Kering Financial Controller

Haywards Heath • UK

Wednesday, May 28, 2025

Kering is a distinguished global luxury conglomerate, overseeing the development of a portfolio of esteemed brands in fashion, leather goods, jewelry, and watches, including Gucci, Saint Laurent, Bottega Veneta, Balenciaga, and Alexander McQueen, among others. With a workforce of 42,000 and a revenue of €17.6 billion in 2021, Kering is a pivotal entity in the luxury sector. The group is committed to fostering creativity and sustainability, encapsulated in its ethos of "Empowering Imagination." Kering's inclusive culture and dedication to innovation make it a leader in crafting the luxury of tomorrow.

1. Collaborate with global and EMEA financial shared services teams to implement finance transformation initiatives locally.
2. Lead the transition towards continuous accounting and expedited closing processes, utilizing new tools in collaboration with YSL brand and finance teams.
3. Monitor and communicate monthly closing quality, defining corrective actions with brand and regional finance teams.
4. Organize team roles to enhance process expertise, improving efficiency and financial reporting quality.
5. Maintain SAP analytical structures for YSL in alignment with group models for UK entities.
6. Support UK market brand management by delivering reliable reporting, budgeting insights, and finance expertise on local activities.
7. Manage and deliver month-end reporting submissions in HFM, ensuring accuracy and data quality.
8. Respond to divisional queries and support daily finance operations with divisional finance teams.
9. Foster strong relationships with brand finance to ensure service excellence from the shared service centre.
10. Ensure compliant filing of local statutory financial statements.
11. Respond to internal and external audit requests.
12. Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations.
13. Conduct performance reviews and provide coaching and training for team members.

1. ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualification with over 10 years of experience in audit or retail.
2. Experience in shared services or complex matrix organizations.
3. Proven track record in finance process improvement and system implementation, preferably with SAP, Hyperion, and Blackline.

1. Proficiency in IT and process-driven methodologies with knowledge of Power BI.
2. Strong understanding of retail lease accounting (IFRS16) and the retail industry.

Over 10 years of experience in audit or retail finance roles, with a focus on shared services or complex matrix organizations.

ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualification required.

Kering offers a stimulating and fulfilling workplace environment with a commitment to talent development and internal mobility. The company promotes leadership skills and supports employees in reaching their full potential.

Kering fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace, valuing diversity in all its forms. The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming applications from all qualified candidates. Kering's culture is centered on creativity, sustainability, and empowering imagination, making it a leader in the luxury sector.