Balenciaga Financial Controller, Europe

Balenciaga, a distinguished name in the luxury fashion industry, is renowned for its conceptual ready-to-wear collections and iconic leather goods. Established in 1917 by Cristóbal Balenciaga, the brand has maintained its reputation for uncompromising creativity and modern design. As part of the Kering Group since 2001, Balenciaga continues to influence the global fashion landscape under the artistic direction of Demna. The brand offers a dynamic and international work environment, fostering professional growth and excellence.

1. Develop the annual budget and forecast in collaboration with operational managers and local financial controllers to define OPEX and CAPEX levels for the European region; analyze and validate data submitted by country controllers.
2. Oversee monthly financial closings, including data submission into the reporting system (P&L, balance sheet, sales reports), and review and analyze sales, P&L, and balance sheets reported by country controllers.
3. Analyze variances against budgets and forecasts, ensuring account harmonization across entities.
4. Analyze country margins in collaboration with the inventory control team and communicate with the global finance team on closing matters.
5. Prepare and present the monthly European financial report to the EMEA President and European Financial Controller.
6. Monitor and analyze European performance in collaboration with local controllers (sales, store expenses, margins, inventory control) and check variances against the budget.
7. Coordinate local financial controllers and shared service centers during closing and budgeting processes, and on cross-functional project development.
8. Prepare analyses for various departments (Retail, HR, Merchandising, Store Planning, Global Finance, Inventory Control).
9. Collaborate with the accounting team to understand financial flows and monitor/analyze costs.
10. Participate in projects related to optimizing departmental information systems.

1. Degree from a business school, engineering school, or university with a specialization in finance/management control/audit.
2. 3 to 5 years of successful experience in management control, financial control, or audit.

1. Meticulous and organized with strong attention to detail.
2. Autonomous with a proactive mindset.
3. Excellent interpersonal skills and adaptability.
4. Ability to manage relationships with multiple stakeholders in a multicultural context.
5. Proficiency in computer tools, particularly Excel; knowledge of SAP and/or HFM is advantageous.
6. Fluent in English; proficiency in Italian is a plus.

3 to 5 years in management control, financial control, or audit.

Degree in finance, management control, or audit from a business school, engineering school, or university.

Balenciaga offers a stimulating and rewarding work environment with opportunities for professional development within the brand and the Kering Group.

Balenciaga fosters a passionate and dynamic team environment within an expanding international setting. The company is committed to professional development and encourages managers to build high-performing teams focused on excellence. Balenciaga values diversity and inclusivity, believing that varied perspectives enrich the workplace and enhance the customer experience. The company is dedicated to equal opportunity and supports employees in realizing their potential.