Chanel Assistant IT Management Controller (Alternance)

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Chanel | Neuilly-sur-Seine — Alternance Assistant IT Management Controller (Corporate). Work-study role supporting IT cost control, budgeting and reporting.

Overview

Chanel is an iconic French luxury house with global operations across haute couture, ready-to-wear, accessories, beauty and fragrance, and fine jewelry and watches. As a privately held company, Chanel combines artisanal craftsmanship and creative innovation with rigorous corporate functions — including finance and IT — to support its international business and digital transformation.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Support the IT Financial Controller in month-end closing, consolidation and preparation of IT cost reports (OPEX and CAPEX).
  • Monitor and reconcile IT-related invoices, vendor spend and cost allocations to ensure correct posting and accounting treatment.
  • Prepare budgetary follow-ups, rolling forecasts and variance analyses with clear explanations for corporate stakeholders.
  • Build and maintain Excel-based trackers and management dashboards; propose and implement process improvements and automation.
  • Follow the financial progress of IT projects and investments, tracking commitments, actuals and forecasted spend.
  • Coordinate with IT, Procurement and Finance teams to collect data, validate entries and ensure completeness of reporting.
  • Draft clear, concise financial summaries and presentation materials for reporting to senior management.
  • Contribute to ad hoc analyses and support continuous improvement of management control practices within the IT organisation.

Qualifications

  • Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's programme in Finance, Accounting, Management Control, Business Administration or Information Systems under a work-study (alternance) arrangement.
  • Strong numerical proficiency and rigorous attention to detail.
  • Advanced Excel skills with the ability to build models, pivot tables and structured reporting.
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills; able to collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders.
  • Organised, proactive and able to prioritise competing tasks in a fast-paced corporate environment.

Skills

Financial analysis Budgeting and forecasting Cost control and variance analysis Management reporting and KPI tracking Excel (advanced: pivot tables, formulas, data modelling) PowerPoint (presentation preparation) Data consolidation and cleansing Project financial follow-up (CAPEX/OPEX) Cross-functional stakeholder coordination Process improvement and reporting automation

Experience

Previous internship experience in finance, management control, accounting or IT project finance is advantageous but not mandatory; ideal candidates will have some exposure to corporate finance processes through prior internships or academic projects.

Education

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Management Control, Business Administration, or Information Systems (work-study/alternance).

Culture

Chanel fosters a culture of excellence, discretion and craftsmanship while driving innovation across its global operations. The corporate environment values analytical rigour, cross-functional collaboration and a commitment to high standards, offering exposure to ambitious international projects and digital transformation initiatives.