Finance Controller

The Financial Controller is responsible for delivering high-quality financial reporting, maintaining robust internal controls, and supporting business decision-making through proactive financial partnership. In this role, you will act as an experienced finance professional supporting the French & Finnish businesses. You will oversee day-to-day accounting operations, ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in line with French GAAP and Group (IFRS-based) policies, and contribute to budgeting, forecasting, cash management, and performance analysis. This position combines hands-on operational responsibilities with a strong focus on continuous improvement, compliance, and collaboration with internal stakeholders. You will report to the Financial Director. This role is suited to someone seeking professional growth in a dynamic environment and who is motivated to improve processes, enhance financial insight, and support business performance through high-quality analysis and reporting.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the month-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate reporting across all ledgers in line with Group timelines and French statutory requirements Maintain high-quality general ledger accounting, including journal entries, reconciliations, intercompany transactions, and fixed assets in compliance with French GAAP (PCG) and Group IFRS policies Oversee bank account controls and transaction processing Ensure accurate revenue recognition and monitoring of project-based and recurring revenue streams Prepare and review VAT (TVA) returns and ensure compliance with French tax regulations Support the preparation of annual financial statements (balance sheet, income statement, notes) and tax filings (liasse fiscale) Own the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate and timely management accounts (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow) Prepare monthly reporting packs with variance analysis (actual vs. budget/forecast) and clear commentary to support decision-making Ensure compliance with French accounting, tax, and social regulations (including corporate tax, VAT, URSSAF), aligned with Group policies Contribute to statutory accounts preparation, external audits, and Group reporting requirements Collaborate with the local accounting functions (France & Finland) on daily operations, including general ledger, AP/AR, banking, payroll accounting, fixed assets, and expenses Monitor cash flow and liquidity, including short- and medium-term cash forecasting Qualifications and Experience Approximately 5+ years of accounting experience, ideally within a French corporate or international environment Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or equivalent practical experience Strong knowledge of French accounting standards (PCG) and tax regulations (VAT, corporate tax) Experience with accounting/ERP systems (NetSuite experience is an advantage) and Microsoft Office tools Proven experience managing month-end and year-end closings, including statutory accounts preparation Experience working in an international environment with intercompany transactions and cross-border reporting is beneficial Strong attention to detail with the ability to prepare and review reconciliations, journal entries, and supporting documentation Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines while maintaining accuracy and control Strong problem-solving and analytical skills Proficiency in both French and English (written and spoken)