Director of Finance

Job Title: Director of Finance

Job Overview

We are looking for a forward-thinking and analytically driven Director of Finance to lead financial strategy and performance management across our growing retail chain. This role is instrumental in shaping the financial future of the company by delivering insights, driving operational efficiency, and enabling data-informed decision-making at scale.

The ideal candidate brings a strong background in multi-location retail finance, a passion for leveraging technology, and a proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives that drive profitability and growth.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the financial planning and analysis (FP&A) function, including budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial modeling.

Partner with executive leadership to develop and execute financial strategies aligned with business goals.

Analyze store-level and regional performance metrics (e.g., sales per square foot, conversion rates, inventory turnover, etc).

Partner with merchandising, operations, and marketing to optimize pricing, promotions, and inventory strategies.

Identify opportunities for margin improvement and cost reduction across the retail network.

Implement and optimize financial systems, dashboards, and reporting tools to support real-time decision-making.

Collaborate with IT and data teams to ensure data integrity and build scalable dashboards and analytics.

Champion automation and digital transformation initiatives within the finance function.

Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team.

Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration.

Communicate financial insights clearly to non-financial stakeholders across the organization.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.

10+ years of progressive finance experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.

Proven experience in a multi-location retail environment is required.

Technical Requirements

Proficiency in financial modeling and data visualization tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, Tableau).

Experience with ERP and retail management systems (e.g., NetSuite, Oracle Retail, SAP, Microsoft Dynamics).

Familiarity with data analytics platforms and SQL for querying financial and operational data.

Understanding of cloud-based financial tools and integrations (e.g., Snowflake, Looker, Anaplan).

Ability to work with IT and data teams to ensure data integrity and system alignment.