VP, Finance & Corporate Controller

Part of the Interparfums group founded in 1982, Interparfums USA develops, manufactures and distributes prestige fragrances as the exclusive worldwide licensee for Abercrombie & Fitch, Anna Sui, DKNY, Donna Karan, Graff, GUESS, Hollister, MCM, Oscar de la Renta, Roberto Cavalli, Salvatore Ferragamo and Ungaro. Through its global distribution network, the Company’s products are sold in over 120 countries.

The Vice President, Finance & Corporate Controller will lead all accounting, financial reporting, and internal control functions across the organization. This role will ensure the accuracy and integrity of the company’s financial information, compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations, and the scalability of finance operations as the business grows. The role will also serve as a strategic partner to the CFO and executive leadership team.

This position is based in office from Mondays-Thursdays, and remote on Fridays.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Lead the preparation and filing of all external financial reporting, including 10-Ks, 10-Qs, 8-Ks, and other SEC filings
• Ensure full compliance with U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, and SOX internal control requirements
• Oversee the monthly (where appropriate), quarterly, and annual financial close process
• Manage the relationship with external auditors and coordinate the year-end audit
• Maintain and improve documentation for financial processes and controls

Accounting Operations

• Oversee day-to-day accounting functions for the US affiliate ($350MM in sales), including general ledger, AR/AP, payroll, and tax accounting
• Provide accounting oversight across direct subsidiaries (Italy, Dubai, Hong Kong, Switzerland) and their respective accounting teams
• Ensure accurate and consistent consolidation with French publicly traded affiliate (72% held) and its subsidiaries
• Lead implementation and optimization of accounting systems and processes
• Establish, monitor, and enhance internal controls and accounting policies in partnership with the head of Internal Audit

Strategic Finance Support

• Collaborate closely with FP&A, Investor Relations, IT, Legal, and Treasury teams as well as affiliate finance teams
• Provide technical accounting support on complex transactions (M&A, equity, leases, etc.)
• Support with preparation materials and data for board meetings, earnings calls, and investor communications

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, coach, mentor, and develop a high-performing accounting and reporting team, managing 3 direct reports and overseeing a total team of 13
• Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, accuracy, and continuous improvement
• Roll-up your sleeves mindset

Education/Experience

• CPA required with Big 4 public accounting background
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; MBA or Master’s in Accounting/Tax preferred
• 15 years of progressive accounting/finance experience
• 5 years in Controller role at a public company

Required Skills

• Significant experience with SEC reporting, SOX compliance, and technical accounting
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, internal controls, and public company operations
• Prior experience managing a mid-size operational accounting team
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work cross-functionally and influence executive stakeholders
• Experience in a multi-entity, global, or rapid-growth environment

Preferred Skills

• ERP experience (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics - Business Central, SAP)
• Industry experience in Beauty, knowledge of licensing model
• Knowledge of French is a plus

We Offer:

• The salary range for this position is $250,000 – $300,000 annually, commensurable with skills, experience, and qualifications
• Bonus opportunity based on personal and business performance
• Robust healthcare, insurance, and benefit options
• Paid time off policies including vacation, personal, holiday, and sick days
• 401K plus company match
• Options to support development, including complimentary access to LinkedIn Learning
• An entrepreneurial career with a dynamic environment where all voices are heard and appreciated
• Low hierarchy with high visibility to C-Suite on a regular basis
• A growing company with a proven track record of solid financial stability

Interparfums USA, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing fair and equitable employment opportunities in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.