Retail Business Specialist

Who are we?

A High Jewelry Maison with a strong heritage who promotes exceptional know-how in an enchanting and creative environment. Our Maison is looking for talented individuals who contribute to developing and transmitting their expertise with care and no compromise. At Van Cleef & Arpels you will be surrounded by passionate experts and will contribute to many new projects which allows our Maison to regularly reinvent itself.At Van Cleef & Arpels, we are proud to hire talents from many different backgrounds and experiences. We believe that diverse perspectives foster creativity and knowledge to deliver excellence.

RETAIL BUSINESS SPECIALIST

Are you a good match?

The ideal candidate for this role is required to have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field. Accounting experience is preferred. The candidate should have a strong aptitude for working with figures and with problem solving skills. Excellent organizational, communication, and Excel skills. Previous knowledge of SAP and comfort with BI reporting systems is a plus. Excellent interpersonal skills with a service-oriented attitude are vital for effective interactions with team members. The ability to travel as needed is a requirement for this role.

What are we expecting from you?

Reporting to the Regional AVP,  you will support the West Region by maintaining the Retail department budgets and by handling administrative tasks as needed. Budget maintenance is the primary responsibility of the Retail Business Specialist. This encompasses tracking, processing, and monitoring departmental expenses with attention to detail and accuracy. To do so, the Retail Business Specialist will coordinate with various departments within VCA and Richemont. The Retail Business Specialist will also institute new processes and dashboards to enhance precision. The role requires an organized professional with financial / accounting skills that can navigate a fast-paced, constantly changing environment. This role is based out of New York City.

In this role, you will:

• Monitor actual spend vs. plan on an on-going basis, including benchmark analysis and reconciliation with finance dept.  

• Support the Retail team in communicating and coordinating with vendors and external/internal partners.  

• Create and monitor PO, invoices & payments. Track, and update budget tools for all projects.

• Ensure timely payment of invoices and accurate tracking and reporting. 

• Frequently communicate budget status to each department head.  

• Keep track of participants’ expenses and ensure correct cost functions are used. Reconcile / reclass in partnership with finance team.  

• Ad hoc projects as needed to support and streamline processes. 

More than a role…we recruit for a career!

By joining Van Cleef and Arpels, you will be part of a Maison where employee career development is at the heart of our ambition. Upon your arrival, you will be immersed in our enchanting world with trainings on our history, know-how as well as trainings about our creations.

The recruitment process:  

Please submit an application on-line. If your profile matches our search criteria, you will be contacted by the Talent Acquisition team for an interview. The recruitment process will consist of several interviews at various levels of the organization.  Applicants must have valid work authorization for employment in the USA. Salary will be negotiated based on skills and prior work experience.

Richemont offers a generous compensation and benefits package for eligible employees.

We Offer:

Employee wellbeing is a top priority at Richemont. We offer a comprehensive benefits program to support employees and their loved ones. Our core benefits include medical, dental, and vision programs. Health savings and flexible spending accounts are also available. The company offers income protection solutions including life insurance, disability benefits, and 401(k) with employer match. Understanding the importance of work-life balance, our total rewards include paid time off, a wellness reimbursement benefit, and access to the employee assistance program. Employees are encouraged to make a difference in their local communities with volunteer days off, supporting initiatives that drive change.