FP&A Controlling Manager

Richemont, one of the world leaders in the luxury sector, has various Houses specializing in jewelry, watches and high-end accessories. Each Maison proudly embodies a tradition of style, quality and craftsmanship and Richemont strives to preserve the heritage and identity specific to each of them. At the same time, we are committed to innovating and designing new products in line with the values ​​of our Houses, through a process of permanent creativity.

JOB TITLE

FP&A Cotrolling Manager – Fashion and Accessories Maisons

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Strategic Business Partnering:

• Serve as a strategic partner to Maison management, providing incisive financial guidance and challenging assumptions to drive market leadership and optimize business performance.
• Conduct in-depth financial analysis, including variance analysis, profitability analysis, cash flow optimization, and trend analysis, providing actionable insights that inform strategic direction.
• Collaborate with commercial, marketing, and operational teams to translate strategic objectives into financial outcomes, identify high-impact opportunities, and proactively mitigate risks.
• Support high-profile strategic projects and initiatives with robust financial analysis and recommendations.

• Performance Management & Reporting Excellence:

• Prepare timely and accurate financial reports, including monthly performance reviews, quarterly business reviews, and ad-hoc analyses for local, regional, and global stakeholders, ensuring clarity and strategic relevance.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide insights into performance trends, highlighting areas for strategic improvement.
• Ensure rigorous compliance with Richemont Group financial policies, procedures, and internal controls, safeguarding the Maison's financial integrity.

• Management:
  • Manage team member(s) through direct coaching and guidance.
  • Develop talent.
  • Support regional and HQ office counterparts to understand the local market by providing various forms of financial analysis.

• Data-Driven Insights:

• Demonstrate a strong ability to deal with large amounts of data.
• Utilize various data sources and analytical tools to enhance reporting and forecasting accuracy.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field; CPA, ACCA, or equivalent professional qualification is a plus.
• 5 years of relevant experience in controlling, FP&A, or a similar analytical role, preferably in a matrix environment with a multinational luxury retail company.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and mechanisms (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cashflow).
• Demonstrated ability to deal with large amounts of data and strong analytical skills, with a focus on extracting strategic value.
• Unwavering integrity, meticulous attention to detail, and a steadfast commitment to accuracy.
• Strong business partnering capabilities, with the ability to strategically influence and collaborate effectively across all levels of an organization, driving impact.
• International exposure through personal experience and previous roles, demonstrating an understanding of global business contexts and luxury markets.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex financial information clearly and concisely to diverse, non-financial stakeholders, inspiring confidence and action.
• Animate by coaching and developing talent
• Native proficiency in Korean and fluent in English (written and spoken).

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in a financial role covering the full spectrum of Financial Planning & Analysis, accounting, and general finance.
• Willingness to challenge the status quo.
• Client-centric driven mindset.
• Management experience.
• Good communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to professionally manage time and prioritize multiple responsibilities.
• Fluent in English (speaking, listening, writing and presenting).

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