Vice President of Finance

Based in Secaucus NJ but will require some travel to the NYC office

POSITION SUMMARY: Responsibilities include supervision of financial reporting the monthly closing process oversight of all financial operations general accounting the budget process (annual preparation and monthly projections) and coordination of tax and audit services. This individual is also responsible for proactively identifying improvements to business processes and ways in which we can exploit AI technology.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Financial Planning Analysis & Reporting
Manage the annual budget process for a multi-channel globally diverse apparel and fashion business; establish timeline and partner with functional leaders to develop revenue plans and operating expenses.
Develop working relationships and review processes with department heads.
Generate monthly reporting to drive performance income statements balance sheets and departmental expenses
Set standards for budget performance metrics and reporting
Supervise entire finance organization
Financial projections for Wholesale Retail and Ecommerce
General & Operational Accounting Operations
Oversee A/P A/R Payroll and General Accounting
Ensure monthly closings of multiple entities and divisions remain on calendar.
Responsible for the integrity audit compliance and debt covenant compliance of all financial statements.
Coordinate the quarterly and annual income tax reporting and payment requirements with tax partner.
Responsible for sales tax filing services and the equivalent international requirements.
Manage successful completion of annual banking and insurance audits by functioning as a key contact with external auditors
Oversee intercompany and foreign entity accounting
Leadership and People Development
Maintain a strong focus on process improvement opportunities to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of the function
Lead a culture of strategic and innovative thinking by teaching/mentoring others on the big picture
Effectively influence beyond direct reporting lines; build collaborative business partnerships internally and externally
Facilitate processes/programs as needed cross-functionally
Attract develop and retain high caliber talent
Actively support Diversity Equity Inclusion initiatives

REQUIREMENTS:
15 years of progressive experience with at least 5 years in a manager level role in a multi-entity business

Ideal candidate has experience with Netsuite general ledger Blue Cherry and Shopify.
Retail / Wholesale / Apparel Industry experience is a plus
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills that leverage quantitative and qualitative data
Must be able to effectively summarize and communicate information (verbal and written) to support decision making.
Work history demonstrating growth and increasing responsibility.
Detail-oriented with strong time management and organization skills
Exceptional Excel skills
A hands-on approach and must work with subordinates and peers to implement the best practices approach to all financial processes
Bachelors degree in finance or accounting

$225000 - $275000 base salary (This range represents the low and high end of the anticipated base salary range for this NJ - based position. The base salary will depend on numerous factors such as: experience and qualifications for the role experience level skillset and balancing internal equity relative to other AO employees.)

This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions that the employee may be required to perform and the employee may be required to perform additional functions. Additionally the job responsibilities may change at any time as necessitated by business demands.