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YOOX NET-A-PORTER GROUP is the world leader in online luxury and fashion that comprises a complete luxury retail ecosystem. The Group sells directly to customers globally through its own family of multi-brand online shops NET-A-PORTER, MR PORTER, YOOX and THE OUTNET. The Group’s Online Flagship Stores Division partners with many leading luxury brands to power their own e-commerce destinations.

The Group has 4.3 million high-spending active customers globally. As pioneers in bringing together the realms of technology and luxury, YOOX NET-A-PORTER satisfies the most discerning clientele with expertly curated products from the world’s most coveted brands, personalised end-to-end service, the latest technology and inspiring content, all shaped by 20 years of insights into the modern shopper.

To support the teams who are powering this ecosystem we have a global Corporate division consisting of departments including Legal, Finance, Marketing and Sales, Strategy, Human Resources, Central Services and PR and Communications.

Our Corporate division are now seeking a talented Accounts Assistant to join the Finance Accounting team. 

Benefits

Besides a competitive salary, we can offer you:

  • Performance bonus schemes dependant on the type of role you are in
  • A pension that both you and the company contribute too
  • A portal with an array of discounts on things like theme park and cinema tickets
  • Our famous staff discount along with exclusive staff sales
  • Private healthcare for you and your family
  • Flexible working
  • A chance to be part of a fun and caring team that support each other

What you'll do

Here is a breakdown of what you’ll be doing:

  • Perform double entry journal postings and technical accounting processes (particularly accruals, prepayments, and intercompany transactions)
  • Take responsibility for month end activities
  • Adherence to Group reporting standards and deadlines
  • Monthly general ledger (GL) reconciliation and investigation of GL’s variances
  • Cooperate with various stakeholders in the business to ensure that accounting figures are aligned with expectation and budget
  • Involvement in the audit process (i.e. reporting audits, statutory audits, Group internal audits)
  • Proactively identify potential issues with systems and processes, help deliver improvements and successfully implement changes
  • Understand the various business systems used within the Company which impact on areas of responsibility
  • Liaise and maintain good relationships with both internal and external stakeholders
  • Support ad-hoc projects as and when required

Who you are

The type of person we are looking for:

  • University Graduate
  • Studying towards Professional Qualifications i.e. ACA, ACCA
  • Proactive mentality and an ability to think outside of the box
  • Adaptability
  • Ability to take ownership of assigned responsibilities
  • Good Excel skills i.e. Pivot tables, V Lookups etc
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Navision is advantageous
  • Highly organized with great attention to detail and accuracy
  • Good communication skills

From the moment you join the YOOX NET-A-PORTER GROUP we are committed to making your journey with us inspirational and evolutionary. If you are passionate, committed and thrive in a collaborative and fast-paced environment, then please apply with a CV.