Kering Income Tax Accountant
- Location
- WayneNew JerseyUSA
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Compensation
- $80,000–90,000/year
- Department
- Finance, Accounting & Revenue Management
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Jul 8, 2026
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.
Kering seeks an Income Tax Accountant in Wayne, NJ to manage federal and state tax compliance for luxury brands. $80,000–$90,000/year.
Role & Responsibilities
- Prepare U.S. federal, state, and local income tax returns, including reporting of cross-border transactions
- Prepare tax extensions, estimates, and related payments
- Prepare income tax provisions under US GAAP and IFRS standards
- Perform and maintain tax account reconciliations, roll-forwards, and supporting schedules
- Manage tax authority notices and correspondence
- Research U.S. income tax issues and document conclusions clearly and concisely
- Assist with maintaining tax documentation, compliance calendars, and internal controls
- Provide Canadian tax return information to third-party tax return preparers
Qualifications
- 3+ years of tax experience in public accounting, corporate, or private industry
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting with tax concentration
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel
- Experience with Onesource tax software preferred
- Experience in fixed asset depreciation calculations preferred
- Experience in retail, consumer products, or luxury brands preferred
Skills
Experience
3+ years of tax experience, with background in public accounting or corporate/private industry tax roles preferred.
Education
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, or an Accounting degree with a tax concentration.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Wayne, New Jersey, USA, with easy access to New York.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 80,000 to USD 90,000 per annum.
Benefits
Medical and prescription drug insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, critical illness insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, personalized healthcare support, wellbeing programs, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), 401(k) plan, basic life and AD&D insurance, and short-term disability insurance.
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
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