Chanel Financial Control Intern – Fashion Image & Orchestration

About Chanel

Chanel is one of the world’s most revered luxury houses, founded by Gabrielle Chanel and distinguished by an enduring vision of elegance, freedom, and modernity. As an employer, the House brings together métiers ranging from haute couture, fashion and leather goods to fragrance, beauty, watches, and fine jewelry, offering employees the opportunity to contribute to a legacy defined by exceptional craftsmanship and creative audacity. Chanel values excellence, discretion, collaboration, and long-term development, fostering an environment where talent is nurtured and heritage is continually reinterpreted for contemporary clients. Its teams are united by a commitment to quality, innovation, and the timeless spirit of the brand.

Role & Responsibilities

• Monitor and track budgetary performance for the Image and Orchestration directorate
• Coordinate financial consolidation of strategic projects across Fashion division stakeholders including Retail, Supply, and IT
• Assist in deployment and evolution of innovative financial solutions and tools within Image and Orchestration teams
• Lead and animate the complete budgetary and financial process for new teams, from budget elaboration through real-time monitoring and alerts
• Track 7L Library revenue recognition, cash collections, and monthly revenue reporting
• Monitor and audit invoice accounting, allocation, and payment processing; construct and automate activity-based reporting dashboards
• Build and maintain operational dashboards for performance monitoring, profitability analysis by project, and exploitation account analysis
• Participate in financial and accounting closures, analyze charges and provisions, and contribute to budget construction aligned with strategy
• Formalize administrative and financial procedures, train operational teams, and support internal control implementation

Qualifications

• Prior internship or professional experience in a financial services or audit function
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; ERP experience (SAP, TM1) is preferred
• Fluent in both English and French (written and spoken)
• Demonstrated rigor, organizational skills, anticipation abilities, and strong interpersonal qualities
• Passion for the fashion industry and awareness of creative industries trends

Skills

Experience

Prior internship or entry-level professional experience in financial services, audit, or a related control function is required.

Education

Current or recent student pursuing a degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or related discipline; participation in an educational internship program is typical.

Workplace

Culture

Chanel fosters a culture of timeless creativity, exacting craftsmanship, and quiet excellence, where employees are encouraged to uphold the house’s heritage while contributing to its continued innovation. The workplace environment is refined, collaborative, and deeply committed to quality, offering professionals the opportunity to grow within a globally respected maison that values discretion, artistry, and long-term vision.

About Cerulean

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