About the job
Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
1. Lead, coach and develop a high-performing Controlling team
2. Drive budgeting, forecasting and performance management across product categories, Marketing activities, and all corporate functions
3. Partner closely with commercial and functional teams to optimize business performance, margin management, strengthen promotional effectiveness and cost efficiency
4. Drive the central Controlling and Finance agenda with both central and local stakeholders
5. Deliver clear, actionable financial insights to senior management to support decisions on product portfolio mix, Marketing investments, trend analysis, and strategic recommendations
6. Support corporate functions with end-to-end cost control, including cost planning, management, analysis, and insights driven reporting with strategic recommendations
7. Safeguard robust, timely, and accurate reporting in line with internal and external financial standards
8. Design, enhance, and standardize controlling frameworks, tools, and KPIs to monitor global market performance and identify growth opportunities
9. Lead business cases for investments and support and long-term strategic and financial planning
About you
We are looking for a unique and amazing talent, who brings along the following:
10. University degree, preferably in economics, business administration, business accounting, or finance
11. Minimum 8+ years of senior experience in Controlling, FP&A or Commercial Finance, strong background in FMCG or luxury/fashion retailing is a must
12. Proven track record in operating at a global level, including leading cross-functional teams and managing global stakeholders
13. Strong analytical mindset, strategic thinking, problem solving and financial modelling skills
14. Providing a business and commercial acumen with a proactive, independent, and consulting-style mindset
15. Excellent communication skills, including an ability to summarize complex issues into simple, concise messages and recommendations
16. Experience of working in a matrix organization and collaborating with other functional teams
17. Fluent oral and written communications skills in English
18. Advanced proficiency in SAP BW, Power BI and advanced skills in Microsoft Excel (incl. financial data modelling and scenario analysis) and PowerPoint
What we offer
You can expect a range of benefits, including:
19. Learning and career development programs to help you grow
20. A global employee assistance program offering support in the areas of mental, physical, and emotional health, managerial support as well as financial and legal matters
21. Hybrid and flexible work options to support your work-life balance
22. Paid volunteering leave to support causes that matter to you
23. Exclusive employee discounts on Swarovski products
24. Full coverage of accident insurance
25. Attractive pension fund conditions
26. Subsidized public transportation or free parking
27. Employee canteen with buffet