Head of Finance
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ROLE OVERVIEW
We are seeking a strategic Head of Finance to direct our Finance Department in Milan. Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer (COO), you will lead the accounting team, drive FP&A, and provide high-level business insights to support sustainable global expansion.
MANDATORY SELECTION CRITERIA (MUST HAVE)
- Luxury Brand Experience: background in top-tier luxury fashion, high-end retail, or premium consumer goods.
- International Expansion: proven track record driving financial strategy and business development across new geographic markets.
- New Sales Channels: hands‑on experience on financial planning for new retail formats, boutique expansion, and global e-commerce.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Finance Team Leadership & Governance
Lead and mentor the internal finance and accounting team, establishing robust workflow and professional growth.
Oversee full-cycle general accounting, statutory compliance, tax reporting, and the preparation of annual year-end Financial Statements.
Manage cash flow, treasury operations, working capital optimization, and liquidity forecasting.
- Strategic FP&A, Budgeting & Business Planning
Deliver insightful strategic and cost controlling analysis to guide decision-making and operational performance.
Establish financial KPIs and corporate profitability analysis across brand operations.
Direct the financial planning and analysis function, building annual operating budgets, and reforecasting processes.
- International Business Development & Expansion
Lead financial feasibility studies, business plans, and investment evaluation for entry into new international markets and territories.
Model commercial frameworks, pricing strategies, and P&L projections for new sales channels (monobrand boutiques, department store corners, wholesale, pop-ups, and international e-commerce).
Support strategic negotiations and scaling of commercial operations.
- Strategic Systems Oversight & Transformation (ERP 2026–2027)
Serve as executive lead for the corporate implementation and migration to the new ERP system. Ensure system architecture supports advanced management reporting, FP&A capabilities, and multi-currency international business operations.
CANDIDATE PROFILE & REQUIREMENTS
- Industry Experience: Strong track record in financial management, controlling, or strategic planning specifically within Luxury Brands, High-End Fashion, or Luxury Retail.
- Expansion Expertise: Proven history in driving international financial strategy for entering new country markets and launching new retail/omnichannel sales routes.
- Financial Leadership: Proven experience leading a finance team with deep knowledge of accounting principles, financial statements preparation, treasury/cash flow, FP&A, and corporate budgeting.
- Strategic Vision: Demonstrated ability to partner with executive leadership, translating complex metrics into strategic business insights.
- Languages: Professional fluency in both Italian and English is mandatory.