Job Title: Business Planning & Control Assistant (Contractor)Contract Period: 1-year Contract (Contract period can be extended under work performance and company's circumstances. )Location: Seoul, KoreaKey ResponsibilitiesSupport the planning and control of the brand’s financial performance, including preparation of annual budget, revised budget, and strategic plan, in alignment with HQ guidelines. Assist in the preparation of monthly business reviews, management reports, and performance analysis, identifying key variances against budget and forecasts. Provide support in monitoring P&L performance and delivering accurate and timely reporting of net sales and operating income. Work with cross-functional teams (Retail, Merchandising, Logistics, HR, etc.
) to collect data, provide financial insights, and contribute to business decision-making. Assist in tracking and reviewing CAPEX and OPEX related to store openings, renovations, and marketing investments. Monitor actual spending vs. budget across all cost centers and support monthly accruals and provisions with Accounting team. Maintain various internal reporting trackers and support ad-hoc financial analysis as requested by management or HQ. Collaborate with local and HQ stakeholders to align on forecasts and financial planning initiatives.
QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or a related field1–3 years of relevant experience in financial planning, business control, or accounting (experience in retail or luxury industry is a plus)Proficient in Excel and PowerPointStrong numerical and analytical skills with attention to detailAbility to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environmentGood communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaborationComfortable with English business writing and reporting (verbal fluency is a plus)Preferred QualificationsExperience with ERP systems (SAP, D365) or planning tools (Anaplan)Familiarity with P&L structures, variance analysis, and cost center managementStrong sense of ownership and accountability; self-starter with a proactive mindsetPassion or interest in the fashion or luxury industry
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