Kenzo Management Accounting Intern
- Location
- ParisÎle-de-FranceFrance
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Department
- Finance, Accounting & Revenue Management
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Jul 28, 2026
About Kenzo
Founded in Paris in 1970 by Kenzo Takada, Kenzo is a singular luxury house where Japanese sensibility meets the energy of the French capital. Now part of LVMH, the Maison is renowned for its bold prints, cultural dialogue, and joyful approach to fashion, accessories, and fragrance. As an employer, Kenzo offers a creative, international environment that values curiosity, craftsmanship, and contemporary vision. Its teams contribute to a brand legacy defined by openness, color, and movement, while benefiting from the standards, resources, and global perspective of one of the world’s leading luxury groups.
Kenzo internship: Management Accounting Intern in Paris. Support budget, financial analysis, and reporting across European retail operations for six months.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support budget construction for the revised 2026 forecast and three-year strategic plan, including revenue and margin projections by country and boutique location
- Conduct budget negotiations, manage expense monitoring, and execute monthly closings in compliance with accounting standards
- Perform project simulations and control P&L analysis for the retail Europe region
- Analyze consolidated commercial activity across distribution channels and support wholesale performance oversight
- Coordinate capital investment requests (CAPEX) and regional P&L reviews
- Prepare weekly sales analysis, activity reports, and KPI tracking including Sell Thru and productivity metrics
- Support CFO and Management Control Director presentations and LVMH group reporting requirements
Qualifications
- Student enrolled in a university degree program or business school with finance specialization
- Prior experience in controlling, financial analysis, or audit functions
- Strong attention to detail with demonstrated analytical rigor
- Collaborative approach to working with cross-functional teams across multiple regions
Skills
Experience
Beginner-level experience in controlling, audit, or financial analysis preferred; demonstrated capability with financial data and budgeting tools.
Education
Currently pursuing a university degree or business school diploma with specialization in finance or accounting.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
Benefits
Internship position positioned within a leading luxury fashion group; exposure to international financial operations and strategic planning processes.
Culture
Kenzo fosters a vibrant, multicultural workplace where Parisian sophistication meets bold, playful creative energy inspired by global perspectives. As an employer, it encourages individuality, collaboration, and artistic curiosity, offering teams an environment that values innovation, craftsmanship, and the freedom to challenge conventions.
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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