Fractional Operations & Finance Lead (startup kids’ toy company built on inclusion)

Hi — I’m Will, the founder of Tatro Toys I’m relaunching a story-driven toy brand rooted in belonging, imagination, and heart — all while working full-time on the road with a touring Broadway show. Because of that, I’m looking for someone who can help keep the behind-the-scenes of the business running smoothly while I focus on building the world, the stories, and the magic. If you love bringing order to a bunch of creative noise and making things feel clear instead of complicated, keep reading. About the Role This is a fractional, part-time role that blends operations and finance in a very real, very human way. You won’t be stepping into a rigid system — you’ll help build the systems from the ground up for a pre-revenue startup, in a way that’s simple, flexible, and actually usable for a founder who’s constantly on the move. A big part of this role is helping me see what’s going on at a glance, without digging through spreadsheets or complex reports. What You’ll Be Doing Operations & Organization You’ll help keep things moving by: Tracking projects and priorities - specifically Children’s book, toy development and production, including full launch preparation for mid 2026 Organizing workflows and timelines Creating simple, repeatable systems Making sure nothing falls through the cracks Turning ideas into action You’ll be working alongside the Founder and Marketing Manager to achieve strategic outcomes. You’re the person who helps momentum turn into progress. Finance Support (Built From the Ground Up) You’ll help build simple, accessible financial systems that are easy to check and easy to understand. That includes (but is not limited to): Tracking income and expenses Creating clear monthly snapshots Monitoring cash flow and runway Light forecasting Setting things up so I can quickly check in from my phone or laptop while traveling — no spreadsheets required, apps preferred A big part of this role is helping answer: Can we move forward with this? Is now the right time? Do we need to pause or adjust? You’ll help bring clarity to those decisions so we move forward with confidence. What This Role Is Like Part-time / fractional (5–10 hours per week to start) Fully remote Flexible schedule High trust Direct collaboration with the founder Growing alongside an early-stage brand You Might Be a Great Fit If You… Love organizing and simplifying things Enjoy building systems from scratch Think about usability and clarity first Are comfortable giving honest, thoughtful input Work well with creative, fast-moving people Like the idea of helping someone check the health of their business in minutes, not hours Experience with startups, creative brands, or fractional work is a bonus — but not required. Additionally, experience with manufacturing or project planning would be helpful. Why This Role Matters Tatro Toys is being built intentionally and thoughtfully. The systems we put in place now will shape: how decisions are made how sustainable the business becomes how confidently projects move forward how much space there is for creativity Your work will make it possible for the brand to grow without losing its heart. How to Apply Send: A short intro about you, or short cover letter A bit about your experience Why this role feels like a good fit and why it interests you To learn more please visit, www.tatrotoys.com. Apply tot his job