FP&A Manager

We are an international company who is fast-paced and growing, specialised in manufacturing and distributing luxury fragrances and cosmetics.

We hold a portfolio that includes Tommy Hilfiger, Florence By Mills, Dolce & Gabbana, Chopard Parfums, Elie Saab Parfums and more, with offices in the UK, USA, Switzerland, France and Italy.

Position Description

We are looking for a pro-active and flexible FP&A manager to join our Finance department and support the growth of our group, improving our controlling, reporting and forecasting processes.

As part of the Finance team, the FP&A manager will work in close relation with Sales, Demand Planning, Marketing and Operation executives as a business partner and plays a key role in setting up and improving processes.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• High level analyst who can provide insight to the top management as well as being hands-on on accounting topics

• Understanding, anticipation and reporting of finance and business risks & opportunities

• Build Financial models for actual and future projects

• Monthly reports:

o Sales by product/brand, region/state + forecast

o Shipments and retail selling results + forecast

o Profitability by customer/brands/markets

o Cost analysis, forecasting and recommendation

o Simulation, Financial models, budget modelling and KPIs

o Comparisons vs previous year, budget, forecast, plan

• Prepare the budgets, reforecast, and 3-year business plans, including marketing costs by region

• Operational stock control and insight: COGS analysis by product, rotation, stock reconciliation

• New projects business plans: analysis and monitoring

• Intercompany transaction reporting and transfer prices control

• In collaboration with the accounting team, ensures all areas of the Balance Sheet and Income statement are controlled each month

• Gathering and analyzing the market and internal financial information

• Automate processes, and be a key user in new IT projects

• Be part of new development projects

Essential Requirements:

• Multi-tasking and open to additional responsibilities

• Ability to pay attention to details and focus on accuracy

• Strong Communicator and can present financial information effectively

• Strong Excel skills

• Proactivity and problem-solving attitude

• Ability to work independently, demonstrate initiative and exercise judgment

• Respect of Strict deadlines and process’s