Arbetsbeskrivning

As a group controller you are a key player for the financial steering of our company with the main objective to cater for resilient financials. You are responsible for- and will contribute with analysis of our business operations within the H&M group, with a holistic financial perspective as the foundation.  

You will also be responsible for continuously developing our domain, both incrementally and transformative, with the purpose to adapt our way of working to future needs and requirements.  As a Group Controller, you will be a key player in steering our company’s financials to ensure resilience and robustness. Join us in driving financial excellence and innovation at H&M

Key Responsibilities:

• Vision and Strategy: Create vision and strategy within your domain, aligning financial planning with group strategy.
• Financial Steering: Govern financial results, facilitate financial planning, and ensure harmonized financial processes across the H&M group.
• Reports and Analytics: Perform financial analyses, prepare reports, and provide recommendations to senior management.
• Business Development: Lead or participate in development projects, manage business solutions, and drive change management.
• Collaboration: Work closely with controlling managers and teams, establish cross-organizational forums, and ensure cross-functional collaboration.

The role of Group Controller is pivotal in ensuring the financial resilience and strategic direction of our company. This position requires a blend of analytical expertise, strategic foresight, and leadership capabilities to effectively manage and steer our financial operations. The role demands a robust educational background, relevant skills, extensive experience, and key personal attributes that align with the dynamic and evolving nature of our business.

• A university degree (minimum bachelor’s) in economics, business administration, industrial engineering, business law, or a related field.
• Proficiency in financial and economic analysis, business model evaluation, and strategic cost management.
• Demonstrated ability in business development, driving transformation, and implementing strategic initiatives.
• Strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills, with experience in agile management and process optimization.
• Extensive experience in P&L management, sales, budgeting, forecasting, and resolving complex, multidimensional issues, preferably within the retail, FMCG, or logistics sectors.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Result driven with high resilience
• Analytical and creative problem solver with a proactive “can do” attitude.
• Committed to continuous improvement

Additional information

This is a fulltime permanent position based in our head office in Stockholm, Sweden. Apply by sending in your CV in English as soon as possible but latest by 26th December. Start, as soon as possibleDue to data policies, we only accept applications through career page.

Benefits

We offer all our employees at H&M Group attractive benefits with extensive development opportunities around the globe. All our employees receive a staff discount card, usable on all our H&M Group brands in stores and online. Brands covered by the discount are H&M (Beauty and Move included), COS, Weekday, Monki, H&M HOME, & Other Stories, ARKET, Afound. In addition to our staff discount, all our employees are included in our H&M Incentive Program – HIP. You can read more about our H&M Incentive Program here

In addition to our global benefits, all our local markets offer different competitive perks and benefits. Please note that they may differ between employment type and countries.

Inclusion & Diversity

H&M is a part of H&M Group. At H&M Group, we’re determined to create and maintain inclusive, diverse and equitable workplaces throughout our organisation. Our teams should consist of a variety of people that share and combine their knowledge, experience and ideas. Having a diverse workforce leads to a positive impact on how we address challenges, on what we perceive possible and on how we choose to relate to our colleagues and customers all over the world. Hence all diversity dimensions are taken into consideration in our recruitment process.

We strive to have a fair and equal process and therefore kindly ask you not to attach a cover letter in your application as they often contain information that easily can trigger unintentional biases.

Company Description

H&M is a fashion brand that offers the latest styles and inspiration, from fashion pieces and unique designer collaborations to affordable wardrobe essentials. Our business idea is fashion & quality at the best price in a sustainable way. Learn more about H&M here