Chanel Internship - Financial Controller, Store Planning Europe

Paris • France

Friday, February 14, 2025

Chanel, a prestigious name in the luxury fashion industry, is renowned for its timeless elegance and innovative designs. As part of its commitment to excellence, Chanel offers unparalleled opportunities for professional growth within its global operations. The brand is a part of the larger luxury conglomerate, which provides a dynamic and evolving work environment that values diversity and individual contributions.

1. Monitor and analyze construction, renovation, and refurbishment projects for European boutiques, producing bi-monthly reports.
2. Contribute to the definition of CAPEX budgets for construction, renovation, refurbishment, and maintenance of European boutiques.
3. Ensure the integrity of financial information within information systems, including construction costs, space areas, and CAPEX/OPEX allocation.
4. Independently drive the automation of certain processes such as reporting and reconciliation.
5. Add value through data analysis, including data management and the development of data processing robots/macros.
6. Participate in strategic analyses and presentations for top management.
7. Assist administrative managers by creating cost centers in systems and providing necessary data extractions for billing/payment tracking.
8. Facilitate quarterly closing exercises and updates to the House's budgets (Q3F 2024, Budget 2025).

1. Currently enrolled in a top business or engineering school with a specialization in corporate finance.
2. Previous internships in management control or a strong affinity for numerical analysis.

1. Meticulousness and synthesis skills
2. Autonomy
3. Curiosity
4. Commitment
5. Priority management and responsiveness
6. Excellent interpersonal skills
7. Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
8. Fluency in English
9. Familiarity with PowerBI is a plus

Previous internships in management control or related fields are preferred.

Currently pursuing a degree in a top business or engineering school with a focus on corporate finance.

Chanel offers an inclusive culture that promotes personal growth and collective performance, valuing the unique contributions of each individual to enhance team diversity and effectiveness.

Chanel is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment that encourages personal and professional development. The brand believes in the power of individual uniqueness to strengthen team diversity and effectiveness, creating a workplace where every contribution is valued.