Senior Business Controller

Responsibilities:
- Financial Analysis and Reporting:
• Conduct in-depth financial analysis of each brand's performance, including revenue, margin, operating profit, and working capital metrics.
• Prepare timely and accurate financial reports and presentations for senior management, highlighting key insights and trends.
- Margin Improvement Strategies:
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize gross margins across our portfolio of brands, including pricing optimization, cost reduction initiatives, and product mix analysis.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including sales, marketing, and operations, to identify opportunities for margin enhancement.
• Partner with brand managers to establish targets and action plans for improving operating profit performance.
• Analyze operating expenses and identify opportunities for efficiency gains and cost savings without compromising brand growth and customer experience.
- Working Capital Management:
• Monitor and manage working capital metrics, including inventory turnover, accounts receivable days, and accounts payable days per brand.
• Implement strategies to optimize working capital efficiency while balancing inventory levels and brand requirements.
- Forecasting and Budgeting:
• Lead the annual budgeting and monthly forecasting processes for each brand, working closely with brand managers and finance teams to develop accurate and achievable financial plans.
• Provide variance analysis and insights to explain actual performance against budget and forecast targets.
- Risk Management:
• Identify and assess financial risks and opportunities within the business, including market trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
• Develop risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans to protect and enhance financial performance.
- Team Leadership:
• Manage and mentor a team of financial analysts, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Ensure the professional development of team members through training and skill-building initiatives.
• Drive efficiency and effectiveness within the team, optimizing processes and workflows.