Accountant

Overview

CELINE is an iconic French leather‑goods and fashion house within the LVMH group, renowned for minimalist Parisian aesthetics, fine craftsmanship and premium retail experiences. The brand operates internationally across design, production and retail, offering roles that combine operational rigor with creative sensibility.

Role & Responsibilities

• Record and post daily accounting journal entries to maintain the general ledger.
• Process Purchase‑to‑Pay supplier invoices (Opex and Capex), ensuring statutory, fiscal and internal control compliance; match invoices to purchase orders or perform direct accounting as required.
• Support Order‑to‑Cash activities including issuance of invoices and daily reconciliation of boutique sales.
• Manage retail accounting relationships and liaise with store administrators to resolve accounting issues.
• Execute inventory accounting and reconciliation procedures.
• Prepare and control reconciliations of intercompany balances.
• Manage tax obligations and collaborate with tax advisors to ensure compliance.
• Contribute to the preparation and close support for annual financial statements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or equivalent professional experience.
• Fluent written and spoken Italian and English; working knowledge of French is a plus.
• Minimum 5 years' relevant accounting experience (experience in luxury/fashion is an advantage).
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple deadlines.
• High attention to detail and proven analytical capability, including data synthesis.
• Autonomous, proactive and problem‑solving attitude with a hands‑on approach.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel; JDE accounting system knowledge is a plus.
• Familiarity with Purchase‑to‑Pay, Order‑to‑Cash processes, intercompany reconciliations and inventory accounting.

Skills

Experience

Minimum 5 years' professional experience in accounting or finance; prior exposure to retail or luxury fashion accounting preferred.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or equivalent experience.

Culture

CELINE fosters a high‑performing, detail‑driven workplace where craftsmanship, discretion and international collaboration are valued. The brand emphasises inclusivity and equal opportunity, promoting a respectful environment that welcomes diverse backgrounds and perspectives.