Richemont Financial Accountant

About Richemont

Richemont is a global luxury goods group comprising a portfolio of distinguished maisons across jewellery, watches, leather goods and lifestyle brands. As an employer it is known for high standards of craftsmanship, an international matrix structure and a focus on long-term brand stewardship within a corporate group context.

Role & Responsibilities

• Gather, analyse, and interpret financial information in collaboration with Maisons and Functions to provide decision-making insights
• Analyze general ledger accounts, calculate accruals in compliance with IFRS and Richemont policies, and ensure timely booking of entries
• Update, review, and reconcile general ledger accounts according to the Balance Sheet Schedule, investigating variances and outstanding items
• Prepare and post entries for prepayments and accruals in coordination with Maisons and the Financial Planning and Analysis team
• Support sales interface reconciliation and adjustments, ensuring compliance with IFRS and Richemont's financial policies
• Review, check, and support daily wholesale and retail sales interfaces in SAP, coordinating with relevant teams to resolve issues
• Maintain detailed records and supporting documentation for all entries in the Finance document storage system
• Perform vendor statement of accounts reconciliation in conjunction with the Accounts Payable Controller
• Prepare bank reconciliation schedules, identify and investigate variances
• Run monthly depreciation and fixed assets reports, including the CAPEX Management Report
• Maintain and update lease agreements in accordance with IFRS 16 standards and SAP data integrity
• Perform monthly lease valuation runs and post related adjusting entries
• Maintain vendor workflow data and administer Concur travel and expense management
• Support internal and external audits and implement recommended improvements
• Undertake regular internal control testing with appropriate supporting documentation
• Manage reconciliation, payment, and other activities related to Inter-Company accounts
• Oversee advertising and promotion accounting
• Execute ad hoc activities as required within the scope of the general ledger function

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Commerce or Finance degree with Honours
• Accounting certification and professional qualification (advantage)
• Minimum 3–5 years of proven experience in finance and accounting
• At least 2 years' experience in general ledger accounting
• Audit experience (advantage)
• Strong accounting background
• Proficiency with SAP ERP systems
• Knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
• Knowledge of South African VAT regulations
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint)
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Strong collaboration and communication abilities in diverse, complex environments
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and adhere to deadlines
• High-level personal integrity and ability to manage confidential information
• Demonstrated experience working within matrix organizations

Skills

Experience

A minimum of 3–5 years of proven experience in finance and accounting, with at least 2 years' experience specifically in general ledger accounting. Audit experience is considered advantageous.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce or Finance degree with Honours. Accounting certification and professional qualification is an advantage.

Workplace

Culture

Richemont’s workplace culture emphasises craftsmanship, discretion and cross-border collaboration. Teams operate within an international matrix where commercial acumen and rigorous financial governance are highly valued, and employees are expected to uphold the elevated standards associated with luxury maisons.

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