Business Controller TECH (Freelance)

Are you a digital-minded, forward-thinking finance professional who understands that the world of finance is changing faster than ever, and do you have ideas on how to shape the future of finance, then do read on...

The Team:
PVH Europe (PVHE), owner of brands such as Tommy Hilfiger and Calvin Klein, is on a mission to redefine the fashion industry. The Technology department (TECH) aims to drive full digitization along the company's entire value chain, reinventing how we work as an organization and laying the foundation to become a Fashion-Technology company.
The Digital Optimization Team (DOT) evangelizes technology practices, standardized ways of working, Agile practices and internal culture within Digital Hub. Business Operations team with DOT is responsible for all TECH operations: finance, compliance, vendor management, communication. You will report to the Head of Business Operations & Controlling.

The Job:

We are looking for an internationally experienced finance professional. You are strategic-thinking, results driven, with the ability to roll up sleeves and dig into details while not losing sight of the big picture. You have an extensive experience with systems and processes in accounting operations within growth organizations. You are an effective communicator who can work with cross functional and executive teams within an agile organization to accomplish the Company's financial objectives.

You are

• Excited/passionate about exploring innovation in finance and how this can benefit the organization, especially in an Agile and product-driven environment with autonomous teams
• Highly motivated to get things done and pro-active in doing so
• Structured and well organized
• Excited by challenges and trying new ways
• Able to work independently, yet at the same time a prime example of a collaborator
• Capable of prioritizing multiple tasks while looking for ways to improve processes
• Flexible to adapt to changing processes and deadlines
   

You will:

• Ensure that our financial controlling practices enable our ambitions.
• Partner, support & challenge senior business budget owners on Finance related topics, impacting performance of the department
• Translate finance targets & strategy plans into department specific actions
• Take ownership of Finance related processes in TECH, partnering with the Central Finance and Central Procurement departments.
• Further optimize planning, forecasting, operational finance.

Specific tasks areas

• Financial planning
• Ad hoc and regular detailed spend analytics
• OPEX and CAPEX forecasting & actuals reporting
• Domain/Product controlling & support
• Assist with improvements in finance operation
• Optimize the Management Information process and KPI dashboard for management in the department. Make it more relevant, reliable and in line with an Agile way of working.
• Provide operational support to teams with investment decisions.
   

You have:

• University degree in Business Administration / Finance
• ACCA certification preferred
• Big4 experience preferred
• 6-8 Years of relevant Finance & Control work experience
• Experience in business analysis, cost modeling, and accounting
• Excellent knowledge of and experience with SAP and MS Excel
• Strong analytical and planning skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
   

We have:

• A unique opportunity to have full process ownership and to make impact, to be entrepreneurial
• Room to transform the finance processes
• An environment where innovation is the basis of everything
• Competitive benefits
   

Cherries on top:

• Experience in fashion retail and TECH
• SAP BW, BPC NetWeaver platform and HANA experience
   

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

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