Financial Controller

Are you ready to take your finance career to the next level with a world-renowned luxury fashion brand? Our client, a prestigious luxury apparel and fashion leader, is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to join their dynamic and fast-growing team in Los Angeles. This is an incredible opportunity to work directly with C-suite executives, lead a talented finance team, and play a key role in driving the financial strategy of a globally recognized brand.

Why This Opportunity?

• Leadership Impact: As the second-in-command to the CFO, you’ll have the chance to directly influence financial decision-making at the highest level.
• Career Growth: This is a unique opportunity to elevate your career in the luxury fashion industry, working with a team that values innovation, efficiency, and growth.
• Exciting Challenges: Take on a broad range of financial responsibilities in a fast-paced, startup-like environment, with the stability and prestige of a global brand.
• Competitive Compensation: In addition to a competitive salary, you’ll enjoy an excellent benefits package and opportunities for advancement as you contribute to the company’s global success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Financial Management: Oversee budgeting, projections, forecasting, and P&L management, ensuring financial health and long-term profitability.
• Comprehensive Accounting Operations: Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal policies while managing the day-to-day accounting activities, including financial reporting and record-keeping.
• Financial Leadership: Manage financial consolidation and reporting processes, presenting clear, actionable insights to the C-suite and stakeholders.
• Collaboration Across Departments: Work closely with various departments to support decision-making, offering detailed financial analysis and guidance.
• Risk Mitigation & Compliance: Develop and maintain a comprehensive system of controls and budgets to mitigate financial risks.
• External Relations: Manage relationships with banks, auditors, tax advisors, and insurers to ensure smooth and compliant operations.
• Strategic Support: Guide the company’s annual planning and budgeting process while providing key financial insights for continued growth.

Must-Have Qualifications:

• Experience: 8-10+ years of progressive experience in Finance & Accounting roles, specifically within fashion/apparel, retail, e-commerce, or similar industries.
• Leadership: Proven experience in supervisory or managerial positions, with a strong track record of leading and mentoring teams.
• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• International Exposure: Experience managing financial operations in a global context, with an understanding of international accounting principles.
• Expertise: Strong knowledge of inventory accounting and analysis. Proficiency in ERP systems, particularly NetSuite, is required.
• Skills: Highly analytical with exceptional attention to detail and time-management abilities.
• Location: Must be based in Los Angeles, with the ability to work onsite.

Please submit your resume for consideration.

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