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Fourth Floor is hiring: Head of Finance - Fashion in New York

Fourth Floor · New York, NY, USA ·

Pay:
$140,000-$165,000/yr
Job type:
Seasonal

Our client, a multi-brand fashion apparel group is seeking a Head of Finance to join their team in NYC!


Responsibilities



  • Create and lead the overall financial strategy for the brand

  • Partner with leadership on growth plans, expansion, and big-picture decisions

  • Build financial models for new products, new markets, and new opportunities

  • Support any potential acquisitions or major business moves

  • Oversee accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting

  • Manage cash flow and working capital

  • Monitor inventory value and profit margins across wholesale and direct channels

  • Put strong financial controls and processes in place

  • Work with banks and outside financial partners

  • Analyze product profitability and pricing

  • Oversee production costing and margin performance

  • Monitor inventory levels and seasonal cash flow

  • Improve financial systems, reporting tools, and ERP processes

  • Ensure the brand follows all financial regulations

  • Oversee tax filings and strategy

  • Manage audits and outside financial reviews

  • Lead and develop the finance and accounting team

  • Partner closely with sales, production, and operations teams


Qualifications



  • 10+ years of senior finance experience

  • Prior experience as a CFO or senior finance leader

  • Background in fashion or a similar product-based industry

  • Strong understanding of wholesale and direct-to-consumer business models

  • Experience managing multiple entities or brands
  • Deep knowledge of inventory, production cycles, and margin management

  • Experience scaling finance operations in a growing company

  • Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools

  • CPA and/or MBA preferred


Salary: $140k-$165k depending on experience


Full time in office, NYC


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