Join the MIKUTA team as our Chief Financial Officer (d/f/m)! Play a crucial role in driving our financial clarity, strategy, and growth in a dynamic global environment. If you have a strong background within the fashion, lifestyle,product, or e-commerce sector, we’d love to hear from you!
Founded in Berlin by Jacqueline Mikuta and Klemens Weiss, MIKUTA began in 2017 with a jewelry line and expanded into women's ready-to-wear in 2019. Today, MIKUTA is an independent fashion brand known for effortless design, premium feel, and a distinct point of view.
Our Team is spread across Europe, with a Studio Office in Berlin and a production Office in northern Portugal.
ABOUT THE JOB
We’re expanding rapidly, and to take over our Finance Team, we’re looking for a CFO who can address our current financial challenges, ensure transparency, and build a solid foundation for strategic growth.
As a key partner to the leadership team, you’ll work to create accurate cash flow forecasts, proactively analyze and mitigate risks, and drive financial strategy across a complex, multi-entity structure.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the financial department and report financial KPI´s to the CEO, Board and Shareholders
* Develop and implement accurate cash flow forecasting to improve financial visibility and stability, manage working capital.
* Proactively identify financial risks and opportunities through rigorous internal analysis and diligence, work on tax & legal compliance (e.g. identify retail store legal/business model).
* Provide strategic oversight to shift the finance function from reactive to proactive, ensuring long-term planning.
* Design and execute budgeting processes to identify overspending and strategically allocate resources by overviewing forecasts and scenarios.
* Enhance transparency and drive optimization on profitability across entities and the consolidated group, providing actionable insights to founders and management.
* Manage the financial complexity of a mother entity with European subsidiaries (Germany, Portugal, Netherlands, UK) and support future expansion into additional markets.
* Partner with Core GM1-GM3 Departments and ensuring inventory management in purchasing, cost control in logistics, efficiency in marketing.
* Oversee reporting processes at both entity and group levels, ensuring clarity on profitability and financial health, support in company strategic topics such as future investment rounds
ABOUT YOU
o Proven experience as a CFO, Head of Finance, or similar role in Startups or Scale-ups within the fashion, lifestyle, product, or e-commerce sector (D2C)
o Strong expertise in cash flow management, budgeting, and financial strategy in complex multi-entity structures.
o Comfortable navigating international markets, with experience working across multiple subsidiaries and legal frameworks.
o Exceptional English and German skills both verbal & written
o Analytical and detail-oriented, with the ability to identify hidden risks and opportunities through data.
o Strategic thinker who can shift finance operations from reactive to proactive.
o Exceptional leadership and communication skills, capable of effectively collaborating with diverse teams and stakeholders.
o Aligned with MIKUTA’s values: Open Minded, Caring, Simplistic, Authentic, and Ambitious.
WHAT WE OFFER
Alongside an inspiring team and diverse tasks, you can look forward to fantastic benefits:
+ Permanent contract with opportunities to grow and learn
+ €1,000 MIKUTA gift card per year
+ 25% Friends & Family discount
+ Regular team events & company offsites
+ Individual benefits via Probonio worth €250(net) per month, usable for:
# Public transport support
# Gym membership
# Meal/food allowance cards
# Education allowance
# And much more
APPLY FOR THE JOB
Join the MIKUTA team and help define the next chapter of our fashion story. Apply now and be part of a team that values creativity and meaningful customer experiences.
We are looking for someone who lives and breathes the MIKUTA spirit. Take a moment to explore our Instagram and website for a glimpse into our world. When applying, please share a brief note on why you feel you’re the perfect fit for MIKUTA. We can’t wait to hear from you!
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