Chanel Internal Auditor
Chanel seeks an Internal Auditor in Paris to execute risk‑based audits, assess controls and drive remediation across the organisation.
Overview
Chanel is a privately held French maison renowned for haute couture, ready-to-wear, accessories and beauty. As an employer it combines a stewardship of artisanal craftsmanship with global scale, offering cross‑disciplinary collaboration across creative, commercial and operational functions while maintaining a culture of discretion, high standards and long‑term talent development.
Role & Responsibilities
- Plan and execute risk‑based internal audits across finance, operations, retail and supply‑chain functions, including on‑site and remote fieldwork.
- Assess the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls and business processes; identify control gaps and operational risks.
- Prepare clear, evidence‑based audit reports with pragmatic recommendations and agreed remediation plans.
- Monitor and follow up on remediation actions to ensure timely closure and sustained control improvements.
- Perform data‑driven testing and analytics to identify exceptions, trends and control weaknesses.
- Support SOX/compliance testing and contribute to enterprise risk assessments and control frameworks.
- Liaise with business stakeholders and senior management to influence control enhancements and promote a control‑conscious culture.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Audit or equivalent; Master’s degree preferred.
- Professional certification preferred (CIA, CPA, ACCA or equivalent).
- Fluency in French and professional working proficiency in English.
- Strong ethical standards, discretion and the ability to handle confidential information.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the capacity to present findings to senior stakeholders.
Skills
Experience
Typically 3–6 years of progressive internal audit, external audit (Big Four) or risk/compliance experience, ideally with exposure to multi‑jurisdictional operations or the luxury goods sector.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Audit, or a related discipline; a master’s degree or equivalent professional qualification is advantageous.
Workplace
This position is based in Paris, Île-de-France, France. Cerulean lists 3.293 open roles in Paris, including 64 posted recently. The broader Île-de-France area accounts for 3.707 active listings on Cerulean, 94 of which are new. In France as a whole, Cerulean currently features 4.253 open positions, with 115 posted this week.
Culture
Chanel blends a deep respect for craftsmanship with international business sophistication, fostering a discreet, performance‑driven environment. Employees are expected to combine analytical rigour with cultural sensitivity and a commitment to excellence.
About Cerulean
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