Group Technology Junior Financial Controller

Richemont; Meyrin; Vor Ort; CHF 70.000 - 110.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Richemont in Meyrin, Switzerland, invites a finance professional to join Group Finance as a transversal cost controlling, planning and data services support role. 70% hands-on controlling with close collaboration with technology managers, 30% support to improve data quality and streamline administration.

You should have a university degree in finance or related field, 1–3 years of experience in a multinational, familiarity with SAP FICO, Anaplan and BI tools, knowledge of Python, strong Excel,

Qualifikationen

• University graduate in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in a finance or controlling role, preferably within a multinational environment.
• Familiarity with SAP FICO, Anaplan and/or BI tools is an asset.
• Knowledge of coding languages (like Python), AI prompts (Copilot), and/or RPA.
• Strong proficiency in Excel is required.
• Demonstrated interest in Technology topics, particularly in Digital, Infrastructure, and Data services areas.
• Fluent in English; French knowledge is a strong asset.

Aufgaben

• Oversee day-to-day financial operations for technology domains and cost centers, ensuring strong financial control.
• Contribute to monthly, quarterly and annual closes, including accruals and allocation cycles.
• Collaborate with Group Technology Managers to analyze financial performance and deliver ad-hoc reports.
• Support planning and forecasting cycles (Budget, Latest Estimate, Roadmap) and consolidate budget components.

Kenntnisse

Analytical skills

Excel

Communication

Curiosity

Time management

Proactivity

Technology interest

English fluency

French language

Ausbildung

University degree in Finance/Accounting/Business Administration/Engineering

Tools

SAP FICO

Anaplan

BI tools

Python

Jobbeschreibung

BACKGROUND

Embark on a unique opportunity to actively contribute to the financial landscape of our Group Platforms department.

In this transversal role, you will drive essential financial activities, primarily focusing on cost controlling, financial planning, and internal allocation model management. To succeed in this role, you should have a demonstrated interest in Technology topics, particularly in Digital, Infrastructure, and Data services areas. Your responsibilities will be dynamically split, with 70% dedicated to hands-on controlling tasks, working closely with managers to ensure financial rigor, and 30% focused on providing essential support to the wider controlling team, particularly in enhancing data quality and streamlining administrative functions.

HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT?

Responsibilities

As part of Group Finance and based in Meyrin, your responsibilities will encompass, but are not limited to, the following key areas:

Drive Financial Performance & Control

• Oversee day-to-day financial operations for our technology domains and cost centers, ensuring efficient and appropriate financial control systems.
• Actively contribute to monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing activities, including preparing accruals, reviewing commitments, and assisting with allocation cycles.
• Partner closely with Group Technology Managers to foster cost awareness and enhance understanding of financial performance, providing insightful analysis and ad-hoc reports.
• Support the tracking and monitoring of resources for key technology projects and initiatives.

Master Planning & Forecasting

• Play a key role in the planning and forecasting cycles (Budget, Latest Estimate, Roadmap), from data collection and analysis to presentation and report preparation.
• Assist in the review and consolidation of budget components (Investments, Operating expenses, Headcounts) for supported areas.
• Prepare preliminary management reports and conduct initial variance analysis against financial targets.

Ensure Financial Integrity & Compliance

• Support the Capital Approval Request (CAR) process and contribute to the follow-up of financial commitments, including budget assumption validation and vendor contract checks.
• Assist in the control and validation of Purchase Orders (PO) in close collaboration with the P2P team.
• Contribute to the maintenance and improvement of cost allocation models, ensuring accurate evaluation of internal and business services.
• Support the application of Richemont's internal controlling procedures, identifying and addressing potential gaps.

Champion Data Quality & Process Improvement

• Conduct regular and thorough checks on financial data quality within systems, particularly for time allocation entries and master data accuracy.
• Identify discrepancies, investigate root causes, and collaborate with stakeholders to resolve data integrity issues.
• Assist in collecting, validating, and consolidating financial data from various sources for reporting and analysis.
• Contribute to identifying and implementing process improvements within the controlling function, focusing on automation and efficiency.
• Provide support for ad-hoc financial analysis, data extraction, and special projects as required.

HOW WILL YOU EXPERIENCE SUCCESS WITH US?

Transversal skills

• Strong team spirit and communication skills with aptitude to collaborate transversally across various teams, organizations, and stakeholders.
• Curious to learn, develop, and contribute to challenging the status-quo.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with an ability to pay close attention to detail.
• Good organizational abilities with proactivity, and keen to work independently while managing ambiguity with guidance when necessary.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment under tight deadlines, and balance multiple priorities.

Education, experience and core competencies

• University graduate in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• 1 to 3 years’ experience in a finance or controlling role, preferably within a multinational environment. Relevant internships will be considered.
• Familiarity with SAP FICO, Anaplan and/or BI tools is an asset.
• Knowledge of coding languages (like Python), AI prompts (Copilot), and/or RPA.
• Strong proficiency in Excel is required
• Demonstrated interest in Technology topics, particularly in Digital, Infrastructure, and Data services areas.
• Fluent in English, French knowledge is a strong asset.

WHAT MAKES OUR GROUP DIFFERENT?

• We value curiosity, collegiality, loyalty, and solidarity.
• We foster empathy, excellence, courage, collaboration, and integrity.
• We care for the world we live in.