Chanel Director of European Accounting

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Location
ParisÎle-de-FranceFrance
Posted
Sep 15, 2025

About Chanel

Chanel, a prestigious name in the luxury fashion industry, is renowned for its commitment to excellence, creativity, and innovation. As part of the larger Chanel Group, the company offers a dynamic and inclusive work environment that fosters personal growth and collective progress. Chanel values the unique contributions of each individual, enhancing the diversity and effectiveness of its teams.

Chanel is seeking a Director of European Accounting in Paris, France. This full-time role involves overseeing accounting operations across multiple divisions and entities, ensuring compliance and driving innovation.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Oversee the Shared Services Center for Accounting, covering approximately 40 French entities and three major divisions: Fashion, Fragrance & Beauty, and Watches & Fine Jewelry.
  • Act as the primary accounting reference and trusted contact for Chanel SAS, ensuring the reliability and compliance of general, client, supplier, and asset accounts with French and IFRS standards.
  • Supervise financial closings, audits, and reporting, ensuring adherence to deadlines and regulatory requirements.
  • Coordinate and advise the network of European accounting managers, ensuring consistency and harmonization of practices across markets.
  • Lead and develop a team of 60 to 70 diverse professionals, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
  • Drive the transformation and digitalization of accounting processes, collaborating with IT and other departments to implement continuous improvements.
  • Ensure legal, tax, and regulatory compliance, managing risk prevention related to accounting standards and practices.

Qualifications

  • Advanced degree (Master's level) in Finance or related field.
  • Minimum of 15 years of experience in a complex financial environment, ideally within a corporate or consultancy setting.
  • Proven expertise in French and IFRS accounting standards.
  • Demonstrated experience in managing large, multidisciplinary teams in international contexts.

Skills

Natural leadership and ability to influence and consult on major issues. Creativity and problem-solving skills, with the ability to propose innovative solutions. Strong affinity for transformation, digitalization, and automation of accounting processes. Excellent interpersonal and pedagogical skills, capable of working with diverse stakeholders.

Experience

A minimum of 15 years in a complex financial environment, with significant experience in managing large, multidisciplinary teams internationally.

Education

Master's degree in Finance or related field.

Workplace

The role is situated in Paris, Île-de-France, France.

Benefits

Chanel offers a stimulating and supportive work environment, promoting professional development and collaboration. Employees benefit from a culture that values diversity and inclusivity, enhancing both personal and collective growth.

Culture

Chanel is dedicated to fostering an inclusive culture that nurtures personal growth and contributes to collective progress. The company values the uniqueness of each individual, which enhances team diversity, complementarity, and effectiveness.

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