Kenzo International Financial Control Intern
Kenzo (LVMH) in Paris seeks an International Financial Control Intern — 6-month on-site internship starting July 2026 in Paris 2nd arrondissement.
Overview
Kenzo is a Paris-based fashion maison known for its bold ready-to-wear, accessories and fragrances. As part of the LVMH group, the brand combines creative design with global retail and wholesale operations. The head office finance and controlling teams operate in a matrixed, international environment serving multiple regional entities.
Role & Responsibilities
- Contribute to the construction of the annual revised budget and the 3-year strategic plan for Retail Europe, producing revenue and margin projections by country and by store.
- Support monthly closing activities and ensure compliance with internal control and reporting rules.
- Analyze consolidated sales by channel and assist in the monitoring and control of Wholesale performance.
- Prepare and analyze regional and boutique P&L statements; perform simulations and project analyses to assess business scenarios.
- Coordinate CAPEX requests and participate in investment tracking.
- Produce routine management reporting and KPI dashboards (weekly sales analysis, sell‑through, productivity) and support preparation of presentations for the CFO and Head of Controlling.
Qualifications
- Enrolled in a university degree or business school program with a specialization in finance, accounting or management control (bachelor's or master's level).
- Prior internship or first professional experience in controlling, audit or finance.
- Fluent in French and English (spoken and written) — both languages required.
- Strong numerical rigour, curiosity and attention to detail; ability to work collaboratively with commercial and finance teams.
- Availability to start in July 2026 for a six-month full-time on-site internship in Paris (2nd arrondissement).
- This position is open to candidates with recognised disabilities (RQTH).
Skills
Experience
Early-career candidate: previous internship or equivalent experience in management control or audit is required. Exposure to retail or wholesale finance is an advantage.
Education
Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program in Finance, Accounting, or Business (university or grande école).
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Paris, Île-de-France, France. 3.407 luxury roles are listed in Paris on Cerulean, 167 posted in the last 48 hours. Across the Île-de-France region, Cerulean lists 3.839 open positions — 193 listed in the past two days. Cerulean currently advertises 4.411 open roles in France, including 236 added in the last 48 hours.
Culture
Kenzo blends Parisian creativity with the operational rigor of the LVMH group, fostering an international, collaborative workplace. The maison values cross-functional teamwork, intellectual curiosity and precision in financial management.
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