Business Controller

Richemont; Dubai; On-site; AED 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading luxury goods company in Dubai seeks a Business Controller to oversee financial planning, monitor performance across various markets, and support strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate should possess a BA/BSc in Finance, have over 5 years of experience in financial controlling, and be proficient in SAP and financial analysis tools. This role requires strong analytical skills, the ability to manage complex structures, and excellent communication abilities. The position is pivotal for maintaining the company’s financial health across UAE and other markets.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of direct experience in financial controlling / FP&A.
• Strong base knowledge of accounting, finance, and operational principles.
• Used to working under pressure with tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support financial planning including forecasting and budgeting.
• Drive insightful analysis and financial visibility.
• Review capital investment requests for retail and wholesale development.

Skills

Financial modelling

Analytical skills

Project management

Presentation skills

Problem-solving skills

Proficiency in Excel

Fluent in English

Education

BA/BSc degree in Finance/Accounting or Business

CPA or MBA (or equivalent)

Tools

SAP ERP

Power BI

Looker Studio

Job description

Reference code: JR125265

Richemont owns some of the world’s leading luxury goods Maisons, with particular strengths in jewellery, fine watches and premium accessories. Each Maison represents a proud tradition of style, quality and craftsmanship and Richemont seeks to preserve the heritage and identity of each of its Maisons. At the same time, we are committed to innovation and designing new products which are in keeping with our Maisons’ values, through a process of continuous creativity.

Role Description

The Business Controller is a key member of the FP&A team based in Dubai and is pivotal to the achievement of the financial results of the business.

The role monitors the commercial and financial performance of 3 SWM Maisons within the Specialist Watchmaker division.

Your scope of activity covers retail distribution within our UAE and KSA markets and wholesale partner activity in India, Türkiye, South Africa and other GCC markets.

In addition to the coordination and consolidation of all the distribution activities, the Business Controller is also specifically responsible for the largest of our markets, the UAE.

This position reports to the Regional FP&A Senior Manager and acts as key partner to the Regional Brand Directors and Brand HQ Finance teams based in Europe.

Main responsibilities

• Support financial planning activities: including monthly/quarterly forecast and variance analysis, annual budgeting, strategic plans, and budget presentations
• Performing activities linked to the closing of monthly actuals, as per the Group’s reporting deadlines
• Driving insightful analysis and financial visibility through financial modelling and scenario analysis to enable strategic and operational decision‑making
• Working closely with the Regional Brand Directors to provide recommendations and guidance on actions necessary to achieve financial targets, accelerate growth, manage costs
• Reviewing capital investment requests for retail and wholesale channel development to support growth initiatives
• Contributing to the development of a strong compliance culture and implementing best practices

Profile

Experience

• BA/BSc degree Finance/Accounting or Business; CPA or MBA (or equivalent) preferred
• 5+ years of direct experience in financial controlling / FP&A
• Strong base knowledge of accounting, finance, and operational principles
• Solid budgeting/forecasting/reporting background
• Experience in managing complex structures with multiple stakeholders
• Used to working under pressure, adhering to tight deadlines with ability to prioritize
• Proven ability to work with all levels of management and with cross‑functional teams

Essential Skills & Knowledge

• High learning agility with ability to deliver within a dynamic environment
• Proficient use of SAP ERP, financial analysis queries and data visualization tools (SAP Analytics Cloud, Power BI, Looker Studio)
• Strong proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint with strong presentation skills and ability to synthesize and simplify complex financial arguments
• Strong analytic, organization and problem‑solving skills
• Strong team mindset and project management skills
• Fluent (spoken and written) in English

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