COMPANY

Local Boy Outfitters is a consumer apparel and lifestyle brand offering clothing and accessories centered around outdoor enthusiasts and Southern culture.  Originally founded as a male-focused t-shirt company, Local Boy today offers more than 25 product categories including button-ups, outwear, performance apparel, bottoms, and accessories for men, women, and kids.   

OPPORTUNITY

Reporting to the Co-Founder / Chief Executive Officer and the Board of Directors, the Vice President- Finance will be a key partner to the executive leadership team as well as the Board in the execution of the Company’s strategic plan and achievement of financial goals. We are seeking a dynamic leader to take a hands-on approach leading the daily operations of the accounting department and collaborate with the executive team in developing and executing strategic financial objectives.   

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and manage the finance and accounting function for the business, including personnel, tax, treasury, policies and procedures 
• Establish financial policies, procedures, controls, and reporting systems, including transitioning the business to complete GAAP accrual accounting 
• Hire, train, develop, inspire, and lead a team across accounting, HR, and IT functions  
• Oversee the monthly closing process. Including internal and external reporting/deadlines 
• Lead the planning, coordination, and implementation of the annual capital and operating budget process in collaboration with other members of the executive team and the private equity sponsor 
• Deliver timely, accurate, and comprehensive financial reports 
• Drive ERP enhancement/conversion, including the implementation of industry-standard software  
• Develop internal job-costing capabilities, allowing Company management to track revenue and margin by project  
• Lead external audits 
• Complete weekly flash/KPI dashboard, and manage key third-party relationships 
• Participate in add-on acquisition due diligence and post-close integration 
• Manage HR, IT, payroll, and health insurance functions 
• Act as a key liaison for private equity sponsor and lenders 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, an MBA/Master’s degree in accounting/related preferred (CPA preferred but not required) 
• A minimum of 2-3 years serving as a Controller/similar position for a mid-sized company 
• Minimum of 4 years of audit at a national public accounting firm 
• ERP implementation (NetSuite preferred)  
• Experience with organizations that are in the retail, distribution or manufacturing industries 
• M&A due diligence, post-acquisition integration, and onboarding experience  
• Exceptional analytical, leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills 
• Private equity sponsor experience is highly valued 

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Fair market Base + Bonus + Equity  
• Medical/Dental/Vision