Supplier Accounting Manager

Location ParisÎle-de-FranceFrance
Type Full-Time
Seniority Manager
Posted Mar 16, 2026
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Cartier Paris is hiring a Supplier Accounting Manager (Accounts Payable Manager) — permanent, full‑time role managing supplier ledger and payments.

Overview

Cartier is a globally recognised Maison of high jewellery and watchmaking, celebrated for exemplary craftsmanship and refined design. As part of the Richemont group, the brand operates within an international luxury ecosystem that combines artisanal savoir‑faire with rigorous financial and operational standards.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Manage the end‑to‑end supplier accounting cycle: invoice receipt, validation, matching (PO and non‑PO), posting and resolution of discrepancies.
  • Coordinate and execute supplier payment runs in line with treasury and cash‑flow policies; monitor payment terms and early payment opportunities.
  • Perform periodic supplier reconciliations and investigate/clear open items and supplier statements.
  • Lead month‑end and year‑end supplier accounting activities: accruals, cut‑offs, account analysis and reporting for closing packages.
  • Maintain and govern vendor master data, ensuring accuracy and segregation of duties across systems.
  • Implement and monitor internal controls and process improvements to mitigate risk and improve efficiency (including compliance with group policies).
  • Act as primary liaison with procurement, treasury, operations and external suppliers to resolve queries and streamline processes.
  • Supervise, coach and develop junior accounting staff; allocate workload and ensure quality and timeliness of deliverables.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or equivalent; professional accounting qualification (e.g., DCG, ACCA, CIMA) preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of accounting principles and supplier/accounts payable processes, including month‑end close and accruals.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage teams and to work cross‑functionally with procurement, treasury and operations.
  • Track record of operating within robust control environments and delivering process improvements.

Skills

Supplier ledger management Invoice processing and PO/non‑PO matching Reconciliations and statement analysis Month‑end closing and accrual accounting Payment run coordination and cash‑flow sensitivity Vendor master data governance Internal controls and audit readiness Team leadership and stakeholder communication Advanced Excel ERP experience (preferably SAP or similar)

Experience

Typically 3–5+ years of progressive supplier/accounts payable experience, with at least some supervisory responsibility; experience in a multinational or luxury retail environment is advantageous.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline; professional accounting certification preferred.

Culture

Cartier cultivates a refined, collaborative workplace that values craftsmanship, discretion and excellence. Employees operate in an international luxury environment where attention to detail, respect for heritage and a commitment to high standards shape everyday work.