Kering Accountant – Purchase to Payment

About Kering

Kering is a global luxury group renowned for nurturing some of the world’s most influential Houses in fashion, leather goods, jewelry, and eyewear, including Gucci, Saint Laurent, Bottega Veneta, Balenciaga, and Boucheron. As an employer, Kering offers a distinctive environment where creative excellence, entrepreneurial spirit, and long-term sustainability converge. The Group empowers its talents to shape the future of luxury through innovation, craftsmanship, and responsible business practices. With an international culture grounded in diversity, inclusion, and shared ambition, Kering provides meaningful career opportunities for professionals seeking to contribute to exceptional brands while advancing a more sustainable and imaginative luxury industry.

Role & Responsibilities

• Process invoices within Service Level Agreement (SLA) timeframes and escalate issues promptly
• Resolve vendor and user inquiries whilst addressing period, quarter, and year-end processing requirements
• Assist in troubleshooting, decision-making, and identification of potential operational risks and issues
• Monitor and contribute to improving service levels and operational efficiency
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and problem-solving activities
• Assist with implementation of new processes and maintenance of Accounts Payable policies and procedures
• Ensure adherence to internal controls programs and compliance with accounting principles and SSC standards
• Support team members through coaching, training, and knowledge-sharing to enhance collective performance
• Establish and maintain productive cross-functional working relationships with stakeholders

Qualifications

• Diploma with minimum 5 years' work experience, or Degree in Commerce, Finance, or Accounting with 4 years' experience
• Business proficiency in English and Korean (TOPIK Level 4–5) with reading, writing, and speaking capability
• Intermediary knowledge of fundamental accounting concepts, practices, and procedures
• Intermediary knowledge of expenditure cycle, purchase orders, invoices, credit/debit notes, and payment terms
• Intermediary knowledge of treasury functions including bank statements and cash operations
• Intermediary knowledge of inter-company recharge principles and rules
• Proven experience performing Purchase to Payment processes
• Strong SAP and financial systems proficiency
• Good understanding of administrative duties, cultural sensitivities, and general operations

Skills

Experience

Minimum 4–5 years of professional experience in accounts payable, transaction processing, or related accounting functions, with demonstrated competency in Purchase to Payment cycles and vendor management.

Education

Diploma with minimum 5 years' work experience, or Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Finance, or Accounting with 4 years' professional experience.

Workplace

Culture

Kering fosters a dynamic, purpose-driven culture where creativity, entrepreneurship, and collaboration support the distinct identities of its luxury Houses. As an employer, the Group places strong emphasis on sustainability, diversity, and talent development, encouraging people to innovate responsibly while contributing to the future of modern luxury.

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.