Senior Retail Accountant

Karl Lagerfeld

  • Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
  • Vast
  • Voltijds
  • 22 dagen geleden
ABOUT THE BRANDAt Karl Lagerfeld, we are driven by Karl's mantra: “Embrace the present and invent the future.”Always contemporary and forward-looking, the House of KARL LAGERFELD shares the creative vision and design aesthetic of its iconic founder, Karl Lagerfeld.We are the only fashion house that carries Karl's name on its door and we strive to live up to this responsibility in everything we do, every day, with the utmost joy and passion.Our headquarters in Paris and in Amsterdam are home to a highly diverse and driven team of KARL family members that hail from over 50 countries. Together, we aim to create meaningful stories and product concepts that connect to Karl's world and iconic attributes.Women's ready-to-wear, bags, small leather goods and underwear are managed directly from our Amsterdam headquarters, while other categories, including menswear, footwear, fragrances, eyewear and more, are developed with best-in-class licensing partners.We connect with our consumers on multiple levels, ensuring that our online and offline approach goes hand in hand. We thrive to maximize consumer engagement via more than 200 KL stores worldwide, our premium wholesale partners, and our strong digital footprint, spearheaded by our flagship store, which reaches 96 countries. Our digital channels currently represent more than 30% of our overall full-price business.We are a dynamic, fast-growing and inclusive company built on professionalism and strong values. At KARL LAGERFELD we're committed to working toward the highest standards of sustainability and integrity across all areas of our business,. In 2019, KARL LAGERFELD joined as a founding member of the Fashion Pact, a global sustainability initiative seeking to transform the fashion industry through objectives in three areas: climate, biodiversity and ocean protection.The RoleAs Senior Retail Accountant, you will work in a diverse and ambitious organization, operating in a highly competitive and dynamic market. You will report directly to the Retail Financial Controller and will be responsible for managing the local accounting processes for the designated European entities, reporting, VAT, statutory financial statements and Corporate Income Tax. In this position, you will play a key role in the accounting issues the company faces under local GAAP and Dutch GAAP. \nKey Responsibilities
  • Full bookkeeping activities plus complete trial balance ownership of the at least 2 entities (mix of full price stores, outlets and concession)
  • Monthly reporting and specification of figures (including variance analysis);
  • Be responsible for reconciling accounts and maintain a complete and accurate general ledger in accordance with accounting principles and reporting schedules
  • Monthly/Quarterly VAT-declarations;
  • Payroll, cash and bank bookings and reconciliations;
  • Reviewing weekly payments (AP etc.);
  • Preparation of interim and yearly external audits of assigned entities;
  • Oversee the inventory processes in the ERP system;
  • Provide support in the process related to opening of new stores;
  • Pro-active contribution to the current optimization of the accounting processes;
  • Support and ad-hoc analyses and projects initiated within the Finance team
Requirements
  • Bachelor degree in accounting, with at least with 5 years of relevant working experience;
  • System knowledge, experience in ERP systems and very good with Excel
  • Experience with internal controls
  • Proactive, flexible and hands-on attitude
  • Ambitious and drive to improve;
  • Strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills;
  • Comfortable working under pressure and meeting strict deadlines;
  • Fluent in English
  • M3, OneStream and QSAAs knowledge is a plus
\nWhy #TEAMKARL? (HQ)· Learning and development courses/training· Opportunity to make an impact· Remote working arrangements· Relocation Package· Bonus holidays· Working in the heart of Amsterdam· Brand discounts· And exclusive sample sales only for #TEAMKARLJOIN #TEAMKARLThe collective vision of KARL LAGERFELD is to be the most connected global designer brand, inspiring consumers through luxury collections and immersing them in the World of KARL. If you are interested in joining #TEAMKARL, we invite you to submit your application today.At #TEAMKARL, everyone can give their opinion, grow in their career, and be part of a genuinely caring and inclusive team. We welcome people from all backgrounds, with different perspectives, ideas, and experiences to work with us.

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