Hermès Finance Director
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Director
- Department
- Finance, Accounting & Revenue Management
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Aug 18, 2026
About Hermès
This prestigious fashion house, renowned for its timeless elegance and innovative designs, is a part of a leading global luxury conglomerate. The brand is committed to excellence and offers a dynamic environment where creativity and business acumen are equally valued.
Finance Director at Hermès Brazil – Lead all financial operations, strategy, and business partnering for multinational luxury retailer in São Paulo.
Role & Responsibilities
- Oversee all financial operations including accounting, tax, treasury, and business controlling functions across multiple teams (Accounting Manager, Treasury Coordinator/Senior Analyst/Intern, Business Controlling Coordinator, and IT Manager)
- Lead general accounting activities including general ledger review, trial balance verification, and reconciliation control; manage external service provider relationships
- Ensure fulfillment of all tax obligations including transfer pricing compliance and coordinate external financial audits
- Ensure consistency and accuracy of financial reporting including weekly sales reports, monthly financial statements, and quarterly/annual closings
- Manage treasury operations including accounts receivable and payable oversight, cash flow management, banking relationships, and payment systems administration
- Direct business controlling function to monitor financial health through KPI implementation and provide insights on risks and opportunities to Regional CFO
- Partner with Commercial Director on business analysis and sales forecasting, providing local market insights and assumptions for strategic planning
- Oversee budget development, execution, and monitoring; support annual budgets and 3-year strategic plans with cost control and margin optimization
- Manage inventory controls including stock valuations, depreciation analysis, and stock-take reconciliation
- Direct internal control procedures ensuring compliance with Hermès policies and Brazilian regulations; coordinate with Latam Internal Control Manager on risk mapping and audit execution
- Serve as primary point of contact for legal matters, coordinating with external counsel and HQ legal department on contracts, board governance, and regulatory compliance
- Lead IT infrastructure management to align systems with current and future business requirements, including network security and disaster recovery planning
- Champion strategic projects including new store openings, company organizational changes, operational model transformations, and network best practices implementation
Qualifications
- University degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Minimum 10 years of experience in organized accounting/finance departments within multinational environments with IFRS reporting
- Strong expertise in Brazilian Chart of Accounts, fiscal regulations, and administrative processes
- Demonstrated proficiency with IFRS standards and consolidated financial reporting
- Advanced Excel and financial modeling capabilities
- Experience with financial planning, budgeting, scenario analysis, and KPI development
- Team leadership and personnel management experience
- Fluent in Portuguese and English (written and oral); French language skills are advantageous
Skills
Experience
At least 10 years of progressive experience in finance and accounting functions within multinational corporations with established financial governance structures. Demonstrated expertise managing complex accounting and tax environments in Brazil, with proven success leading cross-functional finance teams and implementing financial controls in regulated settings.
Education
University degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent business discipline.
Workplace
This position is based in São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil.
Culture
The company fosters a collaborative and innovative culture, encouraging employees to push the boundaries of creativity while maintaining a strong commitment to sustainability and ethical practices.
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