Group Controller

**COMPANY DESCRIPTION** About the DOUGLAS Group**

The DOUGLAS Group, with its commercial brands DOUGLAS, NOCIBÉ, Parfumdreams and Niche Beauty, is the number one omnichannel premium beauty destination in Europe. The DOUGLAS Group is inspiring customers to live their own kind of beauty by offering a unique assortment online and in around 1,900 stores. With unparalleled size and access to customers, the DOUGLAS Group is the partner of choice for brands and offers a premium range of selective and exclusive brands as well as own corporate brands. The assortment includes fragrances, color cosmetics, skin care, hair care, accessories as well as beauty services. Strengthening its successful omnichannel positioning while consistently developing superior customer experience is at the heart of the DOUGLAS Group strategy “Let it Bloom”. The winning business model is underpinned by the Group’s omnichannel proposition, leading brands, and data capabilities. In the financial year 2023/24, the DOUGLAS Group generated sales of 4.45 billion euros and employed around 19,200 people across Europe. It was named the World’s Top Company for Women in 2025 among all retail and wholesale companies by Forbes. The DOUGLAS Group (Douglas AG) is listed at the Frankfurt Stock Exchange.

For further information please visit the DOUGLAS Group Website.
**TASKS WITH IMPACT**
- Conduct regular assessments and commentary on the business and financial performance of the Douglas Group on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
- Manage and analyze regular forecasts and annual budget planning, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and financial targets.
- Continuously improve group-wide processes for forecasting and budgeting to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and consistency.
- Prepare reports and presentations on financial and non-financial key performance indicators (KPIs) to provide stakeholders with meaningful insights.
- Provide financial support for the German and international entities (local CFOs, local controlling, etc.).
- Involvement in operational and group-wide financial projects.

**YOUR SKILLS**
- Successfully completed studies with a focus on controlling, finance, or a related field.
- Several years of professional experience in a controlling environment or in an auditing firm, ideally in retail or the FMCG sector.
- Strong skills in financial modeling and good knowledge of Excel, with the ability to create financial models and conduct advanced data analyses.
- Proficient in BI tools and multidimensional reporting tools.
- Proactive mindset for independent organization and adaptation to changes in a dynamic environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey complex financial information clearly and persuasively.
- Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams.
- Very good command of English, both spoken and written, for effective communication with stakeholders at all levels.

**YOUR BENEFITS**
**Your personal development**: we want you to grow with us. Become part of our mentoring program, use our e-learning platforms and benefit from many other individual development opportunities.

✔️ **Open feedback culture**: half-yearly meetings & performance reviews (#DOUGLASDialogue)

**30 days of vacation** per year

Would you like a hybrid working model? We offer a balance between **mobile working** and office days in a collaborative environment. (approx. 8 days/month)

Cherry on top: You get our **employee discount** both online and in-store. On top of that, you get further discount opportunities thanks to our corporate benefits.

**In-house canteen & bistro**, as well as free drinks

A positive and motivating environment & celebrating successes at regular **company events** such as DOClub, summer party, Women's Day, etc
**DO YOU RECOGNIZE YOURSELF?**
Then become part of our international company and apply, stating your salary expectations and possible starting date.

We look forward to hearing from you

Job Reference: HQ01677