- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Junior
- Department
- Finance, Accounting & Revenue Management
- Posted
- Oct 15, 2026
About Diptyque
Founded in Paris in 1961 by Christiane Montadre-Gautrot, Desmond Knox-Leet and Yves Coueslant, Diptyque is a fragrance and lifestyle maison distinguished by its artistic heritage, imaginative storytelling and exacting craftsmanship. From its historic boutique at 34 Boulevard Saint-Germain, the house has cultivated an international presence through perfumes, scented candles and objects for the home. As an employer, Diptyque brings together talents across fragrance development, design, retail and corporate functions, united by an appreciation for beauty and the sensory experience. Its distinctive universe offers professionals the opportunity to contribute to a Parisian maison where creativity, attention to detail and thoughtful client relationships underpin the brand’s identity.
Diptyque seeks a Junior Accountant in New York to manage cash and bank reconciliations across U.S. and Canadian operations, investigate transaction discrepancies across retail and eCommerce systems, and support month-end close, audits, and accounting projects. The role is full-time.
Role & Responsibilities
- Follow up accurately and promptly with accounts payable and accounts receivable on bank activities.
- Manage cash and banking functions and reconciliations for the United States and Canada.
- Reconcile banking, retail, and eCommerce transactions in detail, ensuring financial transactions are complete and accurate.
- Manage eCommerce bank reconciliations and investigate financial data-flow discrepancies between Shopify, POS systems, payment processors, and the ERP system.
- Identify, investigate, and resolve transaction discrepancies, partnering with IT and cross-functional teams on data transmission or system integration issues.
- Manage merchant fees, chargebacks, corporate credit card activity, Concur expense reports, and related accounting processes.
- Perform monthly bank reconciliations for all entities.
- Prepare and reconcile balance sheet accounts related to cash, accounts receivable liabilities, and employee expenses.
- Support month-end journal entries, accruals, and account analyses.
- Investigate and resolve or escalate reconciling items, missing transactions, and system-related discrepancies before close.
- Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
- Assist with ERP enhancements, accounting process improvements, and integration-related projects.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on ad hoc financial, operational, and systems initiatives.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a similar field.
- At least 2 years of accounting experience, preferably in retail, consumer goods, or eCommerce.
- Strong understanding of accounting transaction flows between POS systems, eCommerce platforms, payment processors, and ERP systems.
- Experience performing detailed, high-volume account reconciliations with strong attention to detail.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to investigate root causes and independently resolve discrepancies.
- Ability to identify data transmission issues, assess financial impact, and partner effectively with IT teams to drive timely resolution.
- Advanced Excel skills.
- ERP experience required; Navision experience preferred.
- Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills.
Skills
Experience
2+ years of accounting experience, preferably within a retail, consumer goods, or eCommerce environment.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a similar field.
Benefits
The total compensation package may include bonus potential, competitive benefits, and other perks.
Culture
Diptyque’s workplace culture is shaped by its Parisian artistic heritage, combining creative expression with a meticulous approach to fragrance, design and storytelling. Across its métiers, the Maison places emphasis on curiosity, craftsmanship and attention to detail, inviting employees to bring its distinctive universe to life through thoughtful client experiences.
About Cerulean
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