LVMH Assistant Business Planning & Control Manager

LVMH, the world's preeminent luxury conglomerate, encompasses a portfolio of iconic fashion maisons such as CELINE, LOEWE, FENDI, and KENZO. Renowned for its commitment to excellence, LVMH offers a dynamic environment where innovation and tradition converge, providing unparalleled opportunities for career advancement and personal growth within the luxury sector.

1. Lead and support the annual budgeting and forecasting cycles, from initial framing to presentation to the regional office in Singapore.
2. Prepare and report monthly results, including variance analysis against budget and forecast, providing clear, insightful commentaries to regional stakeholders.
3. Act as a finance business partner to retail and operational teams, supporting initiatives to drive profitability and achieve operational targets.
4. Deliver ad-hoc financial analysis on sales, expenses, and spend to support commercial decision-making.
5. Prepare month-end accruals and journal entries, review OPEX, and complete month-end reporting.
6. Collaborate with the regional accounting team to optimize balance sheet performance, particularly cash and working capital.
7. Review monthly stock reconciliations with Hong Kong accounting and merchandising teams.
8. Monitor inventory performance and propose initiatives to optimize stock levels and mix.
9. Review legal and commercial contracts in collaboration with brands, legal teams, and landlords.
10. Support the internal control team in planning, executing, and reviewing annual retail audits across the store network.
11. Partner with logistics teams to plan and review stocktakes, with results reported to the regional office.
12. Monitor internal controls to ensure compliance with corporate governance standards and company policies.
13. Communicate and reinforce company guidelines to retail teams to ensure consistent compliance.
14. Ensure adherence to procedures relating to cash handling, credit card processing, petty cash, and sales float management.
15. Prepare and lodge statutory and regulatory requirements, including quarterly BAS, monthly IAS, monthly ABS sales declarations, and annual FBT submissions.
16. Prepare and lodge annual insurance declarations.
17. Coordinate with external stakeholders on annual transfer pricing disclosures.
18. Participate in, lead, or manage ad-hoc projects including boutique operations handbook updates, internal and external audits, wholesale-to-retail initiatives, and POS implementations.
19. Partner with retail teams on new investments and network expansion, including preparation of capital expenditure proposals for HQ approval.

1. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline.
2. CA or CPA qualified.

1. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
2. Confident communicator with the ability to partner effectively with senior stakeholders.
3. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a matrixed, multi-country environment.
4. Agile, proactive, and adaptable, with a mindset for continuous improvement.
5. Experience with Microsoft AX, SAP, and/or POS systems (e.g., Cegid) is desirable but not essential.

Minimum of 5 years in FP&A, management accounting, or a similar commercial finance role, with retail or FMCG experience highly regarded.

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline.

Joining a close-knit, high-performing team within the world's leading luxury group, with opportunities for collaboration, development, and long-term career growth.

LVMH fosters a culture of collaboration and innovation, valuing the contributions of its employees and offering a supportive environment for professional development. The company is committed to nurturing talent and providing a platform for career progression within the luxury industry.