Chanel Accounting Apprentice — General Accounting & Real Estate (Alternance)

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Location
France
└Île-de-France
└Paris
Employment
Internship
Seniority
Intern
Posted
Apr 1, 2026

About Chanel

Chanel is an independently owned global Maison renowned for its couture, leather goods, beauty and fragrance houses. The corporate environment blends rigorous financial governance with a deep respect for craftsmanship, creativity and discretion. Finance teams operate within a high-standard, internationally oriented luxury business that values precision, confidentiality and long-term stewardship of assets.

Chanel in Paris seeks an Accounting Apprentice (Alternance) for General Accounting & Real Estate — alternance position in corporate finance.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Support the general ledger accounting team with day-to-day bookkeeping and journal entries, ensuring accuracy and timely posting.
  • Assist with fixed asset and real estate accounting: register acquisitions, disposals, depreciation schedules and reconciliations for property portfolios.
  • Contribute to month‑end and year‑end closing activities, including account reconciliations, accruals and analysis of balance sheet movements.
  • Process and control supplier invoices, lease charges and intercompany accounting related to corporate real estate.
  • Prepare and maintain documentation, supporting schedules and audit files to ensure compliance with internal controls and statutory requirements.
  • Liaise with internal stakeholders and external property managers to collect data and clarify accounting treatments for real estate operations.
  • Participate in ad-hoc finance projects and continuous-improvement initiatives, including process standardization and system-related tasks.

Qualifications

  • Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or equivalent (alternance format).
  • Strong numerical aptitude, attention to detail and a rigorous approach to reconciliations and accounting controls.
  • Good organizational skills with the ability to manage deadlines during monthly close cycles.
  • Capacity to communicate clearly with internal stakeholders and external vendors, maintaining confidentiality.
  • Proactive attitude and willingness to learn technical accounting standards and company-specific procedures.

Skills

General ledger accounting Fixed asset accounting Real estate / property accounting Month-end close and reconciliations Microsoft Excel IFRS SAP FI/CO

Experience

Suitable for candidates with limited professional experience; previous internships or coursework in accounting or finance are advantageous but not mandatory. The role is designed for an alternance student seeking practical exposure to corporate accounting and real estate accounting processes.

Education

Enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's programme in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related field (alternance/apprenticeship pathway).

Workplace

The successful candidate will be located in Paris, Île-de-France, France.

Culture

The finance organisation at Chanel combines high professional standards with a discreet, atelier-like ethos. Teams value technical excellence, collaboration across global functions and a respect for heritage while driving modernisation and best practice in financial reporting.

About Cerulean

Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.

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