02C Accountant KERING

Role Summary:
As an O2C Accountant within the Finance Shared Services team, you will play a critical role in managing the Order-to-Cash (O2C) process for our luxury retail brands across the MEA region (UAE, KSA, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, South Africa). This role focuses on ensuring accurate billing, timely collections, and effective reconciliation, while supporting continuous process improvement and system integration initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
Billing & Reconciliation • Ensure accurate and timely sales interface and reconciliation of daily store closures (DOS), including shops-in-shops and e-commerce platforms. • Prepare and issue third-party B2B invoices, including monthly invoicing for shop-in-shop sales. • Monitor intercompany transactions and perform monthly intercompany reconciliations. • Post petty cash transactions in line with budget allocations from brand finance teams. • Review and validate petty cash statements from stores, ensuring accuracy and proper authorization. • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance O2C efficiency. Accounts Receivable & Cash Application • Perform bank reconciliations for all AR-related transactions. • Maintain and organize AR documentation archives. • Apply incoming payments accurately and manage customer account reconciliations. Month-End & Reporting • Post month-end journal entries and complete tasks in Blackline. • Support internal and external audits by providing relevant sales and AR documentation. • Prepare AR aging reports and assist in DSO and cash flow analysis. Compliance & Communication • Ensure store compliance with internal financial policies and procedures. • Communicate effectively with store networks to resolve sales-related discrepancies. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including sales, logistics, and customer service.
Qualifications & Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. • 3–5 years of experience in O2C or AR roles, preferably in a shared services or retail environment. • Experience with luxury retail or consumer goods is a plus. • Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP O2C function preferred). • Strong Excel and reconciliation skills.
Key Competencies: •
High attention to detail and accuracy. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Collaborative and flexible • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. • Knowledge of MEA regional financial and tax regulations (e.g., VAT).