Swatch Group Retail Controller

The Swatch Group Netherlands is part of the global Swatch Group and serves as the sales organization for renowned Swiss watch brands such as Swatch, Omega, Longines, Tissot, Hamilton, Certina, Rado, and Balmain within the Netherlands. Based in Eindhoven, the company supplies independent jewelers and large retail chains, and operates its own retail outlets, including Swatch Stores and a Tissot boutique in Amsterdam.

1. Manage financial administration and controlling for Swatch Group Netherlands from the Eindhoven headquarters.
2. Handle all transactions and processes related to company-owned stores.
3. Maintain full P&L and balance sheet responsibility for the retail business.
4. Perform daily bank reconciliations.
5. Conduct daily sales reconciliations between POS and ERP systems (SAP).
6. Perform periodic analysis of gross margins and costs.
7. Report and discuss retail results with the management team locally and internationally.
8. Contribute to business case development for new store openings.
9. Validate pricing.
10. Oversee inventory controlling within the finance team.
11. Participate in the operational project team for new store openings.
12. Conduct store audits to ensure compliance with internal procedures and perform periodic inventory counts.

1. Minimum HBO education in finance.
2. Proven experience in a financial controlling role.
3. Experience in a retail organization is preferred.

1. Accuracy and attention to detail while maintaining a focus on the bigger picture.
2. Strong communication skills.
3. Team mentality with the ability to work independently.
4. Proactive and initiative-taking.
5. Proficiency in IT systems such as SAP, SAP BW, and Office 365 with advanced Excel skills.
6. Excellent Dutch and good English language skills, both written and spoken.

Proven experience in a financial controlling role, preferably within a retail organization.

Opportunity to work in a growing international organization in the center of Eindhoven.Independent, challenging, and versatile full-time position for 40 hours per week.Competitive and attractive benefits package, including 26 vacation days based on full-time employment.Excellent pension plan.Option to join a collective health insurance plan through The Swatch Group.

The Swatch Group Netherlands offers a dynamic and international work environment in the heart of Eindhoven. The company values independence and versatility in its roles, although remote work is not structurally possible.