Overview
VP of Finance Jobs in New York City Metropolitan Area at Bespoke Fashion LLC
Title: VP of Finance
Company: Bespoke Fashion LLC
Location: New York City Metropolitan Area
Company Description Bespoke Fashion is a rapidly growing apparel company specializing in men's accessories, founded in 2012 by a third-generation neckwear business owner. Based in the New York City Metropolitan Area, the company has built a strong reputation in the neckwear category and expanded over time into socks, jewelry, small leather goods, and additional accessories. Known for thoughtful design, meticulous craftsmanship, and a modern approach to brand storytelling, Bespoke is a small, dynamic team that moves quickly, collaborates deeply, and values creativity just as much as operational excellence.
Job Summary
We are seeking a VP of Finance to lead FP&A, accounting, treasury, compliance, and IT oversight during a period of growth and divisional expansion. This role partners closely with the President and executive team to drive financial strategy, operational discipline, reporting, and decision support.
Position Overview
Reports to: President
Location: Hybrid/On-site
Key Responsibilities:
• FP&A and Strategy: Lead financial planning, forecasting, modeling, analytics, and board-level reporting to support growth initiatives, M&A, and new division planning.
• Margin and Profitability: Monitor gross margins, category profitability, pricing, cost reduction, and product mix opportunities across divisions.
• Accounting and Reporting: Oversee monthly close, GAAP compliance, annual review preparation, and accurate, timely financial statements.
• Treasury and Cash Planning: Manage cash flow, banking relationships, capital structure, working capital, liquidity planning, and risk management.
• IT Oversight: Oversee IT operations, systems, support, and security governance in coordination with key stakeholders.
Required Qualifications:
• 15+ years of finance leadership experience, including 5+ years in a VP-level or equivalent role
• Deep FP&A, forecasting, financial modeling, accounting, reporting, and compliance
• Experience managing growth, expansion, or integration of new divisions
• Proven team leadership experience, including 5+ direct reports
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, executive communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field
Key Competencies
• Strategic: Advises on business strategy, growth planning, and long-term financial goals.
• Leadership: Builds, mentors, and retains strong teams while developing future leaders.
• Process Improvement: Modernizes systems, improves efficiency, reduces cost, and drives automation.
Preferred Experience
• Apparel, retail, consumer goods, or high-growth mid-market experience
• Experience with AI, BlueCherry ERP, D365 Business Central, or similar systems
• CPA, MBA, or advanced finance credential
• Board reporting or investor relations experience
Work Arrangement
Hybrid/on-site, with an expected office presence 3 days per week.