Boutique Finance Controller

Job Summary

• The Boutique Finance Controller will act as the finance business partner to the Company's boutiques, providing financial oversight across sales, cash, inventory and operational controls.
• The role will serve as the key link between Head Office Finance and boutique operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor daily boutique sales and financial performance.
• Review cash collections, deposits and payment reconciliations.
• Reconcile sales transactions against POS and financial systems.
• Monitor boutique inventory and investigate variances.
• Review discounts, refunds, returns and adjustments.
• Ensure compliance with financial controls and procedures.
• Conduct periodic boutique audits and control reviews.
• Prepare financial and operational performance reports.
• Identify financial risks and control weaknesses.
• Partner with boutique managers to improve financial performance.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.
• Ensure timely resolution of financial discrepancies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent professional qualification preferred.
• 8+ years' finance experience, preferably in retail or multi-location businesses.
• Strong experience in reconciliations, controls and financial reporting.
• Strong Excel and ERP/POS knowledge.
• High integrity and attention to detail.
• Strong business-partnering and communication skills.