Senior Accountant

LVMH; San Dimas (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401k Retirement Plan

Employee discount

Paid Time Off

Bonus potential

Job summary

Louis Vuitton U.S. Manufacturing, Inc. is seeking a Senior Accountant to support full-cycle accounting for multiple manufacturing sites in California and Texas. You will manage GL, month-end close, intercompany, fixed assets, and regulatory reporting, aligning with group standards.

The role partners with FP&A, Treasury, AP, and operations to drive process improvements and sound financial decision-making. CPA preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent from an accredited university.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of GL, reconciliations, month-end close, and fixed assets.
• Proficient with Excel and SAP, strong reporting skills.
• Commitment to integrity, transparency, and controls.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post monthly journal entries including depreciation, accruals, and adjusting entries.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate variances.
• Support month-end and year-end close for accurate financial reporting.
• Serve as backup for other Senior Accountants in payroll and benefits areas.
• Prepare monthly group reporting and KPIs to monitor performance.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

CPA certification (preferred)

Tools

Excel

SAP

Syrus

Job description

Louis Vuitton is more than a name; we are a world-class manufacturer. Louis Vuitton U.S. Manufacturing, Inc. (LVUSM) operates ateliers in California and Texas where our focus is on people, quality, and safety. We encourage innovators with an entrepreneurial spirit to join our team!

Louis Vuitton U.S. Manufacturing Inc. is seeking a Senior Accountant to support full-cycle accounting operations for multiple manufacturing sites in California and Texas. Reporting to the Accounting Manager, this role is responsible for ensuring the timely and accurate execution of general ledger accounting, month-end and year-end close, account reconciliations, fixed asset accounting, intercompany transactions, and selected compliance reporting.

The Senior Accountant plays a key role in maintaining the integrity of financial records, ensuring compliance with company policies, internal controls, US GAAP and group reporting standards. This position also partners closely with FP&A, Treasury, Accounts Payable, and operations teams to support financial reporting, process improvement, and sound business decision-making.

Job responsibilities

This position will support multiple manufacturing sites in California and Texas and in addition to the above will also be responsible for:

General Ledger & Month-End Close

• Prepare and post monthly journal entries, including fixed assets depreciation, inventory reserves, accruals and other adjusting entries.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies between sub-ledgers and the general ledger.
• Support month-end and year-end close activities to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Serve as backup for other Senior Accountants in areas including payroll and benefits, T&E reviews, benefits accounting, prepaid amortization, treasury entries and payment runs.

Reporting and Analysis

• Prepare and submit monthly group reporting, including sales, profit and loss, and balance sheet reporting in Syrus (Group reporting tool).
• Partner with FP&A and management to research accounting issues, explain variances, and support business decisions.
• Develop and maintain reconciliations, management reports, and KPIs to monitor trends, improve controls, and support operational performance.

Fixed Assets Lifecycle Management

• Own the end-to-end fixed asset process, including asset setup, transfers, disposals, physical tracking, and reconciliation of subsidiary records to the general ledger.
• Capitalize completed Construction in Progress (CIP) projects on a timely basis and ensure accurate depreciation based on useful life.
• Coordinate with operations on asset acquisitions, retrofits, transfers, disposals, and sales—ensuring proper contract execution, documentation, approvals, and receipt of funds prior to asset release.

Internal Controls, Compliance & Regulatory Reporting

• Maintain compliance with company policies, internal control requirements, and group reporting standards.
• Support the implementation and communication of accounting policies and control procedures in alignment with central finance requirements.
• Prepare regulatory filings and supporting documentation, including sales and use tax, 1099 reporting, property tax, and other federal and state filings, as applicable.
• Assist with annual audits, tax preparation, and requests from internal and external stakeholders.
• Support vendor master data controls, including new vendor setup, in coordination with Accounts Payable.

Intercompany & Treasury Operations

• Reconcile and validate domestic and international intercompany balances and coordinate issue resolution with internal counterparts.
• Collaborate with Treasury on cash flow reporting, cash account reconciliation, and payment run review.
• Review accounts receivable aging, investigate outstanding balances, and coordinate follow-up as needed.

Process Improvement, Reporting & Projects

• Lead or support accounting process improvement initiatives to increase efficiency, strengthen controls, and reduce close timelines.
• Participate in system and business transformation projects, including ERP or SAP-related implementations and enhancements.

Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent from an accredited university
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting, reconciliations, month-end close, and fixed asset accounting
• Strong systems proficiency, including Excel and SAP
• Commitment to integrity, transparency, and operational excellence
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and adherence to policies and procedures
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, results-oriented, and continually changing environment
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with cross-functional teams
• Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and operate effectively
• Strong collaboration skills and a team-oriented mindset

Preferred Requirements

• CPA certification
• Experience with PowerBIExperience with multi-site accounting and group reporting

The appointed candidate will be offered a salary within the range of USD$90,000 - $120,000 annually, plus the opportunity for a bonus, a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, various paid time off programs, employee discount/perks and two retirement plans both with employer contributions.

Additional information

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical benefits effective the first of the month following your start date
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Profit Sharing Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Holidays
• Employee Discount and access to other LVMH Brand discounts

Louis Vuitton is a company that respects the uniqueness of each employee and offers everyone the means to find their place and thrive. We promote initiatives aimed at supporting professional equality for everyone. We strive to go above and beyond purely symbolic measures by building a culture focused on meaningful strategies aimed at creating an inclusive workforce.

In addition to a generous benefits package, our teams are eligible for great training opportunities and career development, both locally & globally.

Recruitment process

Our standard recruitment process includes the following steps:

• Initial Zoom interview with a Talent Acquisition team member
• Initial Zoom interview with the Hiring Manager
• On Site interview(s) with the Hiring Manager and/or an HR member

Please note that given the seniority or needs of the role, we may deviate from the above process.

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Founded in Paris in 1854, Louis Vuitton perpetuates the ambitious vision of its namesake. From his origins as a master trunk maker, manufacturing boxes used to pack both everyday objects as well as voluminous wardrobes, Louis Vuitton and his successors introduced numerous innovations including the advent of the flat-top trunk, lightweight canvas, signature patterns, and the tumbler lock. Today, Louis Vuitton’s legacy is expressed through its rigorous spirit of innovation, the boldness of its creations and an uncompromising demand for excellence.

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