Chief Financial Officer

KREWE is an independent, high-fashion eyewear brand rooted in the vibrant culture and boundless creativity of our hometown, New Orleans - and now proudly headquartered in both New Orleans and New York City. Since our launch in 2013, KREWE has grown into a dynamic brand celebrated for its distinctive, handcrafted sun and optical frames that reflect a deep commitment to quality, individuality, and design.

In 2022, we opened the doors to our NYC headquarters in the heart of the Meatpacking District, building a second home for the brand that brings New Orleans’ culture, creativity, and energy to one of the world’s most iconic design capitals. Our presence now spans brick-and-mortar boutiques, mobile retail concepts, and a thriving e-commerce platform - alongside distribution through premier independents and top national retailers.

Celebrated for our unique approach to design, KREWE has cultivated a loyal following among style-conscious consumers and influential taste makers.

As we continue to expand, we’re looking for passionate, driven, and innovative individuals to join our talented team. At KREWE our work is fast-paced, collaborative, and deeply mission-driven. Our people are high-performing and ambitious - not just about hitting goals, but about building something that’s original, culturally rooted and globally resonant. Every team member at KREWE has the opportunity to own their role and make a lasting impact.

If this sounds like the right environment for you we invite you to apply below.

• FINANCE / ACCOUNTING:
• Oversee the finance, planning, and cash flow management functions of the business, partnering closely with the Controller, who owns day-to-day accounting execution and close processes.
• Partner with the Controller on the preparation and integrity of all financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, lender reports, and tax filings.
• Prepare for and oversee financial reviews, audits, and lender requirements of company financial statements.
• Own the company’s planning, forecasting, and cash flow forecasting function, including annual budgets, rolling 24-month forecasts, and three-year business plans.
• Lead monthly and quarterly financial reviews with business leaders, providing clear analysis and insight by comparing actual performance to plan; manage re-forecasts and adjustments to future projections and budgets.
• Own short- and long-term cash flow forecasting, liquidity planning, and working capital management.
• Oversee inventory planning and forecasting to ensure alignment with sales demand, margin targets, and cash flow objectives while maintaining healthy inventory levels; recommend improvements to planning methods and tools.
• LEADERSHIP & COMMUNICATION
• Provide regular, structured financial updates to the CEO and Founder, translating results into implications and actions.
• Seek to understand long-range economic trends and project their impact on future growth in sales and profitability.
• Partner with department leaders to monitor performance and make recommendations for improvements in people, process, and technology.
• Create and reinforce a culture of disciplined financial management that balances growth investment with spending accountability.
• Lead cost management and efficiency initiatives aligned to strategic priorities.
• BUSINESS STRUCTURE / TAX / FINANCING
• Assess and recommend optimal entity structures for existing business activities and anticipated future investments or needs, managing any changes through execution.
• Lead the evolution of the company’s tax strategy, including onboarding and management of external tax advisors, to support growth and minimize tax burden.
• Manage any lender relationships, including covenant management, reporting, and securing new financing as needs evolve.
• REAL ESTATE
• Oversee financial management and performance tracking of corporate-owned real estate investments.
• Lead financial diligence and analysis of future acquisitions, including returns, tax implications, and entity structuring.
• Review and approve financial terms of leases in partnership with internal stakeholders and external counsel.
• LEGAL/CONTRACTS/NEGOTIATIO…