Balenciaga Accountant

About Balenciaga

Founded by Cristóbal Balenciaga in 1917 and part of Kering, Balenciaga is one of fashion’s most influential houses, renowned for architectural cut, uncompromising craft, and a continual redefinition of modern luxury. As an employer, the House offers a demanding yet inspiring environment where heritage ateliers, bold creative vision, and global business expertise meet. Teams across design, product development, merchandising, retail, client engagement, communications, and corporate functions are encouraged to combine precision with experimentation, agility with excellence. Balenciaga seeks individuals who are culturally aware, rigorous, collaborative, and ready to contribute to a maison that shapes the conversation of contemporary fashion while respecting the discipline of couture.

Role & Responsibilities

• Manage general ledger accounting through to the preparation and verification of annual financial statements
• Control and record routine accounting transactions, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and subsidiary ledger maintenance
• Perform inventory adjustment entries (FNP), cost of goods adjustments (CCA), provisions, depreciation, accrued expenses, and accrued revenue
• Conduct account reconciliations and detailed account analysis to identify and resolve discrepancies
• Monitor fixed assets, depreciation schedules, and capitalize or expense items in accordance with accounting standards
• Ensure data quality and compliance of all accounting records and supporting documentation
• Participate actively in monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close procedures
• Guarantee the reliability of intercompany accounts by performing reconciliations at each closing period
• Execute accounting controls related to payroll at each close, including review of wages, social contributions, provisions, and third-party social accounts
• Prepare audit files and supporting documentation for external auditors and statutory auditors
• Prepare and file periodic tax declarations: VAT (CA3, CA12), Intrastat (DEB) and VAT summary returns, CVAE, CFE, DAS2, and other local or sectoral taxes
• Verify the consistency of fiscal and accounting bases
• Perform VAT reconciliations and compliance controls
• Participate in the preparation of tax schedules and annual tax filings
• Monitor regulatory changes and maintain awareness of evolving tax requirements
• Participate in improving accounting and tax processes
• Track and respond to requests from tax authorities and external auditors

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (Bac+3) in Accounting, Finance, or Taxation
• DCG (Diplôme de Comptabilité et de Gestion) or DSCG (Diplôme Supérieur de Comptabilité et de Gestion) or equivalent qualification preferred
• Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience in general accounting
• Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, Power BI preferred)
• Knowledge of an ERP system (SAP preferred)
• Expert-level knowledge of French general accounting principles and tax regulations
• Demonstrated experience preparing VAT declarations and managing other tax obligations
• Strong analytical and synthesis capabilities
• Proven ability to prioritize effectively and meet strict deadlines

Skills

Experience

3 to 5 years of experience in general accounting, ideally in an international environment or accounting firm setting

Education

Bachelor's degree (Bac+3) in Accounting, Finance, or Taxation; DCG or DSCG preferred

Workplace

Culture

Balenciaga fosters a bold, forward-thinking workplace where creativity, experimentation, and cultural awareness drive the evolution of contemporary luxury. As an employer, the House encourages collaboration across disciplines, empowering teams to challenge convention while upholding exceptional standards of craftsmanship, precision, and brand integrity.

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