Hermès Financial Controller

Pantin • France

Wednesday, January 8, 2025

Hermès, a prestigious French family-owned and independent company since 1837, is renowned for its creation, craftsmanship, and retailing of high-quality goods. With nearly 20,000 employees worldwide, Hermès is driven by a continuous entrepreneurial spirit and unwavering standards, fostering individual freedom and autonomy through responsible management. The company is dedicated to preserving exceptional craftsmanship through strong territorial roots, respecting both people and nature, which are sources of exceptional materials. Hermès' creativity is fueled by fifteen artisanal métiers, with collections showcased in over 300 stores globally.

1. Coordinate and update ERP data for accurate Industrial Cost Price (ICP) calculations, including purchase prices, bill of materials, and manufacturing ranges.
2. Initiate ICP calculations in ERP to ensure correct stock valuation and margins during closing periods.
3. Analyze ICP variations and alert the Financial Directorate of any discrepancies.
4. Conduct annual real margin studies.
5. Prepare and distribute monthly sales reports for the executive committee.
6. Consolidate and analyze financial statements during accounting closures and forecasting phases.
7. Contribute to presentation materials and memos.
8. Consolidate investments across the Maison division and report budget deviations.
9. Prepare materials for Investment Committees.
10. Develop annual budgets and forecasts with the U.S. subsidiary.
11. Analyze risks and opportunities to anticipate impacts on revenue and year-end results.
12. Monitor budget deviations and collaborate on corrective measures.
13. Track and analyze royalties and their financial impacts.
14. Support operational teams and the Financial Directorate by developing dashboards for key expense monitoring.
15. Participate in strategic projects within the Maison division's Financial Control Directorate.
16. Conduct ad-hoc studies for the General and Financial Directorate.
17. Manage an intern.

1. Advanced degree in finance, management control, or accounting from a prestigious business school, engineering school, or recognized university.
2. 4 to 5 years of confirmed experience in management control, ideally in an industrial or international group setting.
3. Advanced proficiency in IT tools, particularly Excel and ERP systems. Knowledge of BI tools such as Power BI or Tableau is advantageous.
4. Strong understanding of financial and operational issues related to production and stock management.

1. Rigorous and organized with the ability to structure, analyze, and present complex financial data accurately.
2. Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret figures, identify discrepancies, and make relevant recommendations.
3. Proactive with a strong sense of priorities, able to anticipate needs, propose solutions, and meet deadlines in a demanding environment.
4. Excellent interpersonal skills, capable of collaborating with diverse stakeholders in a team and partnership spirit.
5. Adaptability and curiosity, eager to learn and contribute to structuring projects in a demanding and constantly evolving sector.
6. Professional proficiency in English, both written and spoken, for interaction with international subsidiaries.

4 to 5 years in management control, preferably in an industrial or international group environment.

Advanced degree in finance, management control, or accounting.

Competitive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and employee discounts.

Hermès fosters a culture of creativity, craftsmanship, and excellence, encouraging autonomy and entrepreneurial spirit within a supportive and responsible management framework. The company values the preservation of exceptional savoir-faire and respects both people and nature, creating a collaborative and innovative workplace environment.