Richemont GL & VAT Accountant
- Location
- MeyrinGenevaSwitzerland
- Employment
- Temporary
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Department
- Finance, Accounting & Revenue Management
- Industry
- High Jewelry
- Posted
- Mar 30, 2026
About Richemont
Richemont is a Swiss-based luxury goods group that manages a portfolio of haute horlogerie, jewellery and leather goods maisons. As an international employer, Richemont offers finance and corporate functions that support artisanal brands worldwide, combining rigorous financial governance with a focus on long-term brand stewardship and craftsmanship.
GL & VAT Accountant at Richemont in Meyrin, Switzerland. Maternity cover role (6–8 months) managing accounting operations and tax compliance across 28 European countries.
Role & Responsibilities
- Execute balance sheet reconciliations and timely processing of accounting journals in line with IFRS and Group policies
- Investigate and clear general ledger accounts to maintain accuracy and compliance
- Participate in monthly consolidated reporting cycles and ensure proper allocation of costs in coordination with the controlling team
- Control, review, and file indirect tax statements across 28 European countries
- Address ad hoc queries from tax administrations and maintain standardized procedures and guidelines
- Support internal and external stakeholders with accounting and tax compliance matters
Qualifications
- Finance Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional qualification
- Demonstrated experience in accounting operations and general ledger management
- Proficiency in indirect tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions
- Strong knowledge of IFRS and consolidated reporting requirements
Skills
Experience
Proven experience in financial accounting roles with responsibility for general ledger management, balance sheet reconciliation, and indirect tax compliance across multiple countries is essential. Familiarity with IFRS-compliant accounting processes and participation in consolidated reporting cycles is required.
Education
Finance Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional qualification in accounting or a related financial discipline.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Meyrin, Geneva, Switzerland, with easy access to Geneva.
Culture
Richemont’s corporate environment blends rigorous financial discipline with support for heritage craftsmanship across its maisons. Teams are typically international, collaborative and oriented toward long‑term brand value, with strong emphasis on governance, quality and professional development.
About Cerulean
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