Junior Accountant

The Mall Luxury Outlets; Lombardia; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mall Simon Luxury Outlets in Milan is seeking a Junior Accountant to join the Finance team, supporting daily accounting activities across the organisation.

You will manage payable/receivable processes, invoices, and monthly reporting while collaborating with other departments to ensure accurate records and timely closes.

Qualifications

• Understanding of accounting principles and standards.
• Proficient with MS Office and ERP systems.
• Strong organizational and detail-oriented skills.
• Fluent in English; French is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable and receivable flows and payments.
• Book vendor invoices, bank movements and general ledger entries.
• Collaborate with teams on purchase orders, payments and invoices.
• Assist in monthly reporting and budget/forecast activities.
• Issue customer invoices and reconcile A/R accounts.
• Support SOX activities and identify process improvements.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

MS Office

ERP experience

Education

Degree in Economics or Accounting

Tools

Oracle Netsuite

Job description

About us

The Mall Simon Luxury Outlets is a brand whose core business is the operation of exclusive outlet villages dedicated solely to luxury brands. Currently operating two luxury outlet villages in Italy—The Mall Firenze and The Mall Sanremo—the brand continues to develop its business from a multichannel and international perspective. Its mission is to offer guests exclusive experiences that best enhance the value of the time they spend in our villages and their shopping journeys. Thanks to an ever-expanding network of collaborations with leading players in luxury hospitality and entertainment worldwide, our malls have become destinations for millions of high-profile guests from overseas as well as from local markets. Every day, we work with a deep passion to provide our tenants with the most exclusive luxury environment and services, maximizing the value of their off-price sales.

Your opportunity

The Mall Simon Luxury Outlets is currently seeking a new Junior Accountant, based in the Milan office and reporting to the Accounting Manager. The Junior Accountant will support the Finance team in managing accounting activities across The Mall Simon Luxury Outlets, working closely with all departments and contributing to the effective development of the Finance function.

How you will contribute

You will be in charge for the accounting payable/receivable flow, payments, bank movements and preparation of the monthly requirements, collaborate also the accounting team in the daily based activities.

• Managing vendor invoices and payment’s approval flow
• Book vendor invoices, bank movements and other general ledger entries (period end postings and accruals, depreciation, etc.)
• Cooperate with the team and other departments in order to follow the correct procedure for purchase orders, payments and invoices.
• Help the controlling team in monitoring the Budget/forecast, tracking all invoices and providing details if needed
• Clearing of vendor accounts and monitoring old items
• Preparing ad-hoc reports or analysis at the request of management or other teams
• Cooperating with controlling department to support the monthly reporting and budget/forecast activities
• Issue customer invoices and reconcile general ledger A/R accounts
• Keeping accounting and finance archive updated and organized
• Work together with the other team members to ensure deliverables and timings, also supporting other accounting activities.
• Support in SOX activities
• Identify potential improvement in accounting process (ex.: automation..)

Qualifications

• Degree in Economics, Accounting or similar studies

Who you are

• You have understanding and knowledge of accounting principles, practices, standards, laws and regulation.
• Basic knowledge of accounting, invoicing procedures, budget and electronic invoicing flow
• You are highly organized and detail oriented
• You are dynamic, proactive, flexible and team player
• You have high ethical standards, integrity and high level of discretion
• You are excellent expert user MS Office Suite
• Good user of an accounting ERP (knowledge of Oracle Netsuite is a plus)
• Knowledge of English both spoken and written; French knowledge will be considered a plus

Why work with us?

This is an excellent opportunity to join The Mall Simon Luxury Outlets at a time of extraordinary growth, make a meaningful personal contribution, and become part of a thriving team within a luxury fashion environment that offers endless opportunities to learn and grow. Talent development is a core managerial principle at The Mall Simon Luxury Outlets, and we are committed to identifying and nurturing new talents. Our shared vision encourages initiative and supports every employee in reaching their full potential in a stimulating and rewarding workplace.

The Mall Simon Luxury Outlets is committed to building a diverse workforce. We believe that diversity in all its forms—gender, age, nationality, culture, religious beliefs, and sexual orientation—enriches the workplace. It creates opportunities for individuals to express their talents, both individually and collectively, and strengthens our ability to adapt to a constantly changing world. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of background.