Chanel Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

About Chanel

Chanel is an independent French maison renowned for haute couture, ready-to-wear, leather goods, watches, fine jewellery, fragrance and beauty. Globally recognised for craftsmanship, creative leadership and brand stewardship, Chanel maintains a discreet, highly professional corporate culture and operates a network of boutiques and operations in key markets worldwide.

Role & Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial leadership for Chanel's operations in Turkey, owning the P&L and long-term financial planning for the country business.
• Drive budgeting, forecasting and rolling business plans in partnership with commercial and retail leadership to support revenue and margin objectives.
• Oversee month‑end and year‑end financial reporting, ensuring accuracy, timeliness and compliance with applicable accounting standards (IFRS/local GAAP) and group reporting requirements.
• Manage treasury, cash flow forecasting and working capital optimisation across retail and wholesale channels.
• Design, implement and monitor robust internal controls, financial policies and compliance processes; lead external and internal audit processes.
• Lead tax planning and liaise with external advisors and authorities on corporate tax, indirect taxes and customs matters.
• Partner with HR, Legal and Operations to evaluate investments, capital expenditure and store development projects; contribute to commercial decision-making with rigorous financial analysis.
• Build, develop and mentor a high-performing local finance team and represent the finance function with senior stakeholders including Group HQ.
• Oversee financial systems, reporting tools and process improvements to enhance data quality and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Proven senior finance leader with significant P&L responsibility, preferably within luxury retail, fashion, beauty or premium consumer goods.
• Deep knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and internal controls in a multi‑channel retail environment.
• Demonstrated experience managing audits, tax affairs and regulatory relationships in a complex market.
• Strong leadership track record, with experience building and developing cross‑functional finance teams.
• Comfortable presenting to executive stakeholders and coordinating with an international corporate headquarters.
• Professional credentials (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CIMA) or an advanced degree (MBA/MSc) preferred.

Skills

Experience

Extensive progressive finance experience, typically 10+ years, with at least 5 years in senior leadership roles managing finance for multi‑channel retail or luxury brands. Demonstrated track record of driving financial performance, implementing controls and leading cross‑functional initiatives in a multinational environment.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or a related discipline; advanced degree (MBA or MSc) or professional accounting qualification (CPA, ACCA, CIMA) preferred.

Workplace

Culture

Chanel balances rigorous commercial discipline with a deep respect for craftsmanship, creativity and brand heritage. The workplace emphasises discretion, excellence and collaborative partnership between local teams and global headquarters, offering high professional standards and exposure to international luxury operations.

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