Finance Manager

We are currently seeking an ambitious pace-setter to join our team as an Finance Manager overseeing our French entities.

ROLE COMMITMENTS 

• Ensure Financial Accuracy, Compliance, and Timely Reporting
• Drive Financial Strategy and Operational Performance Improvement
• Maintain Robust Cash Flow and Internal Controls
• Effectively Lead HR/Admin Function

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement the financial strategy for the French subsidiary in alignment with the Parent Company’s long-term objectives. 
• Actively contribute to governance initiatives and the continuous improvement of financial and operational performance. 
• Provide accurate budget and forecast inputs to the FP&A team and support leadership in meeting budget commitments. 
• Prepare and monitor weekly cash flow forecasts for France. 
• Manage banking relationships and ensure effective cash management. 
• Review and authorize supplier payments
• Oversee general and cost accounting for the French subsidiary to ensure accuracy and compliance with French GAAP and Group standards. 
• Supervise monthly and annual closing processes and ensure timely reporting to Group. 
• Prepare and submit French statutory declarations (e.g., Coface, EcoSystem).
• Oversee tax compliance, including VAT, corporate tax, and other statutory filings. 
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls, policies, procedures, and financial systems. 
• Ensure compliance with French legal and regulatory requirements. 
• Coordinate external and internal audits, manage contracts, litigation, and general meetings related to France. 
• Support administrative needs of the French subsidiary, including fleet and mobile phone management. 
• Oversee HR-related functions for the French subsidiary, including employment contracts, payroll, and leave administration. 
• Manage relations with the CSE (Social and Economic Committee). 

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Education and Basic Qualifications 

• Fluency in French and English is required (written and spoken). 
• Master’s degree (BAC+5) in business, finance, or accounting required; DSCG strongly preferred. 
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience, including supervisory and team leadership experience 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Professional accounting qualification (CPA, ACA, or ACCA) required; prior Big 4 audit experience strongly preferred. 
• Experience with SAP or a similar ERP system preferred. 
• Ability to work cross-functionally and remotely with international and US based teams.