Accountant, Retail

IT Milan, Italy, via Turati
NGG - Administration – Administration /
Fixed-term /
Hybrid
New Guards Group is the home to 10 international luxury brands: Marcelo Burlon County of Milan, Off-White c/o Virgil Abloh, Palm Angels, Unravel Project, Heron Preston, Alanui, Kirin Peggy Gou, Opening Ceremony, Ambush and There Was One. We work with the understanding that fashion and luxury can be different: community-based, quality-driven, collaborative, truly global and quick. Our brands and products stem from creative and managerial innovation and the philosophy of Made in Italy. We're redefining the way luxury is conceived, communicated and shared. Where others see limits, we see goals.

TURATI

Our new office in Via Turati is a strategic hub, and home to all of the NGG staff functions. Turati is where the behind the scenes driving force of NGG is brought to life; this is harmonized with the archive exhibits of brand collaborations found throughout the office.

THE ROLE 

New Guards Group is seeking a dedicated Accountant, Retail to join its Administrative Department, who will report directly to the Accounting Manager, Retail.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

    • Assist in performing routine accounting tasks and related activities for the company's retail stores;
    • Maintain precise records of financial transactions in the general ledger, accounts receivable, and accounts payable;
    • Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of reports for accounts receivable and accounts payable, including preparing weekly payment schedules;
    • Conduct regular reviews and reconciliations of sales, cash receipts, bank statements, and credit card transactions in the general ledger;
    • Assist in the month-end accounting closure process by reviewing accruals, prepayments, and depreciation entries;
    • Review intercompany transactions, investigating and resolving any discrepancies that arise;
    • Assist in the review of financial statements;
    • Engage in daily communication with internal and external business partners.

WHO YOU ARE

    • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field;
    • At least 2 years of previous experience as an accountant, better if in retail/fashion industry;
    • English proficiency;
    • Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other relevant accounting software;
    • Detail-oriented with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills;
    • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment;
    • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with fast changing priorities.

REWARDS & BENEFITS

    • Great compensation package (in consideration of your professional experience)
    • Lunch tickets
    • Discounts on all NGG brands and partners including FARFETCH and Browns
    • Be part of a young, dynamic and creative company with over 40 different nationalities
    • Brand new headquarters located in the centre of Milan

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES STATEMENT

    • New Guards Group is an equal opportunities employer ensuring that all applicants are treated equally and fairly throughout our recruitment process. We are determined that no applicant experiences discrimination on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, religion or belief, disability, age, gender identity, ancestry, sexual orientation, veteran status, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. We continue to build our consciously inclusive culture as part of our Positively FARFETCH strategy throughout our business, partnerships and communities.
New Guards Group is seeking a dedicated Accountant, Retail to join its Administrative Department, who will report directly to the Accounting Manager, Retail.