Reference code: JR133623
Richemont owns some of the world’s leading luxury goods Maisons, with particular strengths in jewellery, fine watches and premium accessories. Each Maison represents a proud tradition of style, quality and craftsmanship and Richemont seeks to preserve the heritage and identity of each of its Maisons. At the same time, we are committed to innovation and designing new products which are in keeping with our Maisons’ values, through a process of continuous creativity.
ROLE OVERVIEW
The Finance Operations Controller will join the Richemont Finance team in Dubai, partnering closely with our Maisons to support strong financial controls and operational excellence across their retail operations.
Acting as a trusted business partner, the role will work closely with Maison and boutique teams to strengthen compliance, improve processes and build understanding of retail finance operations. The position also offers broad exposure to business analysis and key projects including boutique openings, e-commerce, SAP implementation and new Maison integrations.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Act as a key Finance Operations partner to Maisons, providing guidance on compliance, controls and day-to-day boutique operations.
- Support boutique teams in strengthening their understanding of processes and procedures through regular training and knowledge sharing.
- Perform internal control reviews, compliance assessments and boutique audits, following up on identified actions.
- Support inventory controls, stock takes, consignment reviews and other key retail finance processes.
- Prepare sales analysis, retail KPIs and ad-hoc business reporting for Maisons.
- Support new boutique openings, closures and key operational activities, ensuring the appropriate processes, tools and controls are in place.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of retail processes, procedures, controls and systems.
- Coordinate and support Finance-related projects including e-commerce, SAP implementation, new Maison integration and internal/external audits.
PROFILE & EXPERIENCE
- Relevant experience within Finance Operations
- Strong understanding of financial controls, compliance and operational processes.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret business performance and prepare meaningful reports.
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the confidence to partner with Finance, Maison and boutique teams.
- Organised, proactive and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment.
- Strong attention to detail with a continuous improvement mindset.
- Experience within retail, luxury or a multi-brand environment would be advantageous.
- Comfortable supporting cross-functional projects and operational change.
