SSC Watch & Jewelry Hiring for Finance Analyst Job at Melbourne Full Time

Reporting to the Finance Manager, the Finance Analyst is responsible for the creation, preparation and analysis of the monthly financial reports including value-add commentary. They will be the driver of efficiencies and cost savings, playing a key role in the budget preparation and monitoring process.

Budgeting

• A key role in preparing elements of the budget for each of the brands
• Being a key contact for the profit/cost centre heads
• Preparation and ownership of the budget template files

Month-end preparation and reporting – Internal

• Gross margin analysis across all profit centres
• Creation, preparation of monthly financial reports covering profit and loss by profit/cost centre and internal management reports including detailed commentary/variance analysis
• Driving change management and efficiencies in opex control
• Regular meetings with the budget owners to drive discussion on opex improvement

Finance project implementation and Internal Control

• Taking the lead on implementation of finance projects led by HQ
• Working cross-departmentally to liaise roll out of projects with key stakeholders
• Proactive identification and support of continuous improvement initiatives
• Documenting and testing internal controls for design and operating effectiveness in accordance with the risk framework

Month-end preparation and reporting – HQ

• Managing the general ledger (in conjunction with the Financial Accountant) including the monthly balance sheet reconciliations including provisions and inter-company reconciliations
• Reporting to Switzerland via the consolidation platform

About You

To be successful in this position, you will possess the following:

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Commerce, Business or Finance
• CA, CPA or equivalent qualification preferred
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar role, preferably within wholesale or retail industry
• Strong commercial acumen and demonstrated experience of executing and delivering continuous improvement initiatives to optimise cost and operations
• Proven ability to work effectively with teams and to business partner with a variety of stakeholders.
• Strong time management skills and the ability to prioritize tasks and hit deadlines.
• Strong ability to solve problems, offer solutions and make decisions
• Advanced skills in MS Excel
• In depth technical knowledge of (and ability to source) Australian Accounting Standards is a plus
• Knowledge of SAP is a plus

LVMH Watch & Jewellery is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to provide a culture that is diverse, inclusive and respects and celebrates our differences. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, family or parental status or disability status.

If you are interested in this role, please send your CV and a cover letter explaining why you are the right person for us.