Finance Business Partner (Retail Stores)

Decathlon Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Finance Business Partner to enhance decision-making and drive profitability in retail operations. In this dynamic role, you will optimize management processes, prepare financial reports, and collaborate closely with store leaders to improve key performance indicators. With a focus on accuracy and compliance, you will challenge current practices and propose innovative solutions. This position offers a supportive environment where your contributions will significantly impact the business. Join a team that values your passion for sports and provides opportunities for career growth and development.

Benefits

Variable monthly bonus

Generous staff discount

Comprehensive medical benefits

Shareholder opportunities

Career opportunities locally and globally

Opportunity to practice sports with team

Qualifications

• Over 2 years of experience as a finance business partner or auditor.
• Strong analytical skills with a focus on retail operations.

Responsibilities

• Optimize management duties and assist in decision-making for profitability.
• Prepare accurate accounting records and financial forecasts.

Skills

Finance Business Partnering

Auditing

Business Analysis

Financial Forecasting

Performance Monitoring

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting

Job description

Target Profile:

• Sports-Lover
• > 2 years of experience as a finance business partner or as an auditor.

Job Description:

• As a Finance Business Partner, optimize management duties and assist in decision-making to contribute to sustained profitability.
• Act as a counter-power, alert as needed, and propose corrective actions.
• Prepare and ensure all accounting records accurately reflect business reality and comply with company standards and local tax and accounting regulations.
• Communicate accounting figures clearly and effectively to operational contacts.
• Challenge current practices if necessary and propose new approaches.
• Serve as a reference in business analysis and insights.

Business Partner Responsibilities: Contribute to store decision-making.

• Develop a deep understanding of retail business activities, constraints, rhythms, and related risks (Online and Offline).
• Generate a comprehensive monthly Profit and Loss report to facilitate quick decision-making.
• Identify key performance indicators within retail operations and collaborate with store and operations leaders to improve them.
• Participate regularly in operational meetings, providing valuable insights appreciated by the store team.
• Work closely with finance partners in supply and logistics to share insights and drive value-chain synergies.

Management Accounting: Ensure reliable financial forecasts and optimize management processes.

• Assist store teams in ensuring the accuracy of forecasts (Sales, Margins, Hours, Stock, Expenses, Investment planning).
• Monitor KPIs with store leaders to track retail performance and drive improvements.
• Review the rolling 12-month plan regularly to support budgeting and performance evaluation.
• Alert management on stock and flow indicators, such as stock levels and rotations.

Financial Accounting: Ensure accurate financial information.

• Ensure Profit and Loss accounts accurately reflect income and expenses monthly, complying with company and local standards.
• Identify business activity risks and reflect them appropriately in financial records.
• Verify the completeness, existence, and accuracy of assets (Inventory, Fixed assets) with operations managers.
• Handle invoice booking, fixed asset management, and journal entries as part of accounting tasks.

Benefits:

• Salary commensurate with experience and capabilities.
• Variable monthly bonus (up to 10%) based on omnichannel performance.
• Generous staff discount on Decathlon products.
• Comprehensive medical and insurance benefits.
• Opportunity to become a shareholder with an annual option to invest in Decathlon shares.
• Wide range of career opportunities locally and globally.
• Opportunity to practice your passion sport with your team.