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    Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

    • Hybrid
      • Douglas, Isle of Man
    • Bullfinch Recruitment

    Job description

    On behalf of our client, we are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join their Isle of Man team.

    Our client:

    L'Objet is a luxury lifestyle brand renowned for its exquisite home decor, accessories, and luxury personal and home fragrances. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join their dynamic team and oversee all financial aspects of operations.

    Role Overview:

    As the CFO, you will play a pivotal role in driving the company's financial strategy, operational efficiency, and long-term growth. You will oversee all financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and compliance while leading and mentoring a team across multiple locations. Your expertise will ensure the company maintains its financial health and achieves strategic goals in a global context.

    Job requirements

    Key Responsibilities:

    Strategic Finance Leadership:

    • Develop and execute financial strategies to support the company’s growth,  profitability and operational goals across retail, e-commerce and wholesale channels in diverse markets.

    • Act as a strategic advisor to the CEO & leadership team, aligning financial plans with business objectives 

    • Create dynamic financial models & scenario plans to inform key decisions around pricing, inventory, capital allocation, new project (non-exhaustive)

    Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

    • Lead the budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes to ensure financial health & transparency

    • Analyse business performance across categories, channels and regions, identifying risks, opportunities, and cost-saving measures

    • Drive profitability by optimizing gross margins, managing overhead costs, and improving operational efficiency

    Financial Reporting and Compliance:

    • Produce accurate financial statements and ensure compliance with US GAAP, UK GAAP, and Isle of Man regulations.

    • Prepare and oversee tax filings and related compliance returns.

    • Prepare weekly reports, track key metrics, and perform daily banking tasks.

     

    Global Financial Expertise:

    • Manage financial operations across Isle of Man, Dallas, and Alcobaça offices.

    • Provide insights and leadership to drive financial success in a global market.

    Technology Transformation:

    • Oversee the transition to NetSuite ERP and ensure smooth integration across teams.

    • Champion a data-driven mindset across the organization.

    • Leverage technology and analytics to support decision-making and innovation.

    Operational & Team Leadership:

    • Lead and grow a small accounting team and provide guidance to external professionals.

    • Foster a top-down and hands-on culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement

    • Ensure robust internal controls, financial systems, and processes to support a rapidly scaling business

    •  Work cross-functionality with operations, marketing, and sales teams to ensure alignments between financial goals and business execution

    Investor Relations and M&A

    • Manage investor relations and support the company’s fundraising and M&A activities.

    • Build strong relationships with stakeholders and provide strategic financial insights.

    What You Bring:

    • Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting with at least 10 years of relevant experience, including a CFO role or senior financial leadership role.

    • Strong understanding of multi-channel business, with a proven expertise in eCommerce.

    • Strong background in strategic finance leadership, global financial operations, and operational efficiency.

    • Experience with QuickBooks, Microsoft Outlook, and Microsoft Excel.

    • Familiarity with NetSuite or similar ERP systems used in wholesale and retail accounting.

    • Hands-on, entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to work at both strategic & operational levels.

     

    What we offer

    • Opportunity to shape the financial future of a growing luxury lifestyle brand

    • Collaborative, entrepreneurial world environment where every team member’s contributions matter

    • Opportunities for professional growth

    • A young international and multi-cultural working environment 

    If you are a forward-thinking detail-oriented financial leader with a passion for luxury and a desire to contribute to the growth of a thriving brand, we’d love to hear from you.

     

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