Full job descriptionThis is a varied Accountant role owning the French entity and managing the French general accounting and ensuring the accuracy and reliability of financial data
Client Details
Our client brands and companies have been an international leader in their industry for over a 100 years. Michael Page is proud to be partnering with them on the recruitment of a Senior Accountant (French Speaking) to be based in Kingsbury NW9. Hybrid working available
Description
As the Senior Accountant (French Speaking) based in Kingsbury NW9, you will be responsible for


Key Responsibilities
*Manage French general accounting and ensure the accuracy and reliability of financial data
*Prepare and reconcile VAT returns
*Calculate corporate tax (IS), CVAE, and monitor tax compliance
*Manage and account for fixed assets
*Maintain the chart of accounts and ensure correct group mapping
*Process accounting transactions and supplier invoices:*Receive, verify, and record supplier invoices in Yooz
*Code invoices in line with the company’s accounting framework

*Manage payments:*Monitor validation workflows in Yooz
*Prepare and execute supplier payments
*Maintain relationships with suppliers

*Perform bank postings and reconciliations
*Monitor accounts:*Create and manage auxiliary accounts
*Reconcile supplier ledgers
*Prepare monthly account statements
*Ensure consistency between sub-ledgers and general ledger

*Expense management:*Administer and monitor the Expensya system
*Control and track reimbursements

*Prepare monthly, semi-annual, and annual closings (cut-off: accruals, prepayments, provisions, etc.)
*Contribute to internal and external audits
*Ensure internal control and compliance with accounting policies and procedures
*Ensure compliance with tax and legal regulations
*Participate in company and group cross-functional projects related to systems and process improvements
*Reporting through Tagetik
*Monitor intercompany operations


Profile
*This role involves travel to France once a month for the first 5 months
*French Speaker
*Experienced Accountant, with broad accounting skills
*Qualified Accountant, CIMA, ACCA, ACA
*Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
*Willingness to optimize processes and working environment
*Strong Excel and Systems skills


Job Offer
*£55,000 - £65,000
*Bonus
*Private Healthcare
*Excellent Pension Scheme - Matched plus 2.5% up to: Employee Contribution 8% Employer Contribution 10.5%
*25 days holiday plus bank holidays
*Hybrid working 3 days in the office and 2 days from home
*Free Parking


If you are a skilled Senior Accountant - French Speaker looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply today for this exciting opportunity