Vice President Finance

Manière De Voir; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing fashion business in New York is seeking a Vice President of Finance to lead their financial strategy and ensure financial discipline across the organization. You will play a key role in strategic decision-making and support long-term growth by managing all core finance functions and partnering with the CEO and executive leadership team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in multi-channel retail finance and a strong understanding of inventory management and financial planning.

Qualifications

• Extensive senior-level finance leadership experience in a multi-channel retail business.
• Proven track record in similar executive roles.
• Strong understanding of inventory-driven businesses and margin management.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic finance partner to the CEO and executive leadership team.
• Lead all core finance functions including accounting and financial reporting.
• Manage relationships with external partners including auditors and banks.

Skills

Financial planning and analysis

Strategic leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Job description

We are seeking a seasoned and strategic Vice President of Finance to lead the financial function of a growing fashion business. This is a critical executive role, reporting directly to the CEO, responsible for shaping the company’s financial strategy, driving long-term growth, and ensuring financial discipline across the organization. The VP of Finance will be a key thought partner to the CEO and leadership team, providing insight, rigor, and leadership as the business scales.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic finance partner to the CEO and executive leadership team, contributing to company-wide decision-making and long-term planning
• Own the overall financial strategy, including forecasting, budgeting, and multi-year financial planning
• Lead all core finance functions including accounting, treasury, tax, and financial reporting
• Deliver timely, accurate financial reporting and insights to support strategic and operational decisions
• Oversee cash flow management, working capital, and capital allocation to support growth and profitability
• Establish and monitor KPIs to drive performance, margin improvement, and operational efficiency
• Partner closely with Merchandising, Operations, Supply Chain, and Sales to support pricing, inventory, and margin strategies
• Lead financial modeling for new initiatives, channel expansion, and investment opportunities
• Ensure strong internal controls, compliance, and risk management across the business
• Manage relationships with external partners including auditors, banks, and advisors
• Build, lead, and develop a high-performing finance team, setting best-in-­class processes and standards

Qualifications & Experience

• Extensive senior‑level finance leadership experience, Experienced in working in multi‑channel retail business is a must.
• Proven track record in a VP of Finance, Finance Director, or similar executive role
• Deep expertise in financial planning, analysis, and reporting within a fast‑paced, growth‑oriented environment
• Strong understanding of inventory‑driven businesses, margin management, and working capital dynamics
• Experience partnering directly with a CEO and board‑level stakeholders
• Exceptional analytical, strategic thinking, and problem‑solving skills
• Hands‑on leadership style with the ability to operate at both strategic and operational levels
• Experience navigating scale, complexity, and change within an evolving organization

What We’re Looking For

• A confident, credible finance leader with strong executive presence
• Someone who can balance financial rigor with commercial agility
• A proactive leader who anticipates challenges and drives solutions
• A trusted advisor who can influence across functions and at the highest levels