Hennessy Accounting Apprentice
Hennessy in Cognac seeks an Accounting Apprentice (DCG, on‑site) for a two‑year apprenticeship in accounts payable and SAP processing.
Overview
Hennessy is a leading Maison de cognac within Moët Hennessy and the LVMH Wines & Spirits portfolio, recognised for craftsmanship, high-quality eaux-de-vie and a global reach. The House combines a strong heritage with continuous innovation and regional engagement in the Charente, offering career paths that emphasise technical mastery and the transmission of savoir‑faire.
Role & Responsibilities
- Process supplier invoices for designated categories (Services Matières Sèches year 1; transport and ORECO storage costs year 2): receive, scan into SCAN and verify data capture in KOFAX (supplier, invoice/credit note, invoice date, due date, OA status).
- Check mandatory invoice details, recoverable VAT, general ledger and cost‑account coding, intercompany codes and payment due dates.
- Launch and follow SCAN work‑flows to obtain required approvals and validate invoices in SAP after matching with received purchase orders; record non‑PO invoices following payment authorisations.
- Handle supplier enquiries and follow up on supplier reminders.
- Scan other accountants' supplier invoices as required and perform filing and archiving of routine dossiers.
- Prepare documentation for external auditors and respond to audit questions.
- Support other accounting positions as needed and prepare a monthly analysis of payment due dates for continuous‑improvement meetings (second year).
Qualifications
- Enrolled in a DCG (Diplôme de Comptabilité et de Gestion) programme for a two‑year apprenticeship.
- Rigorous, highly organised with a strong attention to detail.
- Good interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively within a team.
- Discretion, intellectual curiosity and a strong appetite to learn.
- Basic proficiency with office software; willingness to master company accounting tools.
Skills
Experience
Entry‑level. Suitable for candidates beginning their professional career and currently pursuing a DCG; prior internships or coursework in accounting are advantageous but not mandatory.
Education
Currently enrolled in or accepted onto a two‑year DCG (Diplôme de Comptabilité et de Gestion) apprenticeship program.
Workplace
This position is based in Cognac, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France, within easy reach of Bordeaux. Cerulean lists 8 open roles in Cognac. The broader Nouvelle-Aquitaine area accounts for 23 active listings on Cerulean, 3 of which are new. In France as a whole, Cerulean currently features 4.275 open positions, with 127 posted this week.
Benefits
Personalised tutor/mentoring; structured on‑the‑job learning with progressively responsible assignments; opportunity to validate the DCG and build professional network; supportive and learning‑focused work environment.
Culture
Hennessy blends a deep respect for traditional craftsmanship with a drive for innovation. The Maison values transmission of expertise, collective pride in product quality and a collaborative environment where mentorship and professional development are central.
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.