KERING EYEWEAR Accountant

We are currently looking for an Accountant who will report to Finance Manager as part of finance team in Seoul.

Your opportunity :

Responsible for processing operational transactions for Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Travel/Entertainment & Expenses. Responsibilities also include providing project accounting support and analysis.

How you will contribute:

In General:

• Responsible for having a good understanding of Financial Processes, Group Policy and General Accounting principles.
• Perform the day to day processing of financial transactions to ensure that unit/account level finances are maintained in an effective, up to date and accurate manner.
• Within area of expertise, applies problem solving and understanding of financial operations processes to coordinate transaction entry, verification and deliver resolution.
• Consistently strives to meet customer expectations and SLA’s in addition to making recommendations for streamlining processes by highlighting opportunities for improvements.
• Responsible for working/operating within a controls environment.

Accounts Payable

• Provide timely and accurate processing by processing accounts payable vouchers
• Input credit and debits to the accounting system (e.g SAP) in support of the payables work
• Develop and maintain reports and files on the Accounts Payable processing
• Reconciles processed work by verifying entries and comparing system reports to balances.
• Charges expenses to accounts and cost centers by analyzing invoice/expense reports; recording entries.

Accounts Receivable

• Manage and control the receivable portfolio by direct involvement in investigation, reconciliation and collection of assigned accounts.
• Collect outstanding invoices as well as resolve deductions via phone & written communication.
• Communicate extensively with customers, Sales team and Customer Service regarding past due invoices, delinquent accounts, deductions and proof of delivery.
• Make recommendations for forced collection through collection agencies and attorneys.

Travel/Entertainment & Expense

• Ensure compliance with company policies (Travel, Entertainment & Expenses) through audit of expense reports
• Update T&E Database as required to ensure accurate master data
• Reconcile:
  • Employees AMEX to T&E Report as requested
  • SAP G/L to T&E Report
  • DBDi to Treasury
• Post accrual entries to G/L as required

Who you are:

• Degree in accounting or business administration, or equivalent business experience
• Professional Qualification in accountancy, such as CPA, will be an advantage
• SAP experience would be a plus
• 2+ years of progressively responsible experience for a major company or division of a multi-national company
• Experiences in modern matrix business organizations with are highly competitive, brand sensitive, service-oriented markets
• Excellent communications and inter-personal skills, be able to work with demanding business partners from various backgrounds
• Proven track record of results achieved within a structured, multinational environment
• Ability to work within fast growing environments and to contribute to build a new organization
• Experience in change management projects involving organization, information systems, business approach
• Knowledge of finance, accounting, tax budgeting, and cost control principles including IFRS
• Knowledge of automated financial and accounting reporting systems, such as SAP, BPC and HFM would be a plus
• Excellent analytical skills and be able to analyse financial data and prepare financial reports, statements, projections
• High level of written and oral communication skills in English
• Ability to think and act strategically with a strong focus on execution
• Mature, self-motivation with positive attitude and good learning agility

Why work with us?

This is a fabulous opportunity to join the Kering Eyewear adventure and and to actively contribute to the development of the business by becoming part of a thriving Company 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.

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.