Retail Business Specialist, California

$90,000 - $110,000/Yr

Richemont - Los Angeles, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

Los Angeles, CA

Clothing, Clothing Accessories, Shoe, and Jewelry Retailers

About the position

The Retail Business Specialist at Van Cleef & Arpels plays a crucial role in supporting the California and West Region by maintaining departmental budgets and handling various administrative tasks. This position requires a detail-oriented professional with strong financial and accounting skills to monitor expenses, coordinate with different departments, and enhance budget tracking processes. The role emphasizes the importance of diversity and inclusion, fostering a creative environment where employees can thrive and contribute to the Maison's ongoing projects.

Responsibilities

• Monitor actual spend vs. plan on an ongoing basis, including benchmark analysis and reconciliation with finance department.
• Support the Retail team in communicating and coordinating with vendors and external/internal partners.
• Create and monitor purchase orders, invoices, and 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field.
• Accounting experience preferred.
• Strong aptitude for working with figures and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and Excel skills are necessary.
• Previous knowledge of SAP and comfort with BI reporting systems is a plus.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a service-oriented attitude.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision programs.
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts.
• Life insurance and disability benefits.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid time off and wellness reimbursement benefit.
• Access to employee assistance program.
• Volunteer days off to support local communities.