Finance Director Italy

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Based in Florence

Givenchy Italy is a subsidiary of Givenchy SA based in Paris with two main activities: industrial activity (in contact with Italian subcontractors, for the production of leather goods and accessories/jewels/shoes) and a distribution activity with Wholesale, Flagships and Outlet in Italy.

Acts as a true business partner for the Industrial Director who is in charge of the management of the Italian subsidiary, but is also in contact with many other functions, internally at Givenchy HQ, Italy and she became part of the LVMH Network Italy for finance, general services and compliance topics.

The role report hierarchically to Accessories Industrial Operations Director and functionally to the Givenchy SA CFO.

Job Responsibilities

Finance & Administration activities

• Responsible for preparing the financial statements in accordance with the Italian accounting principle;
• Provide the financial statement and reporting for the Parent Company in accordance with IFRS principles;
• LVMH Group reporting : P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash;
• Financial planning (Budget, Revised budgets, Strategic plan) of the subsidiary;
• Ensuring to deliver the strategic plan in a sustainable manner, maximizing profitability and addressing major strategic issues with long-term impact
• Leadership responsibility for ensuring all aspects of the reporting, accounting and planning processes are on track
• Performance measurement through proper management control system and KPIs
• Sales and Retail Capital Expenditure evaluation and recommendation
• Regular relations with all Statutory bodies, audit firms, fiscal Authorities, external consultants
• Develop and implement of internal control system in compliance with LVMH policies and procedures
• Point of reference Model 231 and ODV (Organismo di Vigilanza)
• Legal support for Italy to HQ

General Services, Maintenance and IT Management

• Managing General service activities: management of general service, purchasing for Industrial and Retail;
• Managing the Maintenance activities for the Industrial site, for Retail and for Milan wholesale office;
• Defining contracts in accordance with cost saving policies and ensuring the delivery of services;
• Managing IT technical request with HQ collaboration and managing the external IT resource based in Italy;

Profile

• Proven experience in Finance ( both controlling and administration) within the luxury or retail industry.
• Strong leadership skills with a track record of Team management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• In-depth knowledge of process and procedure for Industrial and Retail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Knowledge of SAP, GYPO, PLM, CEGID and tool for budgeting and reporting.
• Very good Italian and English language skills.
• Knowledge of Italian law and administrative rules and obligations.
• Internal Stakeholder: Operation Director Retail Emea Director HQ departments.
• External Stakeholder: Auditor Sindaco Organismo di Vigilanza Consultant.

Additional Information

You want to be an ambassador of an audacious Maison.

You are Passionate About Fashion And The Client Experience.

You thrive in a dynamic environment, finding versatility and autonomy to be stimulating rather than intimidating.

You are a team player, but you are also individually driven by a strong entrepreneurial spirit and a resilient attitude.

You are a challenger and a perpetual work in progress.

You excel in test and learn situations, always striving for improvement and a willingness to do things differently.

Advance your skills and leadership capabilities within Givenchy’s Retail Career Path Program, unlocking avenues for career growth. This role could lead to a Store Manager position.

Our Engagement / What We Offer

• We support your career development within the House and career growth within the LVMH Group.
• We ensure the enhancement of each individual's skills and facilitate regular professional development discussions.
• We provide health insurance, access to LVMH private sales, and other benefits.
• We develop Corporate Social Responsibility reinforce the positive environmental and social impact.

GIVENCHY is an equal opportunity employer. We want to offer an inclusive environment of mutual respect where we welcome diversity and all our employees feel included, developed, and heard.

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“At Givenchy, it’s never about the perfect resume, it’s about the perfect energy”

Givenchy CEO, Renaud DE LESQUEN

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Finance and Sales

Industries

Retail Luxury Goods and Jewelry

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