Senior Business Controller

Reporting to the Chief Finance Officer you will be in charge of the following activities:

Financial Analysis and Reporting:

• Conduct in-depth financial analysis of each brand's performance, including revenue, margin, operating profit, and working capital metrics.

• Prepare timely and accurate financial reports and presentations for senior management, highlighting key insights and trends.

Margin Improvement Strategies:

• Develop and implement strategies to optimize gross margins across our portfolio of brands, including pricing optimization, cost reduction initiatives, and product mix analysis.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including sales, marketing, and operations, to identify opportunities for margin enhancement.

• Partner with brand managers to establish targets and action plans for improving operating profit performance.

• Analyze operating expenses and identify opportunities for efficiency gains and cost savings without compromising brand growth and customer experience.

Working Capital Management:

• Monitor and manage working capital metrics, including inventory turnover, accounts receivable days, and accounts payable days per brand.

• Implement strategies to optimize working capital efficiency while balancing inventory levels and brand requirements.

Forecasting and Budgeting:

• Lead the annual budgeting and monthly forecasting processes for each brand, working closely with brand managers and finance teams to develop accurate and achievable financial plans.

• Provide variance analysis and insights to explain actual performance against budget and forecast targets.

Risk Management:

• Identify and assess financial risks and opportunities within the business, including market trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.

• Develop risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans to protect and enhance financial performance.

Team Leadership:

• Manage and mentor a team of financial analysts, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.

• Ensure the professional development of team members through training and skill-building initiatives.

• Drive efficiency and effectiveness within the FP&A team, optimizing processes and workflows.

Competencies

• Excellent financial modeling and analytical skills.

• Excellent communication and presentation abilities, with the capacity to convey complex financial concepts to diverse audiences

• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights and recommendations.

• Strategic thinker

• Good people leadership

• English proficiency in both writing and speaking

• Ability to effectively make decisions with limited time and information

• Achieve results through influence, persuasion, collaboration, and relationship building

• Maturity and gravitas

Experience and other requirements

• Degree qualified in Finance and Accounting area

• Big 4 advisory / audit background / CFA is a plus

• FP&A/Controlling experience