humble enough to absorb new knowledge. This never ending cycle is the cornerstone of growth.
Radiate Good Vibes
Embody the joy we bring to the world with a contagious positive energy.
Make Every Bite Matter
Deliver our promise to make the best bite ever. We will not sacrifice taste, health, or the planet.
Unreal Brands, Inc. is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, citizenship, or any other legally recognized protected basis under applicable federal, state, or local law.
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