What are the responsibilities and job description for the Finance Manager position at Proof Bread, LLC?
Job Title: Finance Manager
Location: Mesa, Arizona (hybrid flexibility available)
Reports to: CEO
About Us:
At Proof Bread, we’re more than a bakery — we’re a movement rooted in craftsmanship, transparency, and local impact. Every loaf is naturally leavened, every ingredient intentionally sourced, and every decision made with integrity. We mill our own flour, bake for our community, teach through our YouTube channel, and ship our grains and tools to bakers across the country through www.proofmill.com.
We’re growing — and with growth comes the need for clear, grounded, and forward-thinking financial leadership.
Position Summary:
The Finance Manager at Proof Bread plays a key strategic and operational role in maintaining the financial health of the business. This position is responsible for budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, financial reporting, and supporting data-driven decision-making across departments. The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, and aligned with our mission to build a values-led, sustainable company that’s redefining artisan baking around the globe.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Strategy & Forecasting
- Partner with leadership to develop short- and long-term financial strategies aligned with business goals
- Build and maintain dynamic forecasting models for revenue, expenses, and cash flow
- Analyze trends, costs, and margins to provide actionable insights
Budgeting & Reporting
- Lead annual budgeting process and periodic re-forecasting
- Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
- Track actuals vs. budget and explain variances with clarity
Cash Flow & Capital Management
- Manage daily and weekly cash flow; anticipate and plan for future liquidity needs
- Oversee debt structure and capital allocations, ensuring smart growth and solvency
- Support financing initiatives, grant applications, and investor reporting as needed
Operations & Process Optimization
- Establish, monitor, and improve financial systems and controls
- Collaborate with department heads (Logistics, Retail, Production, etc.) to track KPIs and cost efficiency
- Manage AR/AP, payroll accuracy checks, and vendor payments in coordination with bookkeeping
Compliance & Risk
- Ensure compliance with federal and state tax requirements and labor-related finance issues
- Liaise with external accountants, lenders, and advisors
- Help model and mitigate financial risk
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field (CPA a plus)
- 5 years in financial management or business finance, ideally in a fast-growing small business
- Proficiency with QuickBooks Online, Excel/Google Sheets, and forecasting tools
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Excellent communication — able to translate numbers into meaningful stories
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for operational excellence
- Deep alignment with our values: craftsmanship, transparency, efficiency, ownership, and growth
- Familiarity with EOS a plus
Why Join Proof Bread?
- Be part of a mission-driven company shaping the future of community artisan baking
- Contribute meaningfully to a fast-growing, vertically integrated business
- Enjoy an open, creative culture where excellence and people both matter
- Competitive salary, PTO, and room to grow
To Apply:
Email your resume and a brief note on why you’re excited about this role to hr@proofbread.com.
