Brand Controller

OverviewJoin to apply for the Brand Controller - Richemont Australia role at RichemontWe 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 PlanningSetting planning calendar with Functions/Maison(s) Heads according to HQ & Regional management calendarsDeliver overall budgeting, monthly rolling, quarterly (LE), and "Year to Go" forecasting process in a timely and accurate mannerProvide 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 policiesProvide 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 AnalysisManage monthly performance reporting process for assigned Functions/Maison(s) with data integrity, quality analysis and commentaryMonitor and partner with Functions/Maison(s) to ensure financials are captured on a timely basisPrepare monthly, year-end reports for management review and initiate regular discussion meetingsPrepare schedules/reports for period closing and for HQ/Region/Local Management as requiredProvide variance analyses and commentary on actual performance for assigned Function/Maison(s)Support business in presentations & schedules for HQ/Region/Local ManagementIdentify cost improvement areas and propose cost optimization opportunitiesContinue to monitor business and finance processes and propose/rollout process improvementsWhere appropriate, function as a Finance EXCO Member for the assignmentStrategic Investment Planning / Business SupportEvaluate new ventures for boutiques/offices - investment / divestment projects with 5-year plans, risk/opportunity assessments & break-even analyses via CARsDrive and lead financial projects and initiatives aligned with regional and group directionsEnsure project strategies & plans comply with HQ / Group reporting & approval requirementsMonitor actual costs of investment projects (CAPEX) vs CAR/Lease/Investment budgetsTrack completion of investment projects (CAPEX) and report Completion Forms timelyFoster close partnership with the business to stay abreast of operations and improve efficiencyCorporate ComplianceIAS/IFRS compliance work where required, including year-end stock takesSupport Internal Controls teams to ensure adherence to controls and proper documentationIdentify risk areas and work with Compliance to address gapsTransversal ResponsibilitiesParticipate in Local/Regional transversal projects initiated by APAC, South Asia FP&A or the Head of FP&A, Oceania as assignedExperience and QualificationsUniversity graduate; professional qualifications in Accounting (CPA / CA) preferredMinimum 5 years' experience in financial planning/controlling with accounting/auditing exposureExperience in matrix organizations; luxury or retail industry experience is advantageousKnowledge of SAP; exposure to Anaplan is advantageousProficient in Microsoft Office (Excel and PowerPoint); data analytics and financial modelling experience (PowerBI, PowerQuery, Looker)Good spoken and written EnglishStrong business partner mindset with commercial acumenHigh learning agility, analytical thinking, problem solving and ability to deliver under changing conditionsExcellent relationship management and communication skills with stakeholders across finance and commercial topicsExperience in budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis and management reportingAbility to present confidently to various levels of the organizationAbility to work independently in a highly matrixed organizationStrong organizational and prioritization skills; attention to detailWhat makes our group different?
We value freedom, collegiality, loyalty, and solidarityWe foster empathy, curiosity, courage, humility, and integrityWe care for the world we live inYour Journey with UsShortlisted candidates will be contacted by our Talent Acquisition Partner to discuss the roleSuccessful phone interview may lead to an interview with the Head of FP&A, Oceania and Senior HR ManagerFinal stages include meetings with the local Finance Director and Regional teamEmployment will start after satisfactory background checks
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