Financial Controller – Mexico

About the role

The Controller will lead the financial planning and analysis for Cartier’s Mexican entity, preparing outlooks, budgets, forecasts and detailed financial models. The role works closely with Commercial, Marketing, Supply Chain, Store Planning and the AVP of FP&A for South America, providing insights that drive business decisions.

Key responsibilities

• Develop annual budgets and quarterly forecasts in partnership with department heads.
• Participate in the monthly close process, ensuring accurate journal entries for sales, expenses and balance‑sheet items.
• Analyse sales trends, balance‑sheet and cash‑flow data to support sound budgeting and forecasting.
• Provide timely variance analysis, highlighting risks and opportunities to business partners.
• Maintain and distribute monthly financial reporting, forecast updates and budget tracking.
• Prepare capital investment requisitions with detailed P&L commentary and KPI comparisons.
• Track capex spending versus budget and ensure transparent reconciliation with Cartier teams.
• Advocate internal controls, conduct monthly reviews and follow‑up to ensure compliance.
• Deliver ad‑hoc reporting and analysis to support the broader finance team.

Required profile

• Strong communication skills and proven ability to build relationships across multiple functions.
• Analytical mindset with experience in budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis.
• Familiarity with monthly close processes and variance analysis.
• Capability to manage capital investment projects and monitor key performance metrics.
• Commitment to internal control standards and regulatory compliance.

Required skills