Head of Finance - Fashion

Our client, a multi-brand fashion apparel group is seeking a Head of Finance to join their team in NYC!

Responsibilities

• Create and lead the overall financial strategy for the brand
• Partner with leadership on growth plans, expansion, and big-picture decisions
• Build financial models for new products, new markets, and new opportunities
• Support any potential acquisitions or major business moves
• Oversee accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting
• Manage cash flow and working capital
• Monitor inventory value and profit margins across wholesale and direct channels
• Put strong financial controls and processes in place
• Work with banks and outside financial partners
• Analyze product profitability and pricing
• Oversee production costing and margin performance
• Monitor inventory levels and seasonal cash flow
• Improve financial systems, reporting tools, and ERP processes
• Ensure the brand follows all financial regulations
• Oversee tax filings and strategy
• Manage audits and outside financial reviews
• Lead and develop the finance and accounting team
• Partner closely with sales, production, and operations teams

Qualifications

• 10+ years of senior finance experience
• Prior experience as a CFO or senior finance leader
• Background in fashion or a similar product-based industry
• Strong understanding of wholesale and direct-to-consumer business models
• Experience managing multiple entities or brands
• Deep knowledge of inventory, production cycles, and margin management
• Experience scaling finance operations in a growing company
• Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools
• CPA and/or MBA preferred

Salary: $140k-$165k depending on experience

Full time in office, NYC