Group Controller (1-year contract)

Job description

At Swarovski, you don’t just join a brand - you help reinvent one of the most iconic names in fashion and design. Here, bold ideas matter, creativity drives change, collaboration is valued, and your work shapes how the world experiences brilliance. If you’re ready to push boundaries, grow your skills, and leave your mark where innovation meets timeless elegance, we’re ready for you. Our Global Business Services offices based in Poland, Costa Rica and Malaysia, are vibrant workplaces where your expertise makes a global impact. You’ll collaborate across borders, deliver high-quality services, and help shape a people-centered organization. We’re looking for a Group Controller to provide financial insights and business partnering that drive performance and cost efficiency. This is your chance to influence strategic decisions and make a real impact across a global organization. About the Job Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Partner with the headquarters team in Switzerland to support strategic decision making through financial planning, performance analysis, and constructive challenge of cost structures Set business priorities in close collaboration with functional leaders and proactively support them in delivering agreed cost targets Review and challenge financial reporting with a focus on business performance, cost management, and compliance with accounting standards Perform ad hoc analyses for senior management by extracting data from financial systems and delivering clear, well-structured reports with actionable insights Oversee the central controlling view of the P&L across geographical markets in partnership with the Commercial Division, ensuring transparency, accountability, and active management of risks and opportunities Support supply chain controlling activities by monitoring logistics costs, and operational KPIs to identify efficiency opportunities and improve cost transparency Partner with supply chain finance stakeholders to drive initiatives that enhance service levels while optimizing working capital About You We are looking for a unique and amazing talent, who brings along the following: University degree or equivalent higher education, preferably in finance, accounting, economics, business administration, or a related field At least 4 years of professional experience in a multinational environment, ideally in business controlling, commercial finance, or supply chain controlling within FMCG, luxury, retail, or consulting Strong business partnering capabilities with a proactive, performance-driven, and consulting-oriented mindset, combined with the confidence to constructively challenge senior stakeholders Solid experience in financial planning, performance analysis, cost management, and translating data into actionable recommendations for decision-making Good understanding of operational and supply chain drivers, including logistics costs, inventory, service levels, and working capital, with the ability to connect operational performance to financial outcomes Advanced analytical and financial modelling skills, with a structured problem-solving approach and strong attention to detail Excellent communication skills with the ability to summarize complex topics into clear messages, insightful reports, and practical recommendations Experience working in matrix organizations and collaborating effectively across finance, commercial, and operations or supply chain teams Strong systems knowledge, ideally including SAP, advanced Excel skills for modelling and scenario analysis, PowerBI experience, and confident use of PowerPoint Fluent written and spoken English What We Offer You can expect a range of benefits, including: Learning and career development programs to help you grow Hybrid and flexible work options to support your work-life balance A global employee assistance program offering support in the areas of mental, physical, and emotional health, managerial support as well as finance and legal matters Paid volunteering leave to support causes that matter to you Exclusive employee discounts on Swarovski products Private medical coverage Life insurance MyBenefit program Employee social fund Recognition awards To ensure clarity and fairness, we share salary information via email with candidates invited for interviews. About Swarovski Swarovski creates crystal-based products of unique quality and craftsmanship that bring joy and celebrate individuality. Founded in Austria in 1895, we design, manufacture, and sell the world’s finest crystals, gemstones, Swarovski Created Diamonds, zirconia, jewelry, accessories, and home décor. Sustainability and responsibility are at the heart of our brand, from circular innovation to diversity, inclusion, and the philanthropic work of the Swarovski Foundation. We empower people to express their individuality with confidence and respect, and we believe that different perspectives make us stronger. Swarovski is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fair, inclusive recruitment and to building a workplace where everyone feels they truly belong. #Li-Hybrid