- Employment
- Temporary
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $28–30/hour
- Department
- Finance, Accounting & Revenue Management
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Sep 30, 2026
About Valentino
Founded in Rome in 1960 by Valentino Garavani and Giancarlo Giammetti, Valentino is an Italian luxury house distinguished by its couture heritage, expressive elegance and exceptional craftsmanship. Spanning haute couture, ready-to-wear, leather goods and accessories, the Maison unites artisanal expertise with contemporary creative ambition. As an employer, Valentino offers a professional setting where design, atelier craftsmanship, merchandising, retail and corporate functions contribute to a globally recognised identity. Its teams translate a rich Roman legacy into collections and client experiences, making the house a compelling environment for professionals drawn to the interplay of cultural heritage, meticulous execution and evolving expressions of luxury.
Maison Valentino seeks a Temporary Staff Accountant to support the accounting function for a six-month assignment in New York. Reporting to the Accounting Manager, this full-time, onsite role encompasses bank reconciliations, cash account management, concession settlement recording, balance sheet reconciliations, and participation in monthly and year-end close processes. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong proficiency in SAP, MS Office applications, and financial reporting, with the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining rigorous attention to detail and integrity in all financial transactions.
Role & Responsibilities
- Perform bank reconciliations and maintain cash accounts
- Reconcile and record concession settlements and other cash-related transactions
- Reconcile store credits, sales deposits, and related accounts
- Investigate and resolve chargebacks, payment disputes, and fraud issues
- Reconcile intercompany accounts receivable and payable balances
- Reconcile balance sheet accounts
- Assist with fixed asset accounting and journal entries
- Support monthly sales tax filings and compliance requirements
- Support month-end and year-end close processes
- Participate in special projects and ad-hoc accounting assignments
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 3+ years of corporate accounting experience
- 1+ year of SAP experience
- Proficiency in MS Office (Excel and Outlook)
- Knowledge of general accounting principles, regulatory standards, and compliance requirements
- Strong interpersonal skills
- High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
- Effective verbal, listening, and written communication skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Skills
Experience
3+ years of corporate accounting experience, including hands-on involvement with bank reconciliations, general ledger management, and close processes. Demonstrated proficiency with enterprise resource planning systems (specifically SAP) and financial software. Prior experience in a retail or luxury goods environment is advantageous but not required.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 28 to USD 30 per hour.
Benefits
Competitive hourly pay; exposure to a dynamic, fast-paced luxury retail environment; hands-on experience across multiple accounting functions; collaborative team environment with direct mentorship from accounting leadership.
Culture
Valentino’s workplace culture is rooted in its Roman couture heritage, combining creative expression with exacting craftsmanship and meticulous attention to detail. Its professional environment brings together design, atelier and business expertise around a shared ambition to interpret the Maison’s distinctive identity through a contemporary vision of luxury.
About Cerulean
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