Director of Costing, Margin, Reporting and Compliance
About the role
Joseph Ribkoff designs classic and contemporary garments for fashion-forward women with a youthful state of mind. Each one of our carefully tailored pieces offers the effortless fashion, fit, and quality that we’ve been synonymous with.
Over the years, the brand has blossomed into a touchstone for timeless, youthful style. Driven by a passion that has never ceased to propel our company’s vision, Joseph Ribkoff has been an ally to women, dressing them with flair and perfect fit for over 65 years. From our quality and distinctly designed products to our unwavering commitment to retail partners, Joseph Ribkoff’s values resonate in everything we do and create.
Today, his legacy lives on through the work of a devoted, talented team operating from the four corners of the world. Sold in over 60 international markets, Joseph Ribkoff is a global emblem of quality and elegance.
Montreal Corporate Head Office, where most of their employees are based, offers career opportunities in Design, Operations, Sales, Marketing, Finance, IT and HR as well as in the Production and Warehousing facilities.
Position Overview The Director will be responsible for overseeing the integrity and optimization of costing, gross margin management, and financial reporting across the business. This individual will also lead compliance initiatives to ensure financial controls and global reporting standards are upheld. Acting as a strategic partner to both Finance and Operations, the Director will drive profitability insights, margin discipline, and reporting excellence to support sustainable growth and private equity value creation objectives.
Responsibilities Costing & Margin Management
- Oversee product costing methodologies, ensuring accurate allocation of materials, labor, freight, and overhead.
- Partner with Production, Supply Chain, and Merchandising teams to assess cost efficiency and recommend margin-improvement strategies.
- Monitor actual vs. planned margins, highlighting risks and opportunities by product line, channel, and market.
- Implement robust costing and pricing models to support new product development and market expansion.
Reporting & Analysis
- Lead preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual management reporting packages, providing clear insights on margin, cost drivers, and financial KPIs.
- Develop reporting dashboards for senior leadership, integrating operational and financial metrics.
- Ensure accuracy, consistency, and timeliness of reporting across global entities.
- Support budgeting and forecasting cycles with deep analysis of cost trends and margin expectations.
Compliance & Controls
- Maintain strong internal controls related to costing, reporting, and compliance with international accounting standards.
- Oversee compliance with taxation, transfer pricing, and trade regulations across multiple jurisdictions.
- Work closely with external auditors and advisors to ensure adherence to reporting and compliance obligations.
- Establish and continuously improve compliance frameworks, policies, and training across the organization.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONs And Core Competencies
- CPA designation (or equivalent) required.
- 8–12 years of progressive finance experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role in apparel, retail, or consumer products.
- Proven expertise in product costing, gross margin analysis, and financial reporting.
- Strong understanding of IFRS and international compliance requirements.
- Experience in a private equity–backed environment is an asset.
- Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, or similar) and advanced Excel/BI tools.
- Bilingual (French/English) strongly preferred.
- Strategic and analytical thinker with strong business acumen.
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Ability to balance detail orientation with high-level strategic insights.
- Proactive leadership style with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Strong integrity and commitment to compliance and governance.
Why Join Joseph Ribkoff?
This is a unique opportunity to shape the financial backbone of a Canadian fashion leader with strong international momentum. The role offers the chance to influence profitability, drive compliance excellence, and play a key role in the brand’s next phase of growth.
Joseph Ribkoff is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.
About Joseph Ribkoff Inc.
Joseph Ribkoff creates designs that reflect an in-depth understanding of fashion trends and consumer preferences for resort, cruise, office, formal, or evening wear.
Founded over 65 years ago, we are an international brand, primarily produced in Canada and sold to 62 international markets.
Headquartered in Montreal, Quebec Canada where more than 400 of their 500 employees are based. The Montreal location includes the corporate offices, production and warehouse facilities.
Joseph Ribkoff's reputation is built on the versatility, affordability and quality of their collections along with their unmatched excellence in customer service. While many fashion houses have faced significant headwinds, Joseph Ribkoff continues to grow revenue and profitability year after year. Today, Joseph Ribkoff proudly stands out as one of the leading exporters in the Canadian fashion industry.
Joseph Ribkoff crée une collection tendance de vêtements de croisière, de bureau ou de soirée.
Fondée il y a plus de 65 ans, nous sommes une marque internationale qui produit principalement au Canada et vendue dans 62 marchés internationaux.
Basée à Montréal, Québec Canada, où plus de 400 de ses 500 employés y travaillent. Les bureaux corporatifs, la production et les entrepôts sont situés à Montréal.
La réputation de Joseph Ribkoff repose sur la polyvalence, le caractère abordable et la qualité de ses collections, ainsi que sur son excellence inégalée en matière de service à la clientèle. Alors que l’industrie de la mode fait face à des changements importants, Joseph Ribkoff continue à augmenter ses revenus et sa rentabilité année après année. Aujourd'hui, Joseph Ribkoff est fier de figurer parmi les principaux exportateurs de l'industrie canadienne de la mode.
Director of Costing, Margin, Reporting and Compliance
About the role
Joseph Ribkoff designs classic and contemporary garments for fashion-forward women with a youthful state of mind. Each one of our carefully tailored pieces offers the effortless fashion, fit, and quality that we’ve been synonymous with.
Over the years, the brand has blossomed into a touchstone for timeless, youthful style. Driven by a passion that has never ceased to propel our company’s vision, Joseph Ribkoff has been an ally to women, dressing them with flair and perfect fit for over 65 years. From our quality and distinctly designed products to our unwavering commitment to retail partners, Joseph Ribkoff’s values resonate in everything we do and create.
Today, his legacy lives on through the work of a devoted, talented team operating from the four corners of the world. Sold in over 60 international markets, Joseph Ribkoff is a global emblem of quality and elegance.
Montreal Corporate Head Office, where most of their employees are based, offers career opportunities in Design, Operations, Sales, Marketing, Finance, IT and HR as well as in the Production and Warehousing facilities.
Position Overview The Director will be responsible for overseeing the integrity and optimization of costing, gross margin management, and financial reporting across the business. This individual will also lead compliance initiatives to ensure financial controls and global reporting standards are upheld. Acting as a strategic partner to both Finance and Operations, the Director will drive profitability insights, margin discipline, and reporting excellence to support sustainable growth and private equity value creation objectives.
Responsibilities Costing & Margin Management
- Oversee product costing methodologies, ensuring accurate allocation of materials, labor, freight, and overhead.
- Partner with Production, Supply Chain, and Merchandising teams to assess cost efficiency and recommend margin-improvement strategies.
- Monitor actual vs. planned margins, highlighting risks and opportunities by product line, channel, and market.
- Implement robust costing and pricing models to support new product development and market expansion.
Reporting & Analysis
- Lead preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual management reporting packages, providing clear insights on margin, cost drivers, and financial KPIs.
- Develop reporting dashboards for senior leadership, integrating operational and financial metrics.
- Ensure accuracy, consistency, and timeliness of reporting across global entities.
- Support budgeting and forecasting cycles with deep analysis of cost trends and margin expectations.
Compliance & Controls
- Maintain strong internal controls related to costing, reporting, and compliance with international accounting standards.
- Oversee compliance with taxation, transfer pricing, and trade regulations across multiple jurisdictions.
- Work closely with external auditors and advisors to ensure adherence to reporting and compliance obligations.
- Establish and continuously improve compliance frameworks, policies, and training across the organization.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONs And Core Competencies
- CPA designation (or equivalent) required.
- 8–12 years of progressive finance experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role in apparel, retail, or consumer products.
- Proven expertise in product costing, gross margin analysis, and financial reporting.
- Strong understanding of IFRS and international compliance requirements.
- Experience in a private equity–backed environment is an asset.
- Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, or similar) and advanced Excel/BI tools.
- Bilingual (French/English) strongly preferred.
- Strategic and analytical thinker with strong business acumen.
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Ability to balance detail orientation with high-level strategic insights.
- Proactive leadership style with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Strong integrity and commitment to compliance and governance.
Why Join Joseph Ribkoff?
This is a unique opportunity to shape the financial backbone of a Canadian fashion leader with strong international momentum. The role offers the chance to influence profitability, drive compliance excellence, and play a key role in the brand’s next phase of growth.
Joseph Ribkoff is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.
About Joseph Ribkoff Inc.
Joseph Ribkoff creates designs that reflect an in-depth understanding of fashion trends and consumer preferences for resort, cruise, office, formal, or evening wear.
Founded over 65 years ago, we are an international brand, primarily produced in Canada and sold to 62 international markets.
Headquartered in Montreal, Quebec Canada where more than 400 of their 500 employees are based. The Montreal location includes the corporate offices, production and warehouse facilities.
Joseph Ribkoff's reputation is built on the versatility, affordability and quality of their collections along with their unmatched excellence in customer service. While many fashion houses have faced significant headwinds, Joseph Ribkoff continues to grow revenue and profitability year after year. Today, Joseph Ribkoff proudly stands out as one of the leading exporters in the Canadian fashion industry.
Joseph Ribkoff crée une collection tendance de vêtements de croisière, de bureau ou de soirée.
Fondée il y a plus de 65 ans, nous sommes une marque internationale qui produit principalement au Canada et vendue dans 62 marchés internationaux.
Basée à Montréal, Québec Canada, où plus de 400 de ses 500 employés y travaillent. Les bureaux corporatifs, la production et les entrepôts sont situés à Montréal.
La réputation de Joseph Ribkoff repose sur la polyvalence, le caractère abordable et la qualité de ses collections, ainsi que sur son excellence inégalée en matière de service à la clientèle. Alors que l’industrie de la mode fait face à des changements importants, Joseph Ribkoff continue à augmenter ses revenus et sa rentabilité année après année. Aujourd'hui, Joseph Ribkoff est fier de figurer parmi les principaux exportateurs de l'industrie canadienne de la mode.