What are the responsibilities and job description for the SAINT LAURENT Staff Accountant position at Yves Saint Laurent?

Summary

ABOUT SAINT LAURENT

Founded in 1961, Yves Saint Laurent was the first couture house to introduce the concept of luxury prt porter in a 1966 collection called 'Rive Gauche', synonymous with youth and freedom. This shift represented a first critical step in the modernization of fashion and revolutionized the socio- cultural landscape.

In 1999, the luxury goods division of the Kering Group acquired Yves Saint Laurent and, under the creative direction of Anthony Vaccarello since April

2016, continues to position the house at the summit of the luxury universe.

Today, Saint Laurent collections include women's and men's ready-to-wear, shoes, handbags, small leather goods, jewelry, scarves, ties and eyewear.

Job Description

We are currently seeking a Staff Accountant who will report to the Accounting Manager as part of our dynamic team in New Jersey.

YOUR OPPORTUNITY

This member of the Finance Department will support in collection, preparation and reviewing of financial information during month and year end closing process while meeting all deadlines. The Staff Accountant will be a key partner in the day to day monitoring of accurate coding and reporting of financials (actuals and accruals) according to Kering and IFRS guidelines.

HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE

Support Saint Laurent Americas including but not limited to : USA, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Panama
Partner with Kering Shared Service, external BPOs and the Finance team during the monthly and year-end closing

Integrate and review of local Trial balances into the ERP system

Responsible for the preparation of Margin Files

Monthly recurring and not recurring Journal entries

Analysis of monthly activity of certain elements of the PL

Monthly maintenance of Kering cash tool for LatAm Region

Backup support for financial uploads in HFM

Analyze financial activity throughout the month and processes to identify opportunities for improvement

Review and approval of expense reports for LatAm Region

Supports Accounting Manager in partnering with Kering Shared Service units and external BPOs to ensure accuracy and efficiency of processes

Maintain a clean Trial Balance by ensuring timely completion of balance sheet recs for all business units

Daily approve of invoices in Invoice approval tool for the Americas Region

Daily approve of inventory stock adjustments in Share Point for Americas Region

Supports Sr. Accountant in the monthly variable rent calculation for posterior payment to landlord

Manage IC activity and end of month billing and reporting to Kering affiliates

Assist management in the compilation and preparation of support for annual external audit as well Group Internal audits

Support management on ad hoc analyses and special projects

Aid the Controller & Assistant Controller in the monitoring of internal control compliance, SOPs, etc

W HO YOU ARE

Bachelors Accounting; CPA or MBA a plus

2 years accounting role experience; Retail experience a plus

Understanding of accounting principles and procedures

Advanced technical skills (Excel, Pivot Tables, V Lookup, SUMIFS)

Core competencies and traits :

Strong problem-solving skills

Possess a high level of accuracy and attention to detail

Ability to research, analyze and evaluate data and prepare concise written reports and presentations

Ability to multi-task while maintaining critical deadlines

Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with colleagues and counterparts overseas

Highest regard for confidentiality. Must be able to maintain confidentiality with sensitive company information

Aggressively anticipate impacts of workload / issues to team deadlines and have a very positive work attitude including willing to work some longer hours during peak periods

System savvy and self-motivated to learn new technology and participate in new projects; SAP experience a plus

Position is based in New Jersey, willingness to travel to NY Office as needed

W HY WORK WITH US?

Saint Laurent 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.

Job Type

Regular

Start Date

2025-01-30

Schedule

Full time

Organization

YSL America Holding Inc.

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