CFO – Chief Financial Officer (Luxury Goods)

Luxuryrecruit; London; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruiting firm is seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) in the luxury goods sector. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in corporate finance, leadership, and strategic business success within premium industries. This role involves driving financial strategies, overseeing reporting, and leading financial teams to adapt to marketplace challenges while maintaining compliance and analytical excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years' experience in Accounting, 3 years as CFO.
• Strong track record in financial strategy and entrepreneurship.
• International accounting background with CPA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee company's financial and accounting operations.
• Drive sales strategy and manage financial reporting.
• Lead and coach accounting and administrative teams.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Communication

Education

BA Degree in Accounting

MBA

Job description

CFO – Chief Financial Officer (Luxury Goods)

The Chief Financial Officer will be in charge of the company’s financial, accounting and help with the sales strategy.

Ideal Profile

The ideal profile for the job is a very experienced corporate finance executive coming from the luxury goods or high-end jewellery industries. Additionally, we are looking for someone used to sophisticated financial reporting’s such as what exists in publicly listed companies or Private Equity backed companies.

Requirements

• Minimum of eight years’ experience in Accounting, three years as CFO, with BA degree in Accounting, ideally possesses MBA
• Prior experience supervising accounting & administrative staff preparing financial reports for consolidation monthly and annual statements
• International accounting background beneficial. CPA preferred
• Entrepreneurial. Track record in driving business strategies to commercial success, with at least 8 years’ experience in a financial / commercial role, preferably gained in a senior Finance position in significant business
• Upbeat, driven and inspirational leader and strong coach with own and other teams
• Able to continuously apply their skills in challenging colleagues and business partners from within and outside the function and/or organization
• Leadership qualities with a focus on delivering through people and outstanding good communication capabilities are critical
• Strong analytical skills, organization, compliance and goal oriented
• Must be willing to travel to retail operations
• Appreciated previous titles: Director of Finance, VP of Finance, CFO, Chief Financial Officer

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