25 Nov 2020

Full Time GUCCI Business Controller

for Kering – Sydney

Job Description

About us

Through our new contemporary vision at Gucci we are inventing a wholly modern approach to fashion and redefining luxury for the 21st century.
As part of the global luxury group Kering, we are committed to ‘empowering imagination’ in a sustainable manner and encouraging our employees to flourish. Join our passionate journey and fulfill your potential and creativity.
We are currently seeking a Business Controller as part of our dynamic team in Australia.

Job Description

Your Opportunity

The role of a Business Controller will implement and maintain strong internal controls to ensure compliance with company policy and Australian International Financial Reporting Standards (AIFRS)

How you will contribute

Ensure financial closing is accurate and complies with company deadlines, and that the reporting package reflects a true and fair view of the business in accordance with accounting standards
Preparation and review of the annual operating budget and semiannual operating forecasts
Responsible for month end financial accounting, including all journals, accruals, prepayments
Prepare Management Reporting Package (MRP) and other monthly financial reports, including Ageing, CAPEX, Sales, Cash, IC reconciliation, Store P & L
Manage the upkeep of corporate governance standards and measures and ensuring compliance to statutory requirements
Liaise with internal and external auditors and government authorities on auditing
Conduct accurate Intercompany Accounting with other Gucci entities
Ensure all business-related travel and entertainment is correctly authorized and expenses tracked against budget
Track actual expenditures against budget and make recommendations that result in cost reductions and profit improvement
Ensure inventory is correctly costed & receipted in the Movex as per LGI invoice
Assisting Kering logistic team with monthly tracking and ad hoc analysis
Responsible for the effective management and control of cash and bank accounts to ensure efficient use of working capital
Responsible for the effective management and control of the divisions’ assets, including maintenance of the Fixed Asset Register
Work closely with shared service team under KERING Group whom supports Gucci on some transactional activities for Accounts Payables, Accounts Receivables, General Ledger and Fixed Assets
And/or any other ad hoc projects or responsibilities as required

Who you are

Qualified accountant with post qualification experience within a multinational environment
An exceptionally strong operational accounting background with exposure in a compliance role
Strong analytical and numeric skills with budgeting, forecasting and planning exposure
Mature with effective communication skills with drive, innovation and strong sense of commitment and adaptive to change
Hands on approach to problem solving and the ability to work under pressure
Ability to manage competing demands and prioritize initiatives in a fluid and dynamic sometimes ambiguous environment
Excellent team player with proven ability to partner with finance and non-finance stakeholders
Strong excel skills with experience on ERP (JD Edwards, SAP and Hyperion a plus)

Why work with us?

This is a great opportunity to join the Gucci adventure and to actively contribute to the development of the business by becoming part of a thriving Atelier in a global Luxury Group that offers endless possibilities to learn and grow. Talent development is a managerial principle at Kering and we are committed to fostering internal mobility. Our common vision promotes leadership skills and helps every employee to reach their full potential in a stimulating and fulfilling workplace environment.

Gucci is committed to building a diverse workforce. We believe diversity in all its forms – gender, age, nationality, culture, religious beliefs and sexual orientation – enriches the workplace. It opens opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to adapt to a changing world. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background.

Job Type:Regular

Start Date: 2020-12-01

Schedule:Full time

Organization:GUCCI AUSTRALIA PTY LTD