YOUR MOMENT IS NOW: DIVE INTO THE RETAIL AND LUXURY INDUSTRY AT LOUIS VUITTON MEDITERRANEAN
Are you enthusiastic about the world of luxury and excited about the prospect of working in a vibrant and dynamic environment? Then you're in the right place! At Louis Vuitton, we're seeking talented and motivated individuals who want to immerse themselves in the thrilling universe of luxury and gain unique experience as part of our Head Office team.
WHO ARE WE?
Our French fashion house stands as a beacon of craftsmanship, innovation, and excellence, shaping the global luxury landscape. For over 150 years, individuals at Louis Vuitton have shared a spirit of passion and mastery, crafting careers filled with opportunity and adventure. Explore, innovate, and create with us - your extraordinary career awaits. Embark on a journey with Louis Vuitton, a symbol of luxury and elegance since 1854, and apply now to discover your potential with us.
YOUR MISSION
Louis Vuitton is looking for a Financial Controller with a strong focus on Internal Control and compliance for the Mediterranean region. The Financial Controller is in charge of monitoring Financial Planning and Analysis as well as Internal Control / Financial Operation within the whole Mediterranean zone (Spain, Portugal, Morocco, Greece, Israel, Turkey and Kazakhstan).
The Financial Controller is a key business partner for the region, being part of the regional finance team based in Madrid Head Office. He reports to the Regional Controlling Manager.
In a fast-growing environment and in a strong retail development context, the Financial Controller is a strong support to the retail teams, the different regional business departments and the regional management. He supports the regional business through the different finance activities. He provides quality reports, financial analysis, business and operational support to the Mediterranean Region and the Paris EMEA Zone.
The Financial Controller travels regularly in the region to perform store operations reviews, reinforce internal control and ensure a good level of financial operations in all Mediterranean stores as well as the local requirements. Some travel to Paris to collaborate with Central and EMEA teams also occur.
Main responsibilities include the following:
Provide stores' Operations Support / Ensure good level of regional Internal Control and local regulations
Guarantee a strong level of internal control within the region for head office and Perform regular operational reviews in all Mediterranean stores including action plans. Continuously improve procedures within the region, with a positive business mindset Ensure compliance within all major Group and local Internal Control official frameworks such as ERICA for LVMH or Corporate Governance program. Perform monthly key internal controls (sensitive transactions, payments, inventory). Foster awareness of risk and control - encouraging a business culture that seeks continuous improvements. Optimize Regional Profitability: bring new ideas with creative and proactive spirit
Close follow-up of operational expenses Provide to each head office department details of budget and costs follow-up. Follow-up on stores running expenses. Guarantee a fluid Purchasing process in line with LV standards and budget Maintain contingency plan, analyze costs risk and opportunities. Support the regional teams through Financial Planning and Business Analysis
Follow-up of Retail activities, KPI's and financial operations Be a key business partner for the different heads of Provide related financial analysis, KPI reports and operational Prepare presentations / business reviews to the regional Support the departments to follow budget commitments. Add-hoc bidding processes as per the group guidelines. Monitor Budget and Recurring Financial Process
Carry out budget preparation and revision, in coordination with Paris EMEA teams. Prepare monthly closing and provide CFO and General Management with relevant analysis of the P&L vs. last year, budget and forecast. Participate in month-end meetings with EMEA Zone, presenting and analyzing the results. Master degree with minimum 5 years of experience as Business Controller in multinational company, ideally having an experience in Retail Sector. Strong Internal Control/Audit experience is a strong plus for the Mediterranean region.
The candidate must prove the following skills and experience:
Client oriented: always focus on external and internal customers on decision taken
Autonomous, business support and curious attitude, strong interpersonal skills
Highly results oriented, dynamic, positive and proactive
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Adaptability and flexibility in dealing with stakeholders in a regional multicultural context
Teamwork, collaboration, and hands-on attitude.
Luxury & retail industry awareness
Advanced analytical and computer skills, Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Basis of SAP and Syrus-Magnitude knowledge is a
Power-BI knowledge is a strong plus.
Fluent in English and other languages is a strong plus, especially Spanish or Turkish.
Louis Vuitton is a company that respects the uniqueness of each employee and offers everyone the means to find their place and prosper. We promote initiatives aimed at supporting professional equality for everyone. We strive to go above and beyond purely symbolic measures by building a culture passionate about meaningful strategies aimed at crafting an inclusive workforce. Master degree with minimum 5 years of experience as Business Controller in multinational company, ideally having an experience in Retail Sector. Strong Internal Control/Audit experience is a strong plus for the Mediterranean region.
The candidate must prove the following skills and experience:
Client oriented: always focus on external and internal customers on decision taken
Autonomous, business support and curious attitude, strong interpersonal skills
Highly results oriented, dynamic, positive and proactive
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Adaptability and flexibility in dealing with stakeholders in a regional multicultural context
Teamwork, collaboration, and hands-on attitude.
Luxury & retail industry awareness
Advanced analytical and computer skills, Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Basis of SAP and Syrus-Magnitude knowledge is a
Power-BI knowledge is a strong plus.
Fluent in English and other languages is a strong plus, especially Spanish or Turkish.
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