Accounting Specialist

Job description

“I want to be part of what comes next.” – Gabrielle Chanel

CHANEL is a private company and a world leader in creating, developing, manufacturing and distributing luxury products. CHANEL offers a broad range of high-end creations in three divisions: Fashion, Watches & Jewelry and Fragrance & Beauty.

We are looking for an Accounting Specialist (m/f/x) to join us in our headquarter in Czech Republic. In this role you will work closely with our Beauty and Fashion teams in supporting them on the daily basis within your area of expertise. You will be a part of Eastern Europe Finance team along with other Accounting Specialists and Finance Manager.

In YOUR ROLE you can expect:

·  Taking over responsibility for the day-to-day financial/ accounting transactions
·  Driving the implementation of local financial processes
·  Coordinating and preparing monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS and local GAAP
·  Working cross-functionally with HR and other departments
·  Participating in challenging international finance projects
·  Providing support and expertise to our boutiques in Prague
·  Internal communication with the Paris headquarters and close cooperation with German colleagues within our zone
·  Contributing your own suggestions and project work

YOUR PROFILE:

·  University degree in business administration, accounting, a related field or equivalent qualification
·  Several years of experience in a comparable position
·  Professional experience in finance and accounting with international accounting standards (IFRS)
·  Proficiency in using accounting and financial software, knowledge of AX Dynamics or Navision would be an asset
·  Strong organizational and analytical skills
·  Team player with positive attitude, flexibility and stress resistance
·  Comfortable with complexity and ambiguity
·  Fluent communication skills in Czech and English; Polish, German or French would be a plus
·  Proficiency in handling MS-Office

OUR OFFER:

·  A strong brand in the luxury industry and an attractive working environment
·  A culture where we value passion, respect, humanity, honesty and responsibility
·  A diverse, collaborative and inclusive team
·  Competitive salary and employee benefits: e.g. life insurance, sport / leisure card, meal allowance, employee discount, product allowance
·  Modern workplace and great location, right in the city center of Prague
·  Close partnership with Finance colleagues in Hamburg and the European team in Paris

The value of our teams lies in the uniqueness of each individual. CHANEL values diversity in all its forms.