Kering Beauté, Manager, Accounting

Welcome to Kering Beauté–Established in 2023
, Kering Beauté aims to create value for the Group and its Houses. In June 2023, Kering Beauté announced that it had signed an agreement toacquirehistoric high-end fragrance house Creed; foundedin
1760it is known for its distinctive collections of timeless and sophisticated perfumes, including the iconic

Aventus. This acquisitionrepresentsa major step for Kering Beauté. It perfectly complements Kering's existing portfolio, andimmediatelygives Kering Beauté a significant presence.

Kering is committed to building a diverse workforce. We believe diversity in all its forms – gender, age, nationality, culture, religiousbeliefsand sexual orientation – enriches the workplace. It opens opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually andcollectivelyand 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.

Why Work With Us ? We care about our team members
,and we offer a competitive salary of $96,600.00 - $,benefits such as medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, employee discountsand much more!

This position is responsible forassistingthe

AVP, Senior Corporate Controllerand the Accounting & Finance teams, in managing accounting functions, principles, and procedures on behalf of Kering Beautéanditssubsidiaries.

This person willbe responsible forleadingtimelyandaccurateclosing across all operating units, both in US,MXand CND,as well as supporting leadership in ensuring compliance and controls across the enterprise.

• Hands-on leader within theaccountingteam, primarilyresponsiblefor general ledger maintenance anda timely monthly close, and responsible for managing theAR and AP Specialists.
• Maintain integrity of the general ledger system, including account structure,mapping sand closing periods.
• Direct ownership ofkey financial statement accounts(journal entries, account reconciliations).
• Prepare,reviewand analyze monthly internal and external financial statements to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Supervise and/or manage general ledger accounting functions (AP, AR, other).
• Support audits, including annual CPA firm audits and all other statutory audits.
• Responsible for running bi-weekly payroll with greatest degree of accuracy and confidentiality.
• Perform ad hoc analysis as requested.
• Serve ascross-functional business partner, providingsupportto senior management and colleagues across all functions (e.g., Marketing, Sales, Operations, HR).
• Proactively makes recommendations for process and technology improvements to drive increased efficiency and effectiveness across the enterprise.
• Oversees the preparation and filing of sales and other indirect taxes and supports overall statutory compliance.
• Develop and improve internal controls over financial processes, including documenting business processes and accounting policies.
• Responsible for financialandmonthly close.

• 5+ years of hands-on accounting experience, with at least 2 years oversight across multiple Finance / Accounting work streams
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration
• Experience with multi-channel brands (retail, wholesale, e-com),(fragrance/beauty industry experience a plus)
• Excels in collaborative work and thinking, and serving as a cross-functional business partner
• Skilled at successfully organizing,prioritizing and managing multiple projects
• Possesses strong leadership qualities and the ability to manage and motive the team (expected to support / coach Specialists handing AR and AP functions, as well as champion continuous improvement mindset)
• Comfortable working with a small team and willing to take on new challenges/opportunities as they arise
• Ability to work in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced environment while being adaptable to change
• Individual contributor, with technical proficiency(included MS Office; strong preference to working knowledge of SAP, as well asPower
  
  BI)
• Embodies the firm’s vision to inspire our clients through beauty innovations and the narrative of luxury while championing company practices and culture
• Seeksto promote and cultivate the company and brand awareness with external partners