Junior Financial Controller

Shiseido Cosmetics (America) Ltd.; Lombardia; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Shiseido is seeking a Junior Financial Controller to support the Italian affiliate with accurate reporting, KPI tracking, and budget monitoring. You will collaborate with Marketing, Sales, and Supply Chain teams to consolidate data, prepare month-end files, and assist in closing processes.

The role provides hands-on experience in financial management within a dynamic environment, emphasizing data integrity, internal controls, and cross-functional communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, or Accounting; master’s a plus.
• Internship or entry-level experience in Finance/Controlling is a plus.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills; attention to detail.
• Advanced Excel skills; SAP or ERP knowledge is a plus.
• Fluency in English preferred.
• Team orientation with clear communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing month-end reporting files, ensuring data accuracy and timely submissions.
• Support consolidation of financial statements, KPIs and dashboards for internal stakeholders.
• Contribute to checks and reconciliations during closing processes.
• Support budget and forecast updates by collecting data and updating templates.
• Help analyze variances between actuals, budget and forecast, highlighting key trends.
• Collaborate with the Controlling Manager and business teams to gather inputs and ensure alignment.
• Help monitor business KPIs across Marketing, Sales and Operations; prepare presentations for Management.

Skills

Bachelor degree

Finance experience

Analytical skills

Excel

Attention to detail

Prioritization

Communication

Proactive

English fluency

ERP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting

Master's degree a plus

Tools

SAP

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JUNIOR FINANCIAL CONTROLLER

MISSION

The Junior Financial Controller supports the Finance & Controlling team in ensuring accurate financial reporting, reliable performance analysis, and proper budget monitoring for the Italian affiliate.
Working closely with the Controlling Manager and cross‑functional teams (Marketing, Sales, Supply Chain, HR), the role contributes to data consolidation, budget follow‑up, internal controls, and month‑end reporting activities.

This position provides hands‑on experience in financial management, developing strong analytical, organizational and business partnering skills within a dynamic and fast‑paced environment.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in preparing month‑end reporting files, ensuring data accuracy and timely submissions.
• Support the consolidation of financial statements, KPIs and dashboards for internal stakeholders.
• Contribute to checks and reconciliations during closing processes.

2. Budgeting & Forecasting Assistance

• Support budget and forecast updates by collecting data and updating templates.
• Help analyze variances between actuals, budget and forecast, highlighting key trends.
• Collaborate with the Controlling Manager and business teams to gather inputs and ensure alignment.

3. Performance & KPI Tracking

• Assist in monitoring business KPIs across Marketing, Sales and Operations.
• Help prepare presentations and reports for Management and RHQ.
• Support A&P tracking and analysis of promotional investments.

4. Internal Controls & Compliance

• Contribute to internal control activities by maintaining documentation and verifying data consistency.
• Assist in preparing materials for auditors and external consultants.
• Support adherence to financial procedures and internal guidelines.

5. Cash Flow & Working Capital Support

• Help track basic cash flow indicators and working capital components.
• Assist in data preparation for cash‑flow updates and internal analysis.

6. Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Work with Marketing, Commercial and Supply Chain teams to gather inputs and validate data.
• Support business partners with financial insights and documentation requests.
• Ensure clear and consistent communication within the Finance team.

7. Administrative & Operational Tasks

• Assist with PO management, invoice follow‑up and financial documentation updates.
• Contribute to optimizing finance tools and improving reporting processes.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting or related fields (Master’s a plus).
• First relevant experience (internship or entry‑level role) in Finance, Controlling or Accounting is a plus.
• Solid analytical skills and willingness to work with numerical data.
• Proficiency in Excel; knowledge of SAP or other ERP systems is a plus.
• Attention to detail, accuracy and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Good communication skills and collaborative mindset.
• Proactive attitude, curiosity and problem‑solving approach.
• Fluency in English is preferred.
• Alignment with Trust8 principles:
  Think Big, Take Risks, Hands-on, Collaborate, Be Open, Act with Integrity, Be Accountable, Applaud Success.

The salary range for this position is €30,000 to €34,000 gross annual base salary. The final compensation package will be determined based on the candidate’s qualifications, skills, and experience, while maintaining internal equity and consistency.

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