Corporate Controller

Monitoring & Analysis

• Regular review of monthly financial and operational reports of Group companies
• Comparison of actual results with targets, analysis of discrepancies
• Adhoc reviews and analysis of specific subjects as requested by Group CEO/CCO

Planning & Controlling

• Review operational processes, systems and structures of Group companies on their effectiveness and efficiency and initiate corrective actions, if needed
• Organize and perform Operational Reviews/Cost Reviews
• Design, implement and maintain state-of-the-art controlling instruments (cost accounting, KPIs, etc.)

Compliance & Audits

• Ensure compliance of Group companies with generally accepted business standards and Swatch Group principles and guidelines
• Developp Audits Guidelines on specific subject and perform on-site Audits as required

Cross Functional Support

• Participate in strategic projects such as acquisitions, restructurings, built-up of new activities, etc.

• Integrity
• Self-motivation and independence – strong internal drive
• Highly analytical but tempered with an ability to think laterally
• Excellent interpersonal skills and confidence when interacting with others
• Good commercial judgement and independence of mind
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) as well as the ability to liaise effectively at all levels incl. Group Management
• Strong organizational skills and the ability for multi-tasking
• Good influencing and team working skills to be able to build trust with colleagues and others
• Hands-on approach (rather than consulting role)
• Project Management experience an added advantage
• Willingness to travel (~20%)

• Experience around 3-5 years working experience in a related function in an operational company, ideally with previous managerial experience
• Computer literate, functional in all standard MS Office package & financial/statistical systems
• University degree in Business Economics/Accounting. CIA, CPA or Certified Expert in Accounting and Controlling as an added advantage

• German or French mother tongue, fluent in English, other languages as an added advantage