Reference code: JR129030
Richemont, l’un des leaders mondiaux dans le secteur du luxe, possède différentes Maisons spécialisées dans la joaillerie, l’horlogerie et les accessoires haut de gamme. Chaque Maison incarne fièrement une tradition de style, de qualité et d’artisanat et Richemont s’efforce de préserver l’héritage et l’identité propres à chacune d’elle. Dans le même temps, nous nous engageons à innover et à concevoir de nouveaux produits en accord avec les valeurs de nos Maisons, à travers un processus de créativité permanente.
MAIN PURPOSE
This Internship offers a rare opportunity to gain hands-on experience within one of the world's leading luxury groups, across a diverse portfolio of luxury Maisons.
During this internship, you will be embedded within a live FP&A function, contributing to real financial cycles, from monthly closings to budget submissions, under the mentorship of a Senior Business Controller.
The intern will support all financial matters related to Richemont Saudi Arabia's operations, in line with Richemont Group accounting and reporting standards, while gaining exposure to multi-Maison financial management in one of the region's most dynamic luxury markets.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Financial Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting:
• Support the Maisons' budget processes: timely preparation, variance analysis, and submission of annual Budgets and quarterly Latest Estimates (LEs), in line with Group requirements and standards.
• Assist in building and maintaining P&L models, consolidating actuals vs. budget and flagging key variances across Maisons.
Financial Performance Monitoring:
• Assist in monthly closing with key stakeholders and the accounting team, ensuring all relevant accounting entries are booked accurately in line with IFRS and Richemont Group standards.
• Prepare monthly management reports and ad hoc financial analysis for Brand Management.
• Support FP&A commentary: help explain financial performance through structured, data-driven narrative at the Maison and country level.
Process Improvement & Internal Control:
• Contribute to the development of a financial controls culture within the Brands, supporting the adoption of best practices across departments.
• Participate in the documentation and continuous improvement of standard operating procedures and controlling processes.
• Identify areas of improvement in existing processes and systems and flag recommendations to the FP&A team.
Learning & Development:
• Participate in structured onboarding and coaching sessions covering Group FP&A tools, including SAP and Anaplan.
• Gain direct exposure to multi-Maison financial reporting cycles, Group submission standards, and luxury retail controlling frameworks.
Education & Technical Skills:
• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (required).
• SOCPA accreditation must be required.
• Prior experience or coursework in Accounting, Finance, or Audit is a plus; retail or luxury industry exposure is an added advantage.
• Solid understanding of financial statements: P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, financial modeling, and data manipulation.
◦ SAP and/or Anaplan knowledge is an advantage; both will be taught on the job.
◦ PowerPoint and Word proficiency is an advantage.
• Strong communication skills, fluent in English (written and verbal).
• High mental agility with a demonstrated ability to deal with complexity and ambiguity.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks under tight deadlines.
• Proactive and self-motivated, with a genuine eagerness to learn and grow.
• Accountability mindset, takes ownership of work and actively seeks to improve it.
• Collaborative team player who thrives in cross-functional, multicultural environments.
• Adaptable and resilient in a fast-paced, change-driven market.
