Director of Finance & Operations

For over 164 years, Frette has crafted exquisite linens, blending Italian artistry with timeless luxury. Master artisans in Monza and Milan transform the finest fibers into creations of unmatched quality and elegance. Renowned for its signature finish, Frette has graced iconic destinations—from St. Peter’s Basilica to the Orient Express—while over 500 European royal families have slept beneath its sheets. Today, its legacy lives on in luxury hotels, private residences, yachts, and jets, remaining dedicated to outfitting the world’s most exceptional spaces.

Frette is seeking a Director of Finance & Operations. The Director of Finance & Operations provides both operational and programmatic support to the organization. This dual role manages the finance and operation/logistics units in North America. The individual acts as a key partner in assisting with all strategic and tactical matters as they relate to budget management, cost benefit analysis, forecasting needs, securing new funding, warehousing negotiations, transportation, and distribution.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and lead company's financial strategies
• Manage the accounting, tax, and treasury functions.
• Oversee the management and coordination of all fiscal reporting activities for the organization including organizational revenue and expenses including balance sheet reports, development, and monitoring of all budgets within the region
• Work with CEO, GM to ensure programmatic success through cost analysis support, and compliance with all contractual requirements
• Work hand-in-hand with the Commercial (retail, wholesale, hospitality and ecommerce) and Marketing teams on reports, controls, analysis, and advice, in order to achieve the financial objectives established. Develop and maintain systems of internal controls to safeguard the financial assets of the organization
• Preparation of budgets and forecasts explaining deviations vs actuals.
• Ensure accurate submission to head-office of financial report packages
• Identify and implement strategies to improve cost-efficiency and strengthen internal financial controls.
• Lead in the evaluation and execution of strategic business opportunities and investments
• Lead special projects with executive and business senior leadership primarily related to the evaluation of possible growth strategies, including coordinating business planning for major initiatives; lead preparation of presentation materials for these initiatives
• Work alongside IT to oversee upgrades and integration of financial systems for improved data accuracy and reporting.
• Lead forecasting and analytical efforts to inform business decisions with data-driven insights.
• Manage relationships with auditors, banks, and regulatory agencies to maintain trust and alignment.

• Completion of a bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting at an accredited college or university
• Minimum five years of senior financial experience and management experience with the day-to-day financial operations of an organization. Advantageous to have experience in Retail Industry or similar consumer goods category with a strong working knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365, Power BI, and the Microsoft Office Suite in general.
• Knowledge of US GAAP
• Attention to detail and able to communicate in a clear and concise manner.
• Hands on and self-starter who is able to set and manage their own priorities.
• Well organized and a team player
• Ability to manage stakeholder relationships and lead change initiatives effectively.
• Excellent strategic planning capabilities
• Adaptable and flexible in a complex, changing environment
• Attention to detail while managing competing priorities and tight timelines

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Salary range for this role is: $160,000 - $170,000 per year. 

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It is the policy and commitment of Frette to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals. The objective of Frette is to recruit, hire, train, and promote the most qualified applicants into all job levels. Frette does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Frette will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in any undue hardship to the Company. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.

In addition to the base salary, Frette offers a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short + long term disability, 401K with Company match, paid maternity/paternity leave, employee discount, paid holidays, and a paid time-off policy.