Kering Accountant

Petaling Jaya • Malaysia

Thursday, February 13, 2025

Kering is a global luxury conglomerate renowned for managing the development of prestigious brands in fashion, leather goods, and jewelry, including Gucci, Saint Laurent, and Bottega Veneta, among others. As an employer, Kering is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce, encouraging creativity and innovation. The company offers a dynamic environment with opportunities for professional growth and development, emphasizing sustainability and responsibility in crafting the future of luxury.

1. Prepare comprehensive financial statements including profit and loss, balance sheets, cash flow, and audit schedules for monthly and annual reporting, ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards.
2. Assist the Finance Manager with year-end statutory reporting, including audits, corporate tax, and GST submissions, and manage audit queries and issues.
3. Support the implementation of Kering Group’s internal controls framework (COSO) and participate in transformation or process-improvement projects.
4. Contribute to the Shared Service Center's goal of becoming paperless by redesigning controls, practices, and processes.
5. Undertake additional ad-hoc assignments as required.

1. Degree or diploma in accounting.
2. Minimum of 5 years of experience, with initial 2 to 3 years in a public accounting firm, preferably Big 4, followed by 1 to 2 years in an MNC environment with a hybrid reporting matrix.
3. Candidates with strong accounting and commercial finance experience without public accounting firm background will also be considered.
4. Experience in major transformational projects related to financial systems and processes (SAP, Oracle, Blackline) is preferred.
5. Strong knowledge of accounting standards.

1. Independent and fast learner.
2. Self-driven with a strong analytical mindset.
3. Agile, inquisitive, and able to multitask under pressure and tight deadlines.
4. Meticulous and adept at problem-solving.
5. Proficiency in foreign languages such as Korean, Vietnamese, and Japanese.

A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, including public accounting and commercial finance in an MNC environment.

Degree or diploma in accounting.

Kering offers a stimulating and fulfilling workplace environment with opportunities for professional growth, internal mobility, and talent development. The company is committed to diversity and inclusion, providing equal opportunities for all employees.

Kering fosters a workplace culture that values diversity in all forms, including gender, age, nationality, and more. The company encourages creativity and talent expression, promoting leadership skills and personal growth in a supportive and dynamic environment.