Head of Finance

Head of Finance

We’re hiring a Head of Finance to lead and optimize our financial operations with a focus on strategic planning, scalability, and long-term growth. In this role, you’ll take ownership of building financial systems and structures to support the company’s expansion while ensuring fiscal responsibility and efficiency. Reporting directly to the Owner/Brand Director, the Head of Finance will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including operations and marketing, to align financial planning with company goals.

As the right hand of the Brand Director, this person will play a critical role in shaping the company’s future by forecasting various scenarios, creating assumptions, and approving budgets that align with strategic objectives.

This is an exciting opportunity for a candidate who thrives on building systems, leading teams, and driving meaningful impact within a growing organization.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Financial Oversight

• Develop and implement financial systems and structures that support scalability and organizational efficiency.
• Build and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial models to guide strategic decision-making.
• Create financial reports and dashboards to provide actionable insights to the Owner/Brand Director and leadership team.
• Forecast multiple scenarios and develop financial assumptions to guide the company’s strategic planning.

Financial Planning and Analysis

• Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements, including profit and loss, balance sheets, and cash flow analysis.
• Monitor key financial metrics to identify risks, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
• Lead scenario planning and risk analysis to prepare the company for market changes and challenges.
• Approve budgets across departments, ensuring alignment with financial goals and scalability.

Collaboration with Operations and Marketing

• Partner with the operations team to align financial planning with inventory, logistics, and growth strategies.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to assess return on investment (ROI) for campaigns and ensure efficient allocation of resources.
• Support cross-departmental goals by providing financial insights and guidance.

Scalability and Process Improvement

• Build processes to streamline financial operations and reporting, reducing inefficiencies and errors.
• Implement financial controls to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• Optimize workflows to prevent overwork across departments while ensuring timely financial reporting and decision-making.

Team Leadership

• Lead and develop a finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, growth, and collaboration.
• Provide mentorship and training to ensure the team’s alignment with the company’s long-term goals.
• Ensure the finance department’s systems and structures are scalable for growth.

The Ideal Candidate:

The ideal candidate is a seasoned finance professional with a passion for building scalable systems and creating efficiency. They have a strong understanding of financial strategy, coupled with hands-on experience managing budgets, forecasts, and reports. They excel at forecasting scenarios and developing financial assumptions to prepare the company for future opportunities and challenges.

A proactive leader, they thrive on collaboration, working closely with other departments to align financial goals with broader business strategies. As the Brand Director’s right hand, this individual will take on a critical role in approving budgets and guiding the company’s financial future.

This person has a proven ability to manage and develop teams, instilling accountability and fostering growth. They are analytical, detail-oriented, and capable of adapting to a fast-paced, evolving environment. Above all, they are committed to supporting the company’s vision and contributing to its success.

Qualifications:

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; CPA or CFA designation preferred.

Experience

• 8 years of experience in finance or accounting, preferably within ecommerce, retail, or related industries.
• Proven track record of building scalable financial systems and managing teams.

Skills

• Expertise in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial regulations, and tax compliance.
• Proficiency in financial software, ERP systems, and advanced Excel modeling.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments.

Adaptability

• Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with shifting priorities.
• Capable of balancing strategic planning with hands-on financial management.

Goals:

• Financial Excellence: Build scalable systems that ensure accurate financial reporting and operational efficiency.
• Scenario Planning: Develop forecasts and assumptions that guide strategic decision-making and prepare for future challenges.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Align financial planning with operational and marketing strategies to drive growth and ROI.
• Strategic Growth: Provide data-driven insights to guide the company’s expansion and ensure long-term sustainability.

Compensation and Perks:

• Competitive annual salary range of $85,000 Performance bonuses.
• Performance Bonus: Eligibility for bonuses based on financial efficiency, company growth, and departmental impact.
• Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) Program.
• Collaborative, Supportive Work Environment.
• Direct Influence on Brand Growth and Success.
• Friday Lunches.
• Conveniently Located Office.

This is a full-time position reporting to the Owner/Brand Director. If you’re looking for a leadership role where you can make a meaningful impact and help shape the future of a growing company, this opportunity is for you!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Budgeting: 5 years (Required)
• Corporate finance: 7 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $85,000 - $100,000