Kering Accountant Record to Report

Paris • France

Friday, January 17, 2025

Kering is a global luxury group that nurtures a collection of renowned houses in fashion, leather goods, and jewelry, including Gucci, Saint Laurent, Bottega Veneta, Balenciaga, Alexander McQueen, Brioni, Boucheron, Pomellato, Dodo, Qeelin, Ginori 1735, as well as Kering Eyewear and Kering Beauty. With creativity at the core of its strategy, Kering empowers its brands to push the boundaries of creative expression while crafting sustainable and responsible luxury. As of 2023, Kering employed 49,000 people and generated €19.6 billion in revenue.

1. Manage daily accounting operations for German retail entities within the Group.
2. Prepare financial statements and analyze financial data.
3. Participate in monthly, semi-annual, and annual closing tasks.
4. Prepare statutory reports and manage statutory adjustments.
5. Oversee fixed asset management and review taxation (VAT, CVAE, IS).
6. Coordinate with German tax experts for fiscal consolidation.
7. Ensure month-end and year-end account justifications and controls.
8. Liaise with brand controllers, external auditors, and fiscal services for audit compliance.
9. Monitor and harmonize R2R processes for the German scope.
10. Implement and maintain robust internal controls.
11. Serve as the accounting subject matter expert for the German scope.
12. Collaborate with treasury and brand controlling teams for effective communication.

1. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (DCG or Master in Accounting/Control/Audit/Finance DSCG).
2. 3 to 5 years of experience as a general accountant, preferably in a shared service environment.
3. Strong knowledge of accounting principles and ability to apply local and international accounting standards.
4. Fluency in English is mandatory; German language skills are advantageous.

1. Proficiency in SAP, Excel, and PowerPoint.
2. Strong organizational and analytical skills.
3. Dynamic with adaptability and teamwork capabilities.
4. Interest in ERP systems.

3 to 5 years of experience as a general accountant, ideally within a shared service center.

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

Opportunity to participate in an ambitious finance transformation project within a Shared Services Center encompassing all group houses.

Kering is committed to diversity in all its forms—gender, age, nationality, culture, disability, religious beliefs, and sexual orientation—enriching the workplace. Employees are given opportunities to express their talents individually and collectively, enhancing adaptability in a changing world. As an equal opportunity employer, Kering welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of background.