Cartier International Finance Controller

Cartier is a global Maison renowned for high‑end jewellery and watchmaking and operates within an international luxury environment. As part of the Richemont group, the brand combines heritage craftsmanship with sophisticated global operations and maintains centralized finance functions that support cross‑border reporting and compliance.

1. Lead and execute monthly, quarterly and annual close activities for assigned entities, ensuring accurate P&L and balance sheet reporting.
2. Prepare consolidated financial statements in accordance with applicable accounting standards and support group reporting requirements.
3. Analyse variances against budget and forecast, deliver actionable commentary to business leaders and propose remedial measures.
4. Coordinate with local finance teams across jurisdictions to reconcile intercompany balances and resolve accounting issues.
5. Support statutory audits, tax audits and internal control reviews; ensure adherence to internal control frameworks and group policies.
6. Drive process improvements and automation initiatives within consolidation, reporting and close cycles (ERP and reporting tools).
7. Contribute to forecasting, budgeting and long‑range planning cycles; deliver scenario analysis for international operations.
8. Provide ad‑hoc financial analyses and project support for cross‑functional initiatives, mergers/acquisitions or system implementations.

1. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or equivalent; Master’s degree or professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, CPA) preferred.
2. Demonstrable technical knowledge of IFRS and multi‑GAAP reporting.
3. Proven ability to manage month‑end close and statutory/consolidation processes in a multinational environment.
4. Strong analytical and communication skills with the capacity to synthesize complex financial data for senior stakeholders.
5. Rigorous approach to internal controls, compliance and audit readiness.
6. Fluency in English required; additional languages are an asset (language requirements not specified in source).

1. IFRS
2. Statutory consolidation
3. SAP (FI/CO)
4. SAP BPC or Hyperion / HFM (financial consolidation tools)
5. Advanced Microsoft Excel
6. Financial reporting and analysis
7. Intercompany reconciliation
8. Budgeting & forecasting
9. Internal controls / SOX compliance
10. Multi‑currency accounting

Typically 5+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, with prior responsibility for consolidation, group reporting or controlling within international or multi‑entity organisations; experience in luxury goods or retail is advantageous.

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field required; Master’s degree or professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, CPA) preferred.

Cartier fosters a culture of craftsmanship, discretion and excellence, blending a deep respect for heritage with a modern, international corporate structure. The workplace emphasizes high standards, cross‑functional collaboration and opportunities to contribute to global finance initiatives within a prestigious luxury brand.