Deputy Accounting Manager

Overview

Hermès is a preeminent French luxury house known for artisanal craftsmanship, refined product categories and rigorous attention to detail. As part of the Hermès group, the holding entities underpin a global network of ateliers, retail and operational functions that demand exacting financial controls and a strong compliance culture.

Role & Responsibilities

• Act as the accounting manager’s deputy and ensure continuity of operations in their absence.
• Execute and co-sign electronic treasury transfers; support ad hoc treasury projects and promptly flag anomalies or suspicious transactions.
• Record and validate general ledger entries using SAP, Magnitude, CTU and GEO; ensure the integrity of payroll-related and other core accounting postings.
• Manage investments accounting (journal entries, amortisation, impairments) and prepare period cut‑offs and provisions during close.
• Perform reconciliations, analyse variances, recommend corrective actions and drive process improvements with operational teams.
• Produce Magnitude reporting and contribute to the formalisation of accounting compliance controls via GEO.
• Prepare statutory and management tax deliverables (VAT, liasses, tax forms such as Taxe DEFI, C3S, Crédit Impôt Mécénat) and establish taxable results in coordination with the tax department.
• Support audit activities by applying audit methodologies, drafting operational procedures and training new entrants.
• Ensure adherence to group close timetables, daily controls and internal procedures; comply with workplace regulations and security rules.

Qualifications

• Minimum Bac+3; Bac+5 or professional accounting qualifications preferred (DCG, DSCG, MSTCF or equivalent).
• At least 6 years’ progressive accounting experience, including general ledger, treasury and tax reporting.
• Proven knowledge of French accounting and tax rules and audit methodologies.
• Strong organisational rigour, accuracy and a methodical approach to month‑end and fiscal deliverables.
• Good interpersonal skills and experience collaborating across operations, HR and controlling functions.

Skills

Experience

Minimum 6 years of professional experience in accounting or finance roles, with demonstrated responsibility for general ledger maintenance, reconciliations, treasury operations and tax reporting in a multi‑entity environment.

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting/Finance or equivalent professional qualifications (DCG, DSCG, MSTCF).

Culture

Hermès fosters a culture of craftsmanship, discretion and high standards; teams operate with a strong sense of autonomy, collaboration and regard for ethical conduct. The employer emphasises inclusion and responsible corporate behaviour across its operations.