our company
Chief Financial Officer
our company, Beverly Hills, California, United States, 90211
IJW Whiskey Company, LLC (IJW) is a dynamic, fully integrated spirits company. Founded in 2017, we’ve compiled the largest independent library of aged Kentucky bourbon and rye and established a global presence including offices in Beverly Hills, Louisville and Tokyo, Japan, a 40-acre campus in Danville and a bottling facility in Harrodsburg. Our ambitious growth trajectory includes the recent groundbreaking of a new whiskey distillery in Shelbyville, KY, slated for completion in early 2025, and plans for a Japanese distillery in Chitose set to commence in 2024.
With over 100 years of combined industry expertise, our diverse team of seasoned professionals and dynamic newcomers has propelled IJW to the forefront of the spirits industry. Our strategic partnership with one of the nation's largest independent Wine & Spirits distributors has enabled us to offer 22 products across four unique private label bourbon brands in 28 states. We have added to our spirits portfolio with our first Tequila brand launch in Q3 of 2024.
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our executive team. The ideal candidate will possess a comprehensive skill set tailored to the unique demands of the CPG vertical, including expertise in financial management, strategic planning, and international operations. As the CFO, you will play a pivotal role in driving the company's financial strategy, ensuring operational efficiency, and fostering sustainable growth.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Strategy and Planning:
Develop and implement comprehensive financial strategies to support IJW's ambitious growth trajectory. Drive financial planning processes, including budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial modeling. Serve as a thought partner to the CEO and other executives, providing financial insights to evaluate strategic opportunities and identifying areas for financial optimization.
Investor Relations and Reporting:
Serve as the primary liaison for investor communications, providing timely and transparent reporting on financial performance and strategic initiatives. Facilitate capital raises and maintain relationships with key stakeholders to support funding requirements for expansion projects. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and reporting standards.
Tax and Regulatory Compliance:
Oversee all aspects of tax planning and compliance, working closely with external advisors to optimize tax strategies and mitigate risk. Maintain a comprehensive understanding of relevant tax laws and regulations to ensure adherence and minimize tax liabilities.
International Operations:
Leverage international experience to oversee financial operations across multiple jurisdictions. Navigate complex regulatory environments and currency fluctuations to support seamless global expansion efforts.
Mergers and Acquisitions:
Lead both active investment and passive M&A initiatives, evaluating potential opportunities and conducting due diligence to support strategic growth objectives. Develop and execute integration plans to maximize value and ensure smooth transitions for acquired entities.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA or CPA preferred. Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in financial leadership roles, preferably within the consumer-packaged goods (CPG) or spirits industry. Experience leading a finance function in a Private Equity backed organization. Proven track record of successfully raising capital and managing investor relations in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. Extensive experience in financial planning and analysis, with a focus on isolating gross profit and optimizing operational efficiency. Strong understanding of tax laws and regulations, with the ability to develop and implement tax-efficient strategies. Demonstrated ability to lead international financial operations and navigate complex regulatory environments. Experience in both active investment and passive M&A activities. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.
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Develop and implement comprehensive financial strategies to support IJW's ambitious growth trajectory. Drive financial planning processes, including budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial modeling. Serve as a thought partner to the CEO and other executives, providing financial insights to evaluate strategic opportunities and identifying areas for financial optimization.
Investor Relations and Reporting:
Serve as the primary liaison for investor communications, providing timely and transparent reporting on financial performance and strategic initiatives. Facilitate capital raises and maintain relationships with key stakeholders to support funding requirements for expansion projects. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and reporting standards.
Tax and Regulatory Compliance:
Oversee all aspects of tax planning and compliance, working closely with external advisors to optimize tax strategies and mitigate risk. Maintain a comprehensive understanding of relevant tax laws and regulations to ensure adherence and minimize tax liabilities.
International Operations:
Leverage international experience to oversee financial operations across multiple jurisdictions. Navigate complex regulatory environments and currency fluctuations to support seamless global expansion efforts.
Mergers and Acquisitions:
Lead both active investment and passive M&A initiatives, evaluating potential opportunities and conducting due diligence to support strategic growth objectives. Develop and execute integration plans to maximize value and ensure smooth transitions for acquired entities.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA or CPA preferred. Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in financial leadership roles, preferably within the consumer-packaged goods (CPG) or spirits industry. Experience leading a finance function in a Private Equity backed organization. Proven track record of successfully raising capital and managing investor relations in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. Extensive experience in financial planning and analysis, with a focus on isolating gross profit and optimizing operational efficiency. Strong understanding of tax laws and regulations, with the ability to develop and implement tax-efficient strategies. Demonstrated ability to lead international financial operations and navigate complex regulatory environments. Experience in both active investment and passive M&A activities. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.
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