Chief Financial Officer

San Francisco, CA Until 8/21/2026 First posted March 18, 2026 Last posted April 15, 2026
Job description

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
San Francisco, CA

At Rothy’s, we know there’s a better way to do business, and it starts by putting the planet and its people first. More than 225 million single-use plastic bottles and 715,000 pounds of ocean-bound marine plastic have been transformed into our signature thread, creating wardrobe staples that look just as good as they feel.

Striving for zero waste, we combine 3D knitting technology and handcrafted assembly to create machine washable styles that don’t compromise on comfort. From classic shoes to carry-everywhere bags, we create essentials for wherever you go.

At Rothy’s, building a sustainable future is at the heart of everything we do. We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive environment at our HQ, retail stores and wholly-owned factory, and are growing our community every day.

The Role
The CFO is the CEO’s key financial and strategic partner. This leader owns all aspects of Finance, Accounting, and Strategy, helping the company scale globally with strong financial discipline. The CFO will guide long-term planning, capital allocation, investor relations, and Board communication, ensuring the business has the visibility and financial structure needed to grow profitably.

This role requires a hands-on operator with the ability to balance long-term strategic planning with day-to-day execution, ensuring we deliver consistent growth and operational excellence.

What you’ll do:

  • Lead all Finance and Accounting functions, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting. Develop an all-star team

  • Partner closely with the CEO to set company strategy and ensure alignment across the executive team and broader organization

  • Build scalable financial systems, processes, and controls to support global, multi-channel growth

  • Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow planning, and capital allocation

  • Develop financial metrics and dashboards that enable clear performance management

  • Lead investor relations and Board communication

  • Partner closely with cross-functional leaders to evaluate the business, new opportunities, partnerships, and global expansion

  • Serve as a key voice with the Board of Directors, investors, and other external stakeholders, alongside the CEO

  • Champion a culture of collaboration, transparency, and high performance across the company

You have:

  • 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in Finance in consumer goods, retail, or adjacent industries

  • Proven track record as a CFO in a fast-scaling, global, multi-channel business

  • Deep financial expertise, including financial planning, forecasting, capital allocation, and performance management

  • MBA and/or CPA preferred

  • Investor relations and Board communication experience

  • Business development or M&A experience preferred, including deal evaluation, integration planning, or partnership development

  • Excellent communication, influence, and leadership skills, with ability to operate as a trusted partner to the CEO and Board

  • High integrity, low ego, and a collaborative leadership style

Our benefits:

  • Generous paid time off

  • 401k matching

  • Comprehensive health plans for you and your family

  • Supplemental mental health benefits

  • Monthly wellness reimbursement

  • Dog Friendly Offices

  • Employee Discount Program!

Compensation (from employer):
$375K – $450K • Offers Equity • Offers Bonus

About this role

Summary

Lead finance, accounting, and strategy to scale the global consumer retail business.

Job title

Chief Financial Officer

Experience level

15+ years

Industry

retail

Location requirements

San Francisco, CA; remote work not specified.

Salary

$375K – $450K • Offers Equity • Offers Bonus

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

financeaccountingstrategyMBACPA

Preferred skills

business developmentM&Adeal evaluationintegration

Specializations

financial planningforecastingcapital allocationinvestor relationsstrategy
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

San Francisco, CA, USA

On-site City