Subsidiary Controller (f/m/d)

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

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 inspires customers to live their own kind of beauty by offering a unique assortment online and in around 1,970 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, colour cosmetics, skin care, hair care, accessories and 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 2024/25, the DOUGLAS Group generated sales of 4.58 billion euros and employed more than 19,900 people across Europe. The DOUGLAS Group (Douglas AG) is listed at the Frankfurt Stock Exchange.

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TASKS WITH IMPACT

• As a business partner, you support our international entities, especially local finance leads and controlling teams.
• Regular evaluation and commentary on the business and financial performance of our international group companies are part of your responsibilities.
• You take ownership of steering and analysing forecasts as well as the annual budgeting process, ensuring alignment with strategic and financial targets.
• In‑depth analyses on opportunities, risks and performance drivers are prepared by you and translated into actionable recommendations for local management.
• You evaluate international investment cases and prepare them for management decision‑making.
• You support post‑merger integration activities, for example by harmonising financial reporting structures.
• Identifying improvement opportunities and continuously enhancing controlling processes, reporting quality and financial transparency is part of your role.

YOUR SKILLS

We take a competency‑based and fair approach to recruiting, that’s why we look beyond your experience to understand how you create impact, grow through change and collaborate for success.

Alongside these competencies, we’re looking for the following skills:

• A degree in controlling, finance or a related field forms the foundation of your profile.
• You have ideally gained several years of experience in controlling or an audit environment, preferably within retail or the fast‑moving consumer goods sector.
• Strong financial modelling skills and advanced Excel knowledge distinguish you, complemented by experience in complex data analysis.
• You are confident in using business intelligence tools and multidimensional reporting systems.
• A proactive mindset, strong self‑organisation and adaptability in a dynamic environment are among your strengths.
• You communicate complex financial topics clearly and effectively, supported by excellent communication skills.
• Your strong interpersonal skills enable effective collaboration with cross‑functional teams.
• You are fluent in English, both written and spoken.

YOUR BENEFITS

Your personal development: we want you to grow with us. Become part of our mentoring programme, 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).

Whether it’s fitness, mental health or preventative care – with Wellhub and heycare we support you holistically in your wellbeing.

Whether you’re working or taking a break – your dog is always welcome in our office.

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 RECOGNISE YOURSELF?

Then become part of our international company and apply, stating your salary expectations and possible starting date.

As an international employer, we stand for equal opportunities and diversity. We therefore welcome applications from mothers, fathers, people with disabilities and people from the LGBTQIA+ community. Please let us know if, for example, we should use a gender‑neutral pronoun, if you need barrier‑free access to our offices or if we should allow more time for the application process.

We look forward to hearing from you!