DIRECTOR OF FINANCE

DIRECTOR OF FINANCE

Trick or Treat Studios was started with a commitment to bringing back the look and feel from the Golden Age of costume making, an era when high quality and classic designs ruled the industry. We are now trick or treating into over a decade of producing some of the best masks, costumes, props, and collectibles on the market! Our team is comprised of FX industry professionals, unique artists and mask-making legends.

We are a fun and uniquely different industry that is busy year-round. Please check out our website to see if we are a good fit for you at www.trickortreatstudios.com.

Reporting to the President, the Director of Finance oversees financial strategy, operations, and compliance to support business growth. This role manages budgeting, cash flow, financial reporting, and internal controls while ensuring tax compliance and audit readiness. The Finance Director also leads the Finance and Accounting team, implements financial systems, and drives strategic initiatives to enhance efficiency and profitability. The ideal candidate will have proven management experience leading diverse teams, a strong track record of financial leadership in an entrepreneurial setting, and a collaborative, solutions-oriented approach to problem-solving.

This position works primarily onsite at our corporate headquarters in Santa Cruz, CA, but remote candidates located in California whose skills and experience strongly align with the position may be considered.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develop and implement financial strategies to support the company’s goals and objectives. Collaborate with executive leadership to drive strategic initiatives, enhance profitability, and maintain financial stability
Analyze financial data to inform strategic decision-making and provide recommendations to TOTS leadership for resource allocation
Oversee all accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and tax, compliance with GAAP and federal, state, and local regulations
Develop and enforce internal accounting controls to accurately record financial transactions, meet regulatory requirements, and minimize risks
Coordinate with the finance and accounting team to document all accounting & finance processes and roles and revise as needed to improve efficiency and compliance
Oversee financial aspects of Inventory Management, including transactions, valuations and product lifecycle
Oversee the company's financial resources through budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning
Oversee the preparation of internal and external financial statements and reports, ensuring accuracy and timely submission
Prepare and file multi-state income tax returns, payroll tax returns, and transactional tax returns while ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations
Work with external CPA to analyze tax implications across multiple jurisdictions and identify opportunities for tax optimization, and ensure compliant filings, as well as conduct quarterly compilations and annual financial reviews
Build and maintain relationships with external financial institutions, auditors, contractors and regulatory agencies to ensure compliance and best practices
Lead the selection and implementation of financial systems and processes to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and reporting
Establish and implement a credit policy to manage customer credit risk, ensure timely collections, and maintain healthy cash flow
Provide leadership to Finance and Accounting team through diplomatic and effective objective setting, delegation, and communication
Conduct regular check-ins, provide feedback and address performance issues to ensure team development and success
Deliver training to enhance skills, knowledge, and performance within the Finance and Accounting team

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or MBA preferred
8+ years of progressive financial management experience, including leadership roles
Strong knowledge of GAAP, tax regulations, and financial reporting requirements
Proven experience in budgeting, cash flow management, and financial strategy
Expertise in internal controls, risk management, and compliance
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to drive data-informed decision-making
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and influence key stakeholders
Experience leading and developing high-performing finance and accounting teams
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in financial systems, ERP software, and SaaS integrations

Trick or Treat Studios provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

COMPENSATION:

$120,000 - $150,000 annually

The compensation listed here is provided in good faith as a general description of the salary range for the position posted. The compensation offered to the successful candidate depends on location, skills, experience, education, and other objective job-related factors.

To apply, please submit your resume to jobs@trickortreatstudios.com, and provide a cover letter that tells us why you want to work for Trick or Treat Studios.