Louis Vuitton Financial Director, France & Monaco

About Louis Vuitton

Founded in Paris in 1854, Louis Vuitton stands among the world’s most emblematic luxury maisons, renowned for exceptional craftsmanship, innovation, and the art of travel. As an employer, the Maison offers a distinctive environment where heritage and modernity meet, inviting talents to contribute to a global culture of excellence across retail, design, craftsmanship, client experience, operations, and corporate functions. Louis Vuitton values curiosity, precision, creativity, and entrepreneurial spirit, supporting employees through international opportunities, learning pathways, and a strong commitment to savoir-faire. Its teams are united by a shared ambition to craft enduring desirability and deliver exceptional experiences worldwide.

Role & Responsibilities

• Supervise comprehensive financial reporting (monthly, quarterly, annual) and ensure data reliability for local, regional, and headquarters stakeholders
• Analyse commercial and operational performance to identify growth and optimization levers, formulating strategic recommendations
• Coordinate and lead budgeting cycles including forecasting and medium-term planning in close collaboration with operational teams
• Produce ad hoc financial analyses to support investment decisions, product launches, and market strategies
• Partner strategically with operational leadership (Retail, Merchandising, Communications, Events) to drive profitability and growth objectives
• Challenge assumptions and business plans while actively contributing to the development of local strategies
• Build, develop, and structure the local finance team, ensuring individual and collective skill advancement
• Set performance objectives, conduct evaluations, and foster an environment of excellence and collaboration
• Ensure rigorous application of Group and Maison financial procedures and governance standards
• Guarantee the quality of accounting closures and the robustness of management indicators
• Coordinate interactions with accounting, tax, and external partners including auditors and statutory auditors

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration (or equivalent)
• Minimum 8–10 years of professional experience in financial direction or management accounting
• Proven experience in an international environment, ideally within luxury, retail, or premium consumer goods
• Confirmed experience managing and developing teams
• Demonstrated expertise in P&L management, reporting, budgeting, and forecasting
• Strong financial modelling capabilities
• Fluent English (essential)

Skills

Experience

Minimum 10 years of professional experience in financial direction or management accounting, acquired in an international environment, ideally within the luxury, retail, or premium consumer goods sector. Confirmed track record of leading and developing teams.

Education

Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or equivalent qualification from a recognized business school or higher education institution.

Workplace

Culture

Louis Vuitton fosters a culture rooted in heritage, craftsmanship, and a relentless pursuit of excellence, where employees contribute to one of the world’s most iconic luxury maisons. Its workplace environment combines creativity, precision, and international collaboration, offering teams the opportunity to grow within a brand that values innovation, client experience, and long-term savoir-faire.

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