International Senior Finance Controller

your missions

Regional Controlling

• Guide and challenge regional long-term financial planning (“Financial Dynamics”) and support the strategic business plan.
• Ensure optimal working capital and resource allocation in line with Maison strategy; highlight risks and opportunities (e.g., boutique investments).
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and support regional management in driving operational efficiency.

Financial Planning, Performance Reporting & Analysis

• Support the coordination of regional budgeting and monthly forecasting processes according to HQ and Group guidelines.
• Analyze monthly results for multiple subsidiaries (costs, DSO, Capex, headcount, margins, and discounts).
• Monitor and report on consolidated operating expenses (monthly follow-up, budgeting, and ad-hoc analysis).
• Lead the development and optimization of management reporting tools.
• Conduct regional performance analyses (e.g., commission schemes, profitability).

Transversal Projects

• Partner with business stakeholders to design and execute solutions for complex business challenges.

Other Responsibilities

• Collaborate on preparing and participating in major finance presentations (Executive Committee, Monthly Updates, Budget meetings).
• Support and champion a strong internal control culture within the Maison.
• Ensure active compliance with company policies, procedures, and IAS standards.

your profile

• You have a Master’s Degree in Finance with 5 to 8 years of experience in a multi-cultural, matrixed environment (ideally within FMCG or a multinational Audit firm).
• Proven track record of managing, budgeting, and reporting against a full, sizeable P&L and Balance Sheet.
• Solid understanding of Management Accounting under IFRS, and the connection between reporting, accounting, and financial controls.
• Excellent analytical and synthesis skills with the ability to evaluate consolidated international data (from manufacturing to distribution).
• Outstanding communication skills to build close relationships with regional management; fluent English is required, and French is a plus.
• Proactive mindset with a strong ability to anticipate business issues and propose strategic solutions.
• Highly proficient in financial query and BI tools such as SAP (SEM & BW), Anaplan, PowerBI, or Looker.