Kering - Assistant Accountant (Internship) in Haywards Heath

Kering is a global, family‑led luxury Group, home to people whose passion and expertise nurture creative Houses across ready‑to‑wear and couture, leather goods, jewellery, eyewear and beauty: Gucci, Saint Laurent, Bottega Veneta, Balenciaga, McQueen, Brioni, Boucheron, Pomellato, Dodo, Qeelin, Ginori 1735, as well as Kering Eyewear. Inspired by their creative heritage, Kering's Houses design and craft exceptional products and experiences that reflect the Group's commitment to excellence, sustainability and culture. This vision is expressed in our signature: Creativity is our Legacy.

We are currently seeking an Assistant Accountant on a 12‑month internship who will report to the Financial Controller in the Finance Shared Service Centre in Haywards Heath.

Your opportunity

You will work collaboratively within the Finance Shared Services department in order to support on the preparation of the month end reporting, compliance activities and daily UK finance operations.

How You Will Contribute

• Support the Financial Controller in the preparation of month end reporting, including posting month end journals, preparing prepayments and asset accounting.
• Preparation of balance sheet reconciliations.
• Reviewing inter‑company postings.
• Preparing and coding IC recharges and liaising with the EMEA IC platform in Paris for processing in SAP.
• Support in VAT return preparation and other fiscal submissions.
• Support with the reconciliation of the monthly sales.
• Assisting with the preparation of the quarterly and annual external reporting submissions for Bicester and Heathrow.
• Business expense processing (CONCUR expenses).
• Preparation of supporting documentation for the annual audit.
• Assisting in maintaining capital allowances ledger.
• Monthly analysis of specific store costs against the budget/forecast.
• Assisting in the preparation of statutory accounts.
• Responding and supporting with queries raised by stores or operational teams.
• National statistics reporting.
• Responding to internal and external audit queries.
• Other ad hoc reporting.

Who you are

• A recent graduate or student looking for a placement year.
• An accountancy or finance‑related degree or a keen interest in accounting.
• Retail industry experience beneficial.
• Previous experience in an accounting/accounts payable background.
• Good Excel skills, exposure to SAP/CONCUR.
• Exposure to VAT accounting would be preferable although not essential.
• Good attention to detail and accuracy, clear and concise communication.
• Ability to keep the team informed of progress whilst working independently.
• Confidence in asking questions, confirming understanding of processes and problem solving.
• Good grasp of accounting/tax concepts and their application or willingness to learn quickly.
• Taking responsibility for completion of work allocated.
• Ability to prioritise workload and manage multiple deadlines.
• Flexible approach to working in a fast‑paced environment.
• Problem‑solving and analytical skills.

Why work with us

This is an excellent opportunity to join the Kering UK Shared Services Team and actively contribute to the ongoing growth and success at Kering. 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.

Job Type Student (Fixed Term) (Trainee)

Start Date 2026‑06‑01

Schedule Full time

Organization Kering UK Services Ltd.