French Management Accountant
Absolute
- London
- £50,000-60,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Are you passionate about working in the luxury retail sector?Position: French-Speaking Accountant
Location: Paris, France or London, UK
Company: Luxury Retail BusinessAbsolute is delighted to have partnered with an international luxury retail business who are recruiting an Accountant for their French entity. This entrepreneurial business has seen continuous year-on-year growth and is now looking to expand its team with an ambitious and dynamic French speaking Accountant.The company has a great culture, offers hybrid working and this role has the option of being based in the office in London or Paris.Key Responsibilities:
This role will be the lead Accountant for the French entity and will oversee the day-to-day accounting activities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with French regulations.
- Preparing management accounts for the French entity
- Managing the General Ledger, Inventory Accounting, Cost Accounting, and Revenue Recognition
- Ensuring all transactions are accurately recorded and reported in the ERP system
- Facilitating supplier and overhead payments
- Preparing monthly financial statements, including necessary adjustments and reconciliations
- Preparing year-end financial statements and liaising with external auditors
- Oversee monthly payroll for entity in compliance with French regulations
- Coordinating cash flow management
- Handling monthly sales tax returns and ensuring compliance with statutory laws and financial regulations
- Support with FP&A including budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis
- Developing business processes and accounting policies to maintain internal controls
- Assisting CFO with French entity-specific queries
- Qualified Accountant / Finalist (ACA, CA, ACCA, CIMA or French equivalent)
- Fluency in French and English
- Detailed knowledge of French taxation and accounting laws
- Practical understanding of management accounting principles
- Proficiency in financial systems and accounting packages, preferably ERP Business Central
- Strong skills in Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
- Opportunity to work in the heart of Paris or London for a renowned luxury retail business
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment
- Competitive salary and benefits package