Chief Financial Officer

About the Role

Vertex Strategies is seeking a strategic and visionary Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for a premier client operating in the luxury retail sector. Based in Bengaluru, the CFO will lead the financial strategy and operations, balancing high-end brand prestige with robust profitability and growth. This leader will oversee budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning, while ensuring precise inventory valuation, cash flow optimization, and rigorous compliance. The CFO will collaborate closely with senior leadership to evaluate luxury retail investments, retail expansion, omnichannel initiatives, and provide data-driven financial insights for decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive financial strategies tailored specifically to the luxury retail market, optimizing retail unit economics and margins.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial modeling to support store rollouts, retail partnerships, and inventory management.
• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial statements and reports, maintaining strict compliance with regulations and internal controls.
• Manage enterprise cash flow, retail inventory valuation models, and supply chain cost controls.
• Partner with senior leadership to evaluate investments, retail leasing agreements, and strategic growth opportunities.
• Supervise finance team members, streamline financial systems, and present impactful financial results to the executive team.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Proven executive-level finance experience with a strong background specifically within luxury retail, premium fashion, or high-end consumer goods.
• Strong foundation in Finance, with expertise in retail financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis.
• Experience preparing and interpreting complex financial statements and retail-specific metrics (e.g., same-store sales, inventory turnover).
• Advanced analytical skills to assess financial trends and support evidence-based executive decisions.
• Proven leadership experience managing finance teams and collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex financial concepts clearly.
• Relevant academic qualifications such as a degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field; professional certifications (e.g., CA, CPA, CMA, CFA) are an advantage.