Chief Financial Officer

About Us

The MIKUTA brand was founded in Berlin by Jacqueline Mikuta and Klemens White, starting in 2017 with a small jewellery line, which later expanded to clothing in 2019. MIKUTA is a young, wild & free-inspired fashion brand for modern women with a glimpse of rock’n’roll. MIKUTA is currently one of the fastest-growing direct-to-consumer brands in the fashion market.

Our Team is spread across Europe, with a Studio Office in Berlin and a production Office in northern Portugal. We are currently working with Spring, Summer, Fall & Winter Collection cycles and soon grow to a product portfolio of more than 400 products.

At MIKUTA, we believe in delivering an amazing customer experience throughout the entire journey. We want every customer to feel special and valued, reflecting the true essence of our brand in every interaction.

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Role Overview

We’re looking for a Fractional CFO to join MIKUTA on a flexible basis, dedicating 10–20 hours per week. This role is critical to addressing our current financial challenges, ensuring transparency, and building 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. You’ll also play a vital role in bringing greater visibility and strategic foresight to our finances.

If you have experience navigating the complexities of fashion or product brands, e-commerce, and international multi-company structures, this is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

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Responsibilities

• Develop and implement accurate cash flow forecasting to improve financial visibility and stability.
• Proactively identify financial risks and opportunities through rigorous internal analysis and diligence.
• 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.
• Enhance transparency 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.
• Oversee reporting processes at both entity and group levels, ensuring clarity on profitability and financial health.

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About You

• Exceptional english skills both verbal & written
• Proven experience as a CFO, Financial Consultant, or similar role, ideally in startups or scale-ups within the fashion, product, or e-commerce sectors.
• Strong expertise in cash flow management, budgeting, and financial strategy in complex multi-entity structures.
• Comfortable navigating international markets, with experience working across multiple subsidiaries and legal frameworks.
• Analytical and detail-oriented, with the ability to identify hidden risks and opportunities through data.
• Strategic thinker who can shift finance operations from reactive to proactive.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills, capable of effectively collaborating with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Aligned with MIKUTA’s values: Open Minded, Caring, Simplistic, Authentic, and Ambitious.

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Why MIKUTA?

At MIKUTA, you’ll have the opportunity to address meaningful challenges, shape the financial future of a global brand, and work alongside a passionate, driven team.

We value creativity, collaboration, and innovation, offering you the flexibility to make an impact while managing your time. This role offers a unique chance to lead, grow, and be part of an ambitious journey.

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How to Apply

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