Head of Finance at True Classic

Calabasas, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Dec, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Planning & Analysis, Accounting, Treasury, Corporate Finance, Risk Management, Budgeting, Forecasting, GAAP Compliance, ERP Systems, Financial Modeling, Capital Planning, Investor Reporting, Operational Excellence, Cost Management, Data Integrity, Leadership

Industry

Retail Apparel and Fashion

Description

The Head of Finance is the senior operational finance leader at True Classic, responsible for owning and operating all core financial functions including FP&A, Accounting, Treasury, Corporate Finance, Investor Reporting, Risk, and OpEx Management. This role ensures world‑class accuracy, visibility, and financial discipline to support True Classic’s growth across DTC, Wholesale, Marketplaces, retail and global markets. Reporting to the President, the Head of Finance leads all day‑to‑day finance operations, builds scalable systems, and partners cross‑functionally to drive profitable growth. FP&A and the Controller function report directly into this role. Areas of Accountability P&A, Budgeting & Forecasting Lead all short- and long-range forecasting to drive visibility and enable proactive decision-making. Responsibilities include: Maintain and govern the 36-month integrated financial model Deliver rolling weekly, monthly, and quarterly forecasts and scenarios Manage the annual budget process and assumption governance Produce monthly variance analyses, margin walks, and profitability reporting Build ROI models and business cases for investments and major initiatives Accounting & Controller Leadership Own the full accounting function, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and investor-grade reporting. Responsibilities include: Lead and manage the Controller and accounting team Oversee all Record-to-Report processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, and close Ensure month-end close is completed within 7 days (gold standard) and financials are fully accurate Maintain and enforce accounting policies, GAAP compliance, and internal controls Oversee AP, AR, revenue recognition, and inventory accounting Ensure taxes, filings, audits, and regulatory compliance are completed on time with zero penalties Maintain payroll accuracy, period-to-period consistency, and control governance Own chart of accounts governance and financial data integrity across systems Strategic Finance & Corporate Planning Enable the business to make sound strategic choices grounded in data, ROI, and capital efficiency. Responsibilities include: Scenario planning and stress‑testing Capital allocation recommendations across channels and initiatives Business case development for all material projects Post‑implementation reviews and impact measurement Partnership with leaders on new markets, channels, and major commercial decisions Treasury, Capital Structure & Risk Management Operate and optimize the company’s liquidity and risk profile. Responsibilities include: Maintain a 26‑week cash ladder updated weekly Ensure sufficient liquidity through cash + debt availability management Manage revolver utilization and lender covenant compliance Oversee FX, interest rate, and working capital risks Deliver all investor/lender reporting packages and compliance filings Run and document annual risk assessments OpEx Management & Spend Governance Drive disciplined cost management and ensure spend aligns with ROI and budget. Responsibilities include: Lead monthly OpEx reviews with all budget owners Implement and maintain zero‑based budgeting (ZBB) Govern contract lifecycle management (CLM) Enforce spend controls, approval authority matrices, and “no contract, no payment” policy Monitor campaign/vendor ROI and ensure budget adherence Executive, Board & Investor Reporting Serve as the operational engine behind True Classic’s financial storytelling. Responsibilities include: Produce weekly KPI and cash flashes Deliver monthly reporting packages within 24 hours to leadership (or ≤ 5 days at baseline) Provide variance narratives, risks, and recommended actions Prepare all materials for lenders, investors, auditors, and Board as needed Systems, Data, and Operational Excellence Own implementation, integration, and ongoing performance of financial systems and data. Responsibilities include: Lead modernization of finance tooling and data pipelines Maintain chart of accounts and master data governance Drive automation and workflow optimization across finance processes Ensure integration and accuracy across ERP, BI, and cash systems Leadership & Cross‑Functional Partnership Build and lead a high‑performing finance organization that serves as a trusted partner to the business. Responsibilities include: Manage and develop FP&A and Controller teams Provide quarterly business reviews with all functional leaders Elevate financial literacy and operational discipline across the company Translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights for executives Foster a culture of ownership, speed, and accountability Qualifications Operationally elite finance leader with deep accounting expertise, strategic range, and the ability to build scalable infrastructure in a fast-growth, omnichannel environment. CPA required, with mastery of GAAP and complex accounting operations. Proven ownership of full accounting cycles, audits, and a fast-close environment. Extensive experience in FP&A, forecasting, capital planning, and financial modeling. Strong ERP, BI, and financial systems experience (implementation and integration). Preferred Qualifications MBA strongly preferred; CFA or similar credential a plus Experience in retail, apparel, CPG, or multi-channel inventory-based businesses Background scaling finance systems and processes in a high-growth company Leadership & Behavioral Strengths Builder’s mindset — has scaled a finance org from scrappy to sophisticated Clear, concise communicator who translates complexity into actionable decisions High-output operator with extreme ownership and bias toward accuracy and speed Strategic partner who collaborates deeply with Ops, Growth, Merch, Supply Chain, and Retail/Wholesale Team developer with high standards who elevates financial literacy and discipline Thrives in fast-paced, evolving environments; comfortable being hands-on while driving strategy Bias toward automation over manual workarounds, championing systems and data integrity Benefits & Perks Time Off Unlimited PTO and sick time Health & Wellness Company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance 100% employee premium coverage 65% dependent premium coverage $75/month Wellness Stipend Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Work & Growth Support $75/month Personal Workspace Stipend $75/month Learning & Development Stipend Perks $1,000/year True Classic merchandise allowance 401(k) plan with 3% company match True Classic is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate and support differences in race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, and abilities. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact Human Resources.

Responsibilities

The Head of Finance is responsible for overseeing all core financial functions, ensuring accuracy and visibility to support company growth. This includes managing FP&A, accounting, treasury, and risk management while partnering with other departments to drive profitable growth.