06/10/2024
KERING - Senior Assistant Accountant
Kering - Regular
Haywards Heath - United Kingdom
About Kering
Kering is a global Luxury group which manages the development of a series of renowned Houses in fashion, leather goods, jewelry and watches: Gucci, Saint Laurent, Bottega Veneta, Balenciaga, Alexander McQueen, Brioni, Boucheron, Pomellato, Dodo, Qeelin, as well as Kering Eyewear. In 2021, Kering had 42,000 employees and restated revenue of €17.6 billion. Kering is a major player in the luxury sector. By placing creativity at the heart of its strategy, Kering empowers its people to lead the way in terms of creative expression while crafting tomorrow's Luxury in a sustainable and responsible way. We capture these beliefs in our signature: “Empowering Imagination.” A shared culture and determination unite our Houses. Together, we are building a unique, passionate and responsible Luxury group, working to push boundaries in a positive way. Join us to shape the Luxury of tomorrow with us.
We are currently seeking a Senior Assistant Accountant who will report to the Financial Controller based in the Finance Shared Service Centre in Haywards Heath.
Your opportunity
You will work collaboratively within the Finance Shared Services department in order to support on the preparation of the month end reporting, compliance activities and daily UK finance operations.
How you will contribute
- Support the Financial Controller in the preparation of month end reporting, including posting month end journals, preparing prepayments and fixed assets postings.
- Ownership of the full month end reporting process on one brand, including HFM load files, analysis of results and responding to divisional queries.
- Preparation of balance sheet reconciliations
- Reviewing Intercompany postings
- Preparing of quarterly VAT returns
- Maintaining capital allowances ledger
- Assisting in the preparation of budget and forecasts
- Assisting in the preparation of statutory accounts
- Responding and supporting with queries raised by stores or operational teams
- Responding to internal and external audit queries
Who you are
- ACCA/CIMA/ACA qualified/in the latter part of your studies
- At least 3 years of experience in industry accounting
- Experience in retail / luxury retail business within a finance function would be a plus
- Proficient in SAP, Excel, HFM reporting
- A problem solver with a strong analytical mindset with a high attention to detail
- An effective and positive team player with excellent communication skills with an agile, collaborative and inclusive approach
Why work with us
Kering is committed to building a diverse workforce. We believe diversity in all its forms – gender, age, nationality, culture, religious beliefs and sexual orientation – enriches the workplace. It opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to adapt to a changing world. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background