Senior Finance Manager / Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Position: Senior Finance Manager / Chief Financial Officer (CFO)Location: Remote/Australia (with occasional travel)Reports to: Founder/CEOAbout Proud Poppy Clothing:Proud Poppy Clothing is a fast-growing, inclusive fashion brand that empowers women to live their best lives through stylish, size-inclusive clothing. With a strong e-commerce presence and brick-and-mortar stores in Victoria and Queensland, Proud Poppy Clothing is entering an exciting phase of growth and international expansion.Position Overview:We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Finance Manager or CFO to join our leadership team. This person will play a key role in driving the financial strategy of Proud Poppy Clothing as we scale our operations globally. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of eCommerce, retail finance, open-to-buy budgets, seasonal planning, and the financial nuances of scaling a business in a high-growth environment. Experience in managing paid digital budgets and overseeing international expenditures is crucial.Key Responsibilities:Financial Strategy & Planning:
Develop and execute long-term financial strategies that support Proud Poppy's growth objectives, focusing on scalability and profitability.Budget Management:
Oversee the preparation, management, and optimization of budgets, including open-to-buy budgets and seasonal planning for retail and eCommerce.Cash Flow Management:
Monitor cash flow and implement financial controls to ensure liquidity for growth while managing risk.Digital Marketing Spend:
Collaborate with the marketing team to manage and analyze paid digital budgets, ensuring alignment with overall financial targets and ROI.International Finance:
Oversee international expenditure, ensuring compliance with global regulations and optimization of financial processes across multiple regions.Financial Reporting & Analysis:
Lead financial forecasting, analysis, and reporting, providing data-driven insights to guide strategic decision-making.Growth & Expansion:
Support the company's expansion into new markets, identifying financial opportunities and risks as we scale globally.Team Leadership:
Lead and mentor the finance team, fostering a collaborative, high-performance environment that aligns with Proud Poppy's core values.Qualifications & Experience:7+ years of experience in a senior finance role, ideally as a CFO or Finance Manager in the retail/eCommerce sector.Proven track record in financial management for businesses in a high-growth phase.Strong knowledge of open-to-buy budgeting, seasonal financial planning, and retail inventory management.Experience in managing paid digital marketing budgets and understanding ROI metrics.International finance experience, with a solid grasp of global financial regulations and expenditure management.Excellent leadership, communication, and team-building skills.Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate data into actionable business strategies.Why Join Proud Poppy Clothing?As a part of Proud Poppy Clothing, you'll be joining a passionate, mission-driven team that celebrates inclusivity, community, and empowerment. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the financial future of a brand that is making waves in the fashion industry and beyond. If you're ready to contribute to a meaningful mission while advancing your career in a high-growth company, we'd love to hear from you.Be careful - Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad .
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