Careers

Living Proof is an eclectic group of industry outsiders who approached beauty from an entirely different perspective. Our culture is one of integrity and excellence where technology and product performance, not marketing, is the driving force. It is further collaborative, curious, creative, passionate, risk-inclined and results-oriented.

In addition to an open, creative, and fun work environment, we offer all our employees comprehensive benefits package including incentive stock options. Eligibility to work in the U.S. is required.

For immediate consideration please send a cover letter and resume to Karen Weisbach at careers@livingproof.com.

Senior Accountant

Experienced finance professional to provide day-to-day accounting functions. Support the Senior Accounting Manager for all monthly close activities by ensuring all transactional accounting entries are complete and accurate per close schedule timelines. Work with Staff Accountant to further develop daily processes and create efficiencies to improve overall functionality for the team and produce timely results. This position reports to the Senior Accounting Manager.

Responsibilities:

Support all full cycle purchasing and accounts payable processes: timely review and processing of purchase orders, vendor invoices and expense reports to ensure compliance with company policy and reporting needs
Prepare weekly cash forecasting
Reconcile and post daily Revenue
Prepare and maintain all salon related billing, collections and cash receipt reconciliation
Maintain "quality check" processes to ensure accuracy of all inventory movements – Production invoices and Shipment Orders
Provide analytical support for functional expense reviews
Prepare monthly/quarterly sales and use tax filings
Provide timely assistance and guidance with requests related to all accounting functions
Prepare and maintain documentation for all areas of responsibility
Provide support and assistance with audits, tax returns, budgets and forecasts, financial reporting
Prepare GAAP compliant transactions for all areas of responsibility
Assist Senior Accounting Manager and Controller with special projects, as requested
Leverage technology (SAP) to streamline and automate manual processes
Ensure that detailed accounting documentation are compiled and maintained in support of relevant legal, regulatory, and audit requirements
Assist in the development and extension of SAP Business by Design in response to evolving accounting and reporting needs
Ability to serve as back up for mission critical tasks such as check runs and payroll
Other duties as assigned

Key Skills & Experience:

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance (or equivalent business experience) and 3-5 years of progressively responsible accounting experience
Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles including GAAP
Highly self-motivated and demonstrated ability to grow into additional complexity and responsibility
Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
High rate of interaction with internal customers and senior management requires excellent communication and inter-personal skills
Comfortable in a fast paced, high volume, technical environment; prior experience in a start-up environment preferred
Ability to juggle multiple projects while working with deadlines
Proficiency with Excel required; experience with SAP (or other enterprise software) preferred
Experience in a manufacturing environment and responsibilities associated with inventory controls and standard costing a plus
Work requires willingness to work a flexible schedule

Professional Characteristics:

A strong, open, receptive communication style and a collaborative approach to work and problem solving
Ability to be a team player (i.e. willingness to go above and beyond individual responsibilities to benefit the team)
Good organizational skills with a great deal of attention to detail
Responsible and extremely resourceful in finding answers and solutions when information and data is not readily available with a desire to share success and lessons learned
Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment

Brand Specialist

The purpose of the Brand Specialist is to manage a regional territory and deliver strong sales results.

We are currently looking for a Brand Specialist in Washington DC.

Education:

Bachelors Degree or equivalent work experience.

Accountabilities:

The primary responsibilities of the Brand Specialist are the following:

Achieve monthly and annual sales goals set forth by company
Qualify potential buyers within set territory
Manage training and education process within salon doors
Service each door based on business needs and trends
Analyze sales results and react accordingly
Ensure merchandising and marketing standards are adhered to according to company guidelines
Coordinate and execute salon events and promotions
Monitor and communicate stock levels/space and location concerns
Communicate with peers and supervisor regarding accounts, priorities, concerns
Manage and adhere to travel & expense budget
Stay aware of competitors
Lead by example

Job Skills:

Strong industry knowledge
Experience in event planning and execution
Proven sales record
Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
Ability to command an audience in an educational setting
Understanding of retail math with analytical abilities
Outstanding organizational and time management skills
Ability to motivate and manage time well
Ability to work in a self motivational position, yet part of a team vision and goal
Ability to travel 50-75%
Have a passion for beauty

The Individual

The preferred candidate will demonstrate mature, seasoned judgment. Further this individual is able to work independently to make sound business decisions and can accurately balance risks with business needs. This person must be extremely hands-on, and thrive in a fast-paced, growing environment, consistently serving as Brand Ambassador. A strong sense of responsibility for customer experience on all levels is necessary.