Galeries Lafayette Financial Control Trainee

Employment
Internship
Seniority
Intern
Compensation
€1,300–1,500/month
Posted
Sep 1, 2026

About Galeries Lafayette

Galeries Lafayette, a prestigious entity within the retail landscape, offers an exhilarating environment that embodies a lifestyle of fashion, beauty, home, jewelry, watchmaking, and gastronomy. As part of this vibrant and innovative group, employees are encouraged to embrace creativity and commitment, driving the evolution of commerce and enchanting customers with every interaction.

Galeries Lafayette seeks a management accounting intern in Paris for retail and digital financial analysis, starting January 2027.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Participate in monthly close procedures and e-commerce P&L tracking across digital operations
  • Validate e-commerce orders and provisions while monitoring revenue and variable cost performance
  • Track and analyze all marketing-related costs including CRM campaigns, media, social media, and event expenditure
  • Contribute to monthly loyalty programme cost analysis and budget reconciliation
  • Support profitability monitoring and stock management for flagship department stores
  • Prepare revenue reporting and conduct margin analysis across store segments
  • Assist business units in developing and building annual financial forecasts and budgets

Qualifications

  • Enrolled in a Bachelor+4 or Master's programme (business school or equivalent)
  • First experience in management accounting or financial control preferred
  • Ability to manage new challenges and learn with agility
  • Results-oriented mindset with ability to mobilize cross-functional teams to achieve objectives

Skills

Financial analysis and P&L management Budget forecasting and variance analysis Cost tracking and margin optimization Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools Attention to detail and data accuracy

Experience

First internship or early career experience in management accounting or financial control is preferred; however, strong analytical skills and demonstrated ability to manage complex financial data are essential.

Education

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor+4 or Master's-level programme in business administration, commerce, finance, or equivalent institution.

Workplace

The successful candidate will be located in Paris, Île-de-France, France.

Compensation

The base compensation for this position ranges from EUR 1,300 to EUR 1,500 per month.

Benefits

Staff purchase discount; 80% reimbursement of transport costs; two days per week remote work; bespoke Campus onboarding programme to develop cultural immersion and professional knowledge.

Culture

Galeries Lafayette fosters a culture of innovation and joy, where each day presents new opportunities and challenges. Employees are part of a creative and committed team, dedicated to redefining the retail experience.

About Cerulean

Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.

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Galeries Lafayette

Galeries Lafayette Financial Control Trainee

Paris, France

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