CFO (Chief Financial Officer)

Job description

Retrofête is seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to spearhead our financial strategy, planning, and analysis. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in driving robust growth and ensuring financial stability and growth within the fashion industry. This strategic role involves close collaboration with the CEO and sales channel leaders to shape the company's financial direction and support our ongoing expansion across retail, e-commerce, and wholesale platforms. This position is critical in aligning our financial goals with our business objectives and fostering sustained growth and innovation.

Responsibilities

Financial Planning and Budgeting

Oversee all financial planning and analysis activities, including preparation of annual operating and capital budgets

Collaborate with the CEO, and other leads to establish budgets, sales goals, and projections on an ongoing basis

Conduct quarterly and monthly business forecasts and develop long-term strategic growth plans in collaboration with the executive team

Performance Reporting & Analysis

Sign off on sales goals across our retail, website, and wholesale channels

Develop and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to uncover growth opportunities and address potential revenue shortfalls

Prepare and present comprehensive monthly and quarterly financial reviews, including performance evaluations, P&L reviews, and expense tracking

Identify potential opportunities and risks and provide business recommendations based on financial insights

Operational Oversight

Closely monitor and control banking operations and cash flow forecasting

Oversee accounting function, ensuring accurate and timely financial management

Identify and mitigate performance risks through effective risk assessment and the implementation of internal controls

Business Development & Strategy

Create and manage financial models to evaluate new business opportunities, capital investments, expansion into new product categories, channels, and markets

Develop a forward-looking retail roadmap strategy for the next five years

Manage the review of contracts, financial agreements, leases, insurance policies, and other legal documents

Taxation & Compliance

Serve as the primary contact for tax-related matters, working closely with external providers to ensure accurate and timely tax reporting

Assist in preparing quarterly and annual tax filings

Investor Relations & Reporting

Prepare financial information for investor presentations and discussions, including financial forecasts and KPI reports

Key point of contact for collaboration and information flows with lenders

Requirements

15+ years of progressive leadership within the fashion, retail, or consumer goods industry.

At least 3 years' experience overseeing finance and accounting in a growing business, startup preferred

Extensive knowledge of corporate finance, accounting principles, investor relations, and best practices

Proven experience with retail stores, wholesale operations, and e-commerce platforms

Comfortable overseeing IT topics, Oracle NetSuite experience highly preferred

Strong analytical skills with a strategic mindset and entrepreneurial spirit

Excellent organizational and leadership capabilities

Benefits

Salary Range: $280,000 - $380,000

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)

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Worksite address

new york, NY, 10261, US

Who can apply

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