Hermès Financial Planning Analyst

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Employment Full-Time
Seniority Mid-Level
Department Finance, Accounting & Revenue Management
Industry Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
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Hermès Korea seeks a Financial Planning Analyst in Seoul to support FP&A, budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting.

Overview

Hermès Korea is the local subsidiary of Hermès International, the globally respected maison renowned for leather goods, silk, ready-to-wear and accessories. As an employer, Hermès emphasises artisanal excellence, rigorous quality standards and long-term career development within a discreet, highly professional environment. The organisation offers cross‑functional collaboration and international exposure consistent with a luxury house dedicated to craftsmanship and client experience.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Support the FP&A Manager in annual budgeting, periodic re-forecasting and scenario modelling to ensure alignment with local strategic objectives.
  • Construct and update budget templates, simulate inventory equations, margins and depreciation by product across multiple scenarios.
  • Prepare and report budgeted P&L and cash flow in local and original currencies, ensuring data accuracy and completeness throughout budget cycles.
  • Report monthly sales re-estimates into the financial system and allocate annual budgets to departments.
  • Partner with accounting to validate closing data and submit closing reports with insightful analysis for each reporting phase.
  • Review monthly inventory depreciation calculations and analyse aging inventory trends to identify financial risks and opportunities.
  • Perform detailed variance analysis of actuals versus budget/reforecast, proactively identifying drivers, risks and mitigation opportunities.
  • Provide financial input to Merchandising during the buying process and maintain/enhance reporting tools and templates.
  • Manage expense-system user administration and deliver ad‑hoc analyses requested by management.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
  • 4–6 years of hands-on FP&A experience; experience in retail, luxury goods or merchandising finance preferred.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and MS Office; demonstrated accuracy and strong analytical rigour.
  • Excellent interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills; able to present financial insight to non-finance stakeholders.
  • Familiarity with Cognos, SAP, Magnitude and TM1 considered an asset.
  • Fluent in English.

Skills

MS Office Excel Cognos SAP Magnitude TM1 Budgeting and forecasting Variance analysis Financial modelling Inventory depreciation analysis Cash flow reporting Stakeholder communication

Experience

Minimum 4–6 years of progressive experience in financial planning & analysis, including budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis and monthly reporting; prior exposure to retail or merchandising finance is advantageous.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.

Workplace

This position is based in Seoul, Seoul, South Korea. In South Korea as a whole, Cerulean currently features 744 open positions, with 10 posted this week.

Culture

Hermès fosters a culture of meticulous craftsmanship, discretion and long-term thinking. The workplace values precision, cross-functional collaboration and professional development within a refined, client-focused environment.

About Cerulean

Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.

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