Finance Graduate- Travel Retail Americas

Our brand portfolio is structured in three divisions: Beauty and Fashion, with the owned brands Carolina Herrera, Nina Ricci,  Rabanne, Jean Paul Gaultier, Dries Van Noten, Penhaligon’s, Dr. Barbara Strum, Byredo, and L’Artisan Parfumeur; the licenses of Christian Louboutin and Comme des Garçons perfumes; and Lifestyle fragrances, among them Adolfo Dominguez, Antonio Banderas, Shakira, and Benetton. The Charlotte Tilbury division, which includes the luxury makeup brand and the Derma division, with the Apivita, Uriage and Isdin brands. We sell products in 150 countries and operate 26 subsidiaries.

At Puig we honor the values and principles put in place by three generations of family leadership. Today we continue to build on that legacy, through conscious commitments in our ESG agenda (environmental, social, and governance) aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

We are seeking a highly motivated and analytical Finance Graduate to join our team specializing in the travel retail channel. You will play a critical role in analyzing financial data, identifying trends and providing insights to drive strategic decision-making within our travel retail division. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in finance and exceptional analytical skills.

1. Financial Analysis: Conduct comprehensive financial analysis to evaluate the performance of our travel retail operations. This includes analyzing sales trends, profit margins, and expense management to identify areas for improvement and optimization.
2. Budgeting and Forecasting: Assist in the development of annual budgets and forecasts for the travel retail division. Monitor actual performance against budgeted targets and provide variance analysis to key stakeholders.
3. Cost Analysis: Analyze cost structures across various P&L lines, including product costs, distribution expenses, and advertising and promotional (A&P) investments. Identify opportunities to optimize costs and improve profitability.
4. Financial Reporting: Prepare regular financial reports and presentations for management, providing insights into the financial performance of the travel retail Americas division. Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data.
5. Ad Hoc Analysis: Conduct ad hoc financial analysis and modeling to support decision-making on special projects and strategic initiatives within the travel retail Americas sector.
6. Compliance and Risk Management: Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies within the travel retail division. Identify and mitigate financial risks through thorough analysis and proactive measures.

1. Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
2. Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in financial analysis or related roles, preferably within the retail or travel industry.
3. Proficiency in financial modeling, data analysis, and Microsoft Excel. Experience with financial software (e.g., SAP, Oracle) is advantageous.
4. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and draw meaningful conclusions.
5. Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
6. Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities effectively.

• An entrepreneurial, creative and welcoming work culture
• A range of learning and development opportunities
• An international company with plenty of opportunities to grow
• A competitive compensation & benefits package