Retail Finance Project Specialist

Richemont, one of the world leaders in the luxury sector, has various Houses specializing in jewelry, watches and high-end accessories.Each Maison proudly embodies a tradition of style, quality and craftsmanship and Richemont strives to preserve the heritage and identity specific to each of them.At the same time, we are committed to innovating and designing new products in line with the values ​​of our Houses, through a process of permanent creativity.

Be a part of our Team!

We are looking for an experienced Retail Finance Project Specialist to support our Retail Finance Operating (RFBO) team, reporting to the Head of Accounting on a 6-month temporary assignment based in our Sydney Head Office.

If you are a process-driven finance or project professional with a heart for luxury and innovation, we welcome you to apply now!

HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT?

With your exceptional operational abilities, analytical mindset, and business savviness, you will be instrumental in:

• Process Discovery & Simplification
  • Map key back-office workflows (As-Is) and conduct time/productivity analysis for RFBO routine activities.
  • Identify operational pain points, bottlenecks, and manual effort hotspots.
  • Redesign simplified workflows (To-Be), standardise data inputs, and eliminate redundant steps to drive efficiency.
  • Deliver an ROI-backed roadmap for automation tools and quick wins.
• Automation & Digital Innovation
  • Drive the implementation of an internal AI Chatbot for RFBO operations.
  • Identify automation opportunities and liaise closely with IT to pilot, test, and implement solutions on high-volume, repetitive processes.
  • Design and refine RFBO’s centralised service page on Finance SharePoint as a streamlined interface with Boutique and Retail teams.
• Compliance, Risk & Governance
  • Conduct RFBO testing and quality checks as specified by Internal Control, identifying avenues for automated controls.
  • Assist with Anti-Money Laundering (AML) reporting, including data mapping and documentation maintenance.
  • Support updating and rolling out compliance guidance and practical training materials to Boutique operations.
• Deployment, SOPs & Handover
  • Roll out automation and simplified processes across functional teams.
  • Document clear Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and train full-time staff.
  • Transition ongoing governance smoothly to business-as-usual (BAU) operations, supporting fellow RFBO team members as requested.

HOW WILL YOU EXPERIENCE SUCCESS WITH US?

We believe in shared success and understanding that with your actions you elevate your team and Maison. To contribute to team success, you will have:

• Minimum 4–6 years of working experience within finance back-office operations or management/project consulting.
• A Bachelor’s degree relevant to Commerce, Business, or Process Optimisation (e.g., Lean Six Sigma accreditation highly regarded).
• Proven experience in process analysis, workflow documentation, and delivering measurable process optimisation projects.
• Strong background in high-volume transaction processing and systems integration.
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving capacity, and data-driven business acumen.
• Excellent cross-team collaboration and strong communication skills with stakeholders across all levels of the organisation.
• A proactive, quick learner who can work independently with minimal supervision to achieve project milestones.
• Ability to thrive and adapt in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

HOW DO WE KEEP YOU SMILING:

• A great opportunity to be a part of a dynamic, forward-thinking, and diverse finance team.
• Hands-on ownership in spearheading automation and AI initiatives within a world-renowned luxury group.
• A competitive compensation package and employee perks as part of the Richemont Group.
• The opportunity to expand your profile and explore future avenues across Cartier and the Richemont Group.

YOUR JOURNEY WITH US:

• Step 1: After being shortlisted, you will receive a call from our Talent Acquisition Partner to discuss the role and for us to get to know you.
• Step 2: If you are successful through the phone interview, you will be invited to attend an interview with our Head of Accounting & Senior HR Manager to assess your fit for the project. In return, we will share insights on our team dynamics and company culture.
• Step 3: You will then have the opportunity to meet our Finance Director who will share broader functional and project insights.
• Step 4: Offer and on-boarding to welcome you to the Richemont team once background checks have been cleared

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