Richemont General Ledger Accountant
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Junior
- Department
- Finance, Accounting & Revenue Management
- Posted
- Jul 3, 2026
About Richemont
Richemont is one of the world’s foremost luxury groups, stewarding a distinguished portfolio of maisons across jewellery, watchmaking, fashion and accessories, including Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Jaeger-LeCoultre and Montblanc. As an employer, it combines the heritage of artisanal excellence with a forward-looking culture shaped by innovation, client-centricity and responsible business. Its global teams operate in an environment that values craftsmanship, entrepreneurship and collaboration, offering opportunities to grow within iconic maisons and group functions alike. Richemont attracts professionals who aspire to contribute to enduring luxury, preserving rare savoir-faire while helping define the future of high craftsmanship.
Richemont GL Accountant role in Villars sur Glâne, Switzerland. Manage general ledger operations, financial close processes, and accounting compliance.
Role & Responsibilities
- Maintain and monitor the general ledger, ensuring accurate recording of all financial transactions
- Prepare and review journal entries and supporting documentation
- Perform monthly account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies
- Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
- Support the financial close process and coordinate with other accounting functions
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards, local regulations, and internal policies
- Provide accounting support to operational teams and management as required
Qualifications
- Professional accounting qualification or equivalent experience
- Proficiency in general ledger accounting principles and practices
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Excellent organizational and analytical skills
Skills
Experience
2-3 years of experience in general ledger accounting, financial accounting, or a similar role within a regulated or complex financial environment.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; or equivalent professional experience. Professional qualification such as ACCA, CPA, or equivalent desirable.
Workplace
This position is based in Villars-sur-Glâne, Fribourg, Switzerland, within easy reach of Fribourg.
Culture
Richemont fosters a refined, international workplace where its Maisons preserve exceptional craftsmanship while benefiting from the strength and perspective of a global luxury group. As an employer, it values long-term stewardship, collaboration, innovation, and the development of talent within an environment shaped by heritage, creativity, and high standards.
About Cerulean
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