Balenciaga Finance Manager
Join Balenciaga in Sydney as a Finance Manager, overseeing financial operations in Australia and New Zealand. Be part of a leading luxury fashion house within the Kering Group.
Overview
Balenciaga, a renowned luxury fashion house established by Cristóbal Balenciaga, is part of the illustrious Kering Group. Known for its innovative approach to modern couture, Balenciaga continues to lead the industry with its avant-garde collections and commitment to digital innovation and social responsibility. As an employer, Balenciaga offers a dynamic environment where creativity and excellence are at the forefront.
Role & Responsibilities
- Ensure timely and accurate preparation and submission of monthly management reports for management review and group consolidation.
- Prepare, analyze, and share monthly reporting packages for stakeholder review.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to align financial goals and implement process improvements to strengthen controls.
- Manage stock efficiently, ensuring accuracy of stock integrity and management of warehouse costs.
- Communicate timely spending reports to Department Heads for monitoring and tracking expenditures against budget and forecasts.
- Coordinate with Shared Service Center for compliance with auditors, tax consultants, bankers, and government agencies, ensuring timely submission of statutory reporting requirements.
- Oversee Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) reporting and filing.
- Participate in the preparation of budgets and forecasts for ANZ entities and the reporting package to APAC.
- Manage and control costs effectively.
- Support the ANZ business plans and project rollouts in collaboration with the SEAO Retail team.
Qualifications
- University graduate in Accountancy or related disciplines.
- Qualified accountant.
- Minimum 10 years of working experience, preferably in the luxury retail industry, with at least 5 years of solid management experience overseeing finance and business in Australia and New Zealand.
Skills
Experience
Minimum 10 years of working experience, preferably in the luxury retail industry, with at least 5 years of solid management experience overseeing finance and business in Australia and New Zealand.
Education
University graduate in Accountancy or related disciplines.
Workplace
This position is based in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. Cerulean lists 104 open roles in Sydney, including 2 posted recently. The broader New South Wales area accounts for 112 active listings on Cerulean, 3 of which are new. In Australia as a whole, Cerulean currently features 188 open positions, with 7 posted this week.
Benefits
Balenciaga offers a comprehensive benefits package, including opportunities for professional development and career advancement within the prestigious Kering Group.
Culture
Balenciaga fosters a culture of innovation and excellence, encouraging employees to push boundaries and contribute to the brand's legacy of modernity and sophistication. The workplace is dynamic and collaborative, with a strong emphasis on creativity and strategic thinking.
About Cerulean
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