Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Ariva Group • Miami, FL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

HKG Duty Free is seeking an experienced, strategic, hands-on Chief Financial Officer to lead the company’s financial operations and support its continued growth. The role oversees accounting, financial planning, budgeting, reporting, cash flow management, and financial strategy. The CFO will work closely with executive leadership and department heads, translating financial information into actionable business strategies and supporting strategic and operational decisions. Experience in retail, wholesale, distribution, or international trade is highly desirable.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience, including significant senior leadership experience.
• Previous experience as a CFO, VP of Finance, Finance Director, or Controller in a mid-sized or large organization.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial controls.
• Experience overseeing accounting teams and managing complex financial operations.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, tax regulations, and financial compliance requirements.
• Experience working with ERP systems and financial management software.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong financial modeling capabilities.
• Excellent leadership, communication, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, growth-oriented business environment.

Nice To Haves

• MBA, CPA, or other relevant advanced credentials.
• Experience in retail, wholesale, distribution, duty-free, or international trade operations.
• Experience managing multi-location or multi-entity financial operations.
• Knowledge of import/export operations and international financial transactions.
• Bilingual English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the company’s financial operations, including accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with business objectives and long-term growth plans.
• Lead and supervise the accounting and finance departments, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and accountability.
• Monitor cash flow, working capital, liquidity, and overall financial performance.
• Prepare and present financial statements, management reports, and financial analyses to executive leadership.
• Establish and maintain internal controls, financial policies, and procedures to ensure compliance and minimize financial risk.
• Oversee tax planning, regulatory compliance, audits, and relationships with external auditors and financial institutions.
• Analyze financial performance, identify cost-saving opportunities, and recommend improvements to operational efficiency.
• Manage financial planning and analysis, including budgets, forecasts, and financial projections.
• Evaluate business opportunities, investments, and expansion initiatives from a financial perspective.
• Ensure proper financial oversight of inventory, purchasing, and cost management.
• Work with executive leadership and department heads to support strategic and operational decisions.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Executive-level leadership opportunity
• Opportunity to contribute directly to the company’s financial strategy and growth
• Collaborative and entrepreneurial work environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive