A global Luxury group, Kering manages the development of a series of renowned Houses in Fashion, Leather Goods, Jewelry: Gucci, Saint Laurent, Bottega Veneta, Balenciaga, Alexander McQueen, Brioni, Boucheron, Pomellato, DoDo, Qeelin, as well as Kering Eyewear. By placing creativity at the heart of its strategy, Kering enables its Houses to set new limits in terms of their creative expression while crafting tomorrow's Luxury in a sustainable and responsible way. We capture these beliefs in our signature: Empowering Imagination. In 2022, Kering had over 47,000 employees and revenue of €20.4 billion.
- Establish, formalize and communicate the harmonization & accountability target for accounting operations.
- Support consistency and accuracy of financial entries and financial statement by enforcing common accounting rules across brands and regions
- Align all other systems that are using all or part of the chart of account with SAP KOCA (e.g. Workday, payroll system(s), TM1, Concur, Blackline, Esker, Tririga, Avalara,..._) & all relevant systems that are using an organization structure (i.e. companies, MRP, profit centers) with the SAP Org Structure (e.g. Workday, payroll system(s), TM1, Concur, Blackline, Esker, Tririga, Avalara,..._)
- Identify, streamline and define GL accounts for asset accounting and governance mechanism for maintaining Fixed Asset Register
- Harmonize IFRS compliant capitalization and depreciation policy
- Lead on-time delivery of Monthly/Quarterly/Yearly closing in accordance with local GAAP and Group guidelines
- Prepare COGS and margin closing - strong understanding of cost accounting and inventory movement
- Maintain and manage Fixed Asset management procedures
- Reconcile Intercompany invoice and prepare for payment
- Manage prepaid expenses
- Evaluate foreign currency transactions every month
- Prepare VAT and Corporate Income Tax filing.
- Prepare statutory financial statements
- Support internal and external audit
- Actively communicate with brands to solve any issue in a best way
- Review and study accounting treatment for new accounting transaction
- Participate in on going project and support ad-hoc requests
- More than 45 years experience in overall accounting & financial operations
- Proficient in MS Office applications, especially in Excel
- Korean native speaker with fluent written and verbal English skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Able to effectively communicate with people at all levels.
- AICPA holder and Big 4 accounting firm experience is preferred
- Basic understanding on accounting and retail biz
- Strong analytical and logical skills
- Multi-Tasking, Patience under hard-working environment
- Hands-on mentality
- Proactive attitude, Good mannered.
Why work with us
This is a fabulous opportunity to join the Kering adventure and and to actively contribute to the development of the business by becoming part of a thriving Atelier in a global Luxury Group that offers endless possibilities to learn and grow. Talent development is a managerial principle at Kering and we are committed to fostering internal mobility. Our common vision promotes leadership skills and helps every employee to reach their full potential in a stimulating and fulfilling workplace environment.
Diversity Commitment
Kering is committed to building a diverse workforce. We believe diversity in all its forms - gender, age, nationality, culture, religious beliefs and sexual orientation - enriches the workplace. It opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to adapt to a changing world. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background.
