Richemont RFO Trainee
- Location
- MeyrinGenevaSwitzerland
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Department
- Finance, Accounting & Revenue Management
- Industry
- Fine Watches & Horology
- Posted
- May 1, 2026
About Richemont
Richemont is a Swiss-based luxury goods holding company that manages a portfolio of high-end maisons including leading names in watches, jewellery and luxury accessories. As a global luxury group with centralized functions at its Geneva-area headquarters, Richemont provides structured development programmes and cross-brand exposure for early-career professionals.
Richemont in Meyrin, Switzerland seeks an RFO Trainee (internship) to support financial operations, reporting and month-end close activities.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support the financial operations team with month-end and quarter-end closing tasks, including preparation of journal entries and account reconciliations.
- Assist with financial reporting and preparation of analysis for internal stakeholders and senior management.
- Execute account reconciliations and investigate variances to ensure ledger accuracy and compliance with internal controls.
- Contribute to process-improvement initiatives and documentation of standard operating procedures.
- Provide ad-hoc operational and analytical support to cross-functional teams, ensuring confidentiality and data integrity.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or currently enrolled in a related degree programme.
- Strong numerical aptitude with demonstrated ability to analyse financial data and produce clear summaries.
- High level of attention to detail, organisational discipline and ability to meet reporting deadlines.
- Professional discretion and ability to handle confidential financial information.
- Proactive team player with good interpersonal skills and a readiness to learn in a matrixed, multicultural environment.
Skills
Experience
Recent graduates or students with prior internship experience (typically 3–12 months) in finance, accounting or audit functions are preferred. Practical exposure to month-end activities, reconciliations and basic financial analysis is advantageous.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or currently completing such a degree.
Workplace
The role is situated in Meyrin, Geneva, Switzerland — conveniently close to Geneva.
Culture
Richemont fosters a culture grounded in craftsmanship, brand stewardship and cross-maison collaboration. The corporate environment at the Geneva-area hub emphasises professional development, analytical rigour and exposure to multiple luxury maisons within a supportive, international workplace.
About Cerulean
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