Brand Controller

Overview Join to apply for the Brand Controller - Richemont Australia role at Richemont We are looking for an experienced Finance Professional with exposure to Retail in Australia to support the business in Oceania as a Brand Controller.
Reporting to the Head of FP&A, Oceania and based in Sydney, this role will work closely with the relevant Regional FP&A Team and be responsible for the preparation, or providing support on, financial quarterly forecasts, annual budgeting processes or strategic plans for the assigned Richemont Functions and / or Maisons in Australia & New Zealand.
If you are a proven Finance Professional with a passion for luxury and financial business partnering, we welcome you to apply.
How will you make an impact?Budgeting and Planning Setting planning calendar with Functions/Maison(s) Heads according to HQ & Regional management calendars Deliver overall budgeting, monthly rolling, quarterly (LE), and "Year to Go" forecasting process in a timely and accurate manner Provide sound analyses, inputs and assumptions; review and challenge assumptions with local Functions/Maison(s) Management with a strategic and commercial mindset, while complying with accounting standards and Group policies Provide support to relevant stakeholders in the preparation of Business plan and presentation to Region/HQ (Strategic Plan / 3 or 5-Year Plans / Budget Presentation)Input budgets and forecasts in Anaplan and prepare required reports to Region/HQCommercial Support and Analysis Manage monthly performance reporting process for assigned Functions/Maison(s) with data integrity, quality analysis and commentary Monitor and partner with Functions/Maison(s) to ensure financials are captured on a timely basis Prepare monthly, year-end reports for management review and initiate regular discussion meetings Prepare schedules/reports for period closing and for HQ/Region/Local Management as required Provide variance analyses and commentary on actual performance for assigned Function/Maison(s)Support business in presentations & schedules for HQ/Region/Local Management Identify cost improvement areas and propose cost optimization opportunities Continue to monitor business and finance processes and propose/rollout process improvements Where appropriate, function as a Finance EXCO Member for the assignment Strategic Investment Planning / Business Support Evaluate new ventures for boutiques/offices - investment / divestment projects with 5-year plans, risk/opportunity assessments & break-even analyses via CARs Drive and lead financial projects and initiatives aligned with regional and group directions Ensure project strategies & plans comply with HQ / Group reporting & approval requirements Monitor actual costs of investment projects (CAPEX) vs CAR/Lease/Investment budgets Track completion of investment projects (CAPEX) and report Completion Forms timely Foster close partnership with the business to stay abreast of operations and improve efficiency Corporate Compliance IAS/IFRS compliance work where required, including year-end stock takes Support Internal Controls teams to ensure adherence to controls and proper documentation Identify risk areas and work with Compliance to address gaps Transversal Responsibilities Participate in Local/Regional transversal projects initiated by APAC, South Asia FP&A or the Head of FP&A, Oceania as assigned Experience and Qualifications University graduate; professional qualifications in Accounting (CPA / CA) preferred Minimum 5 years' experience in financial planning/controlling with accounting/auditing exposure Experience in matrix organizations; luxury or retail industry experience is advantageous Knowledge of SAP; exposure to Anaplan is advantageous Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel and Power Point); data analytics and financial modelling experience (Power BI, Power Query, Looker)Good spoken and written English Strong business partner mindset with commercial acumen High learning agility, analytical thinking, problem solving and ability to deliver under changing conditions Excellent relationship management and communication skills with stakeholders across finance and commercial topics Experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis and management reporting Ability to present confidently to various levels of the organization Ability to work independently in a highly matrixed organization Strong organizational and prioritization skills; attention to detail What makes our group different?We value freedom, collegiality, loyalty, and solidarity We foster empathy, curiosity, courage, humility, and integrity We care for the world we live in Your Journey with Us Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by our Talent Acquisition Partner to discuss the role Successful phone interview may lead to an interview with the Head of FP&A, Oceania and Senior HR Manager Final stages include meetings with the local Finance Director and Regional team Employment will start after satisfactory background checks
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