Director, Corporate Finance at Babylist

United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

E-commerce, Retail, Baby ProductsIndustries

Requirements

10+ years of experience in corporate finance, FP&A, or strategic finance roles, ideally in high-growth consumer, commerce, or technology companies
Experience leading IPO readiness, due diligence, or operating within a public company environment
Deep understanding of corporate financial forecasting, long-range planning, 3-statement modeling, with proven ability to own/maintain cash flow models and drive financial performance analysis
Exceptional executive communication skills — able to synthesize data into concise insights for Board and C-level audiences
Strong business acumen and ability to connect financial outcomes to strategic and operational levers
Advanced Excel and financial systems proficiency (experience with NetSuite Planning & Budgeting or Oracle Hyperion preferred)
Proven track record of influencing cross-functional leaders to drive alignment and accountability
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business Administration; MBA preferred
Comfortable and enthusiastic about working in an AI-forward environment where AI tools are part of daily operations
Embrace using technology to enhance your work while keeping people at the center
Must reside in PST, MST, or CST time zones

Responsibilities

Own Babylist’s company-wide financial planning and forecasting process, ensuring strategic alignment across all functions
Build and refine long-range financial models to guide growth, margin, and cash flow decisions
Serve as a key advisor to the VP of Finance and CFO on capital planning, scenario modeling, and strategic resource allocation
Prepare and deliver materials for the executive team and Board that communicate performance, key trends, and forward-looking insights
Own the quality and consistency of financial commentary for Monthly and Quarterly Business Reviews, ensuring clear, polished narratives that require minimal executive-level editing
Drive IPO readiness initiatives, enhancing forecasting

Skills

Financial Forecasting

Long-Range Planning

Financial Reporting

FP&A

Strategic Analysis

Operating Model Development

Variance Analysis

Executive Reporting

Babylist

Comprehensive baby registry platform for parents

About Babylist

Babylist provides a universal baby registry platform that allows expecting and new parents to compile baby products from any store, including popular retailers like Amazon, Target, and Etsy. The platform features an interactive checklist and expert-vetted guides to assist parents in making informed choices about baby gear and essentials. Babylist differentiates itself from competitors by offering a comprehensive solution that combines affiliate marketing, direct sales, and curated product recommendations, generating revenue through affiliate commissions, exclusive curated kits, and advertising partnerships. The company's goal is to simplify the baby registry process for parents, ensuring they have all the necessary items for their growing families while enhancing user engagement with offerings like a free box of goodies for new registrants.

Oakland, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2011Year Founded

$38.9MTotal Funding

SERIES_CCompany Stage

Education, Consumer GoodsIndustries

501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Parental Leave

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Remote Work Options

Flexible Work Hours

Wellness Program

Mental Health Support

Company Equity

Risks

Increased competition from Lalo could draw customers away from Babylist.

Integration challenges with Expectful may distract from Babylist's core business.

Reliance on affiliate marketing exposes Babylist to changes in partner terms.

Differentiation

Babylist offers a universal registry platform integrating products from any store.

The platform combines affiliate marketing, direct sales, and curated recommendations for revenue.

Expert-vetted guides and interactive checklists enhance informed decision-making for parents.

Upsides

Acquisition of Expectful expands Babylist's offerings into health and wellness.

Growing demand for eco-friendly products aligns with Babylist's product recommendations.

AI integration can enhance personalized shopping experiences on Babylist's platform.

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