Chief Financial Officer

Bullfinch Recruitment; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Bullfinch Recruitment is searching for a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for L'Objet, a luxury lifestyle brand based in the Isle of Man. This role involves strategic financial leadership, overseeing financial health, and ensuring growth across multiple channels. Ideal candidates will have a proven track record in finance and be passionate about fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional growth

Collaborative and entrepreneurial work environment

International and multi-cultural working environment

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of relevant experience, including a CFO role.
• Strong understanding of multi-channel business and e-commerce.
• Proven expertise in building bridges between teams.

Responsibilities

• Drive the company's financial strategy and oversee operations.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Manage global financial operations and ensure compliance.

Skills

Strategic finance leadership

Financial planning & analysis

Global financial operations

Operational efficiency

Relationship building

Education

Master's degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

NetSuite ERP

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.

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
• Develop potential future 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:
• Master's degree in Finance or Accounting with at least 10 years of relevant experience, including a CFO role.
• Strong understanding of multi-channel business, with a proven expertise in DtC channels (retail, eCommerce)
• Strong background in strategic finance leadership, global financial operations, and operational efficiency.
• Perfect master of QuickBooks, Microsoft Outlook, and Microsoft Excel (tests will be executed), and experience with NetSuite or similar ERP systems used in wholesale and retail accounting.
• Methodical approach to goal setting & execution
• Skills in building bridges between teams and ensuring alignment across functions
• A compassionate and empowering leader , fostering a culture of growth, trust, and continuous development

What we offer
• Opportunity to shape the financial future of a growing luxury lifestyle brand
• Collaborative, entrepreneurial work 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 and 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.