We Are Peas

If you’re a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) with beauty sector experience, this is an incredibly exciting opportunity for you.

Why? The organisation is run by a truly fantastic team of beauty sector creative leaders, with ambitions to redefining the future of beauty brands globally!

This organisation is a premier brand incubator platform operating within a wider creative group, dedicated to the discovery, development, and global scaling of innovative beauty startups. With a presence in both London and New York City, this organisation is at the forefront of transforming emerging beauty brands into internationally recognized names, leveraging strategic expertise, creative innovation, and a robust entrepreneurial spirit. 

Role Overview: As the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), you will be responsible for shaping and executing the financial strategy of multiple high-growth beauty brands within our incubator platform. Reporting to the executive team, you will lead all financial operations, drive funding and investment strategies, and ensure the sustainable, scalable growth of their portfolio companies. This role demands a world-class financial leader with extensive experience in scaling beauty startups with global ambitions. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Strategic Financial Leadership: Develop and execute a comprehensive financial strategy that aligns with their mission to scale beauty startups into global brands. Provide strategic insights and direction to the executive team.
• Portfolio Management: Oversee the financial health and performance of multiple beauty startups within the portfolio, guiding them through various stages of growth, from early-stage development to market expansion.
• Global Expansion: Lead financial strategies that support the international growth of their brands, including market entry, cross-border transactions, and global tax planning.
• Fundraising & Capital Allocation: Spearhead fundraising efforts, including equity and debt financing, to fuel the growth of their portfolio brands. Manage relationships with investors, ensuring alignment with the organisations financial goals.
• Risk Management: Implement robust financial controls and risk management practices to safeguard the financial integrity of the organisation and its portfolio companies.
• Financial Planning & Analysis: Lead the budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis processes, ensuring data-driven decision-making and optimal resource allocation.
• Operational Efficiency: Collaborate with brand leaders and cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency, driving profitability and scaling operations in line with growth targets.
• Mergers & Acquisitions: Identify and evaluate potential M&A opportunities that align with organisations growth strategy. Oversee the financial due diligence process and integration of acquired entities.
• Team Leadership: Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Travel; This role is based between London, and New York City. The CFO will be required to travel frequently between these locations and other global markets as necessary to support the growth of the organisation and its brands.

Qualifications:

• Experience: 10+ years of experience (though we consider all levels) in senior financial leadership roles, with a proven track record of scaling beauty startups and managing financial operations in high-growth environments. Experience with global market expansion is essential.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. An MBA or CPA is preferred.
• Industry Expertise: Deep understanding of the beauty industry, with experience in consumer goods, fashion, or related sectors. Familiarity with the dynamics of beauty brand scaling is crucial.
• Global Perspective: Demonstrated experience managing financial operations across multiple geographies, with expertise in international finance, tax planning, and regulatory compliance.
• Leadership & Influence: Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and lead teams, influence stakeholders, and drive organizational change.
• Entrepreneurial Spirit: A proactive, hands-on approach with a passion for entrepreneurship and innovation in the beauty sector.
• Technical Skills: Advanced financial modelling, analysis, and forecasting skills, with proficiency in financial systems and tools.

This organisation offers competitive salary with performance-based incentives (including equity options)+ comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities.

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their CV and a cover letter to hello@wearepeas.com. We review applications daily, which takes a great deal of time. Therefore only those suitable will be contacted (though we will endeavour to reply to everyone). 

Equality of opportunities, fairness and kindness are at the heart of what we do at Peas. We pride ourselves on recruiting candidates on the sole merit of their skills and ambition, irrespective of their background, identity, and disabilities. It is our responsibility, as talent agents and individuals, to foster an environment of inclusion and respect where everyone is encouraged to apply for (and land!) their dream job. Real personal success can only be achieved together.