Assistant Manager, Finance

Private Advertiser; Pernes-les-Fontaines; Presencial; EUR 50 000 - 70 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Private Advertiser in Pernes-les-Fontaines, France, seeks a capable Assistant Finance Manager to support financial management and operational efficiency. You will oversee AP, AR, GL, financial reporting, budgeting, cash flow, and month-end closing.

Working with management and cross-functional teams, you will ensure accurate financial information, strong internal controls, regulatory compliance, and timely insights to guide business decisions.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting or related discipline or recognised professional qualification.
• 5–7 years of accounting/finance experience with hands-on AP/AR/GL management.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, month-end closing and internal controls.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP/Oracle) and MS Excel for analysis.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee daily AP/AR/GL operations to ensure accurate, timely processing.
• Coordinate month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities.
• Prepare and review financial statements and reports for management.
• Manage cash flow, budgeting, and financial planning processes.
• Ensure tax compliance and regulatory reporting.
• Maintain and improve internal controls and accounting procedures.
• Coordinate with external auditors and support statutory audits.
• Supervise and develop the finance team.

Conhecimentos

General Ledger

Accounts Payable

Accounts Receivable

Financial Reporting

Budgeting

Cash Flow

Month-end Close

Internal Controls

Regulatory Compliance

Excel

ERP Systems

Formação académica

Bachelor's Degree in Finance/Accounting

Ferramentas

SAP

Oracle

Descrição da oferta de emprego

We are seeking a capable and results-driven Assistant Finance Manager to support the company’s financial management and operational efficiency. This role oversees key accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, financial reporting, budgeting, cash flow management, and month-end closing. Working closely with management and cross-functional teams, you will ensure accurate financial information, strong internal controls, regulatory compliance, and timely financial insights to support business decisions. The ideal candidate is proactive, analytical, and hands-on, with the ability to improve processes, manage priorities, and contribute to the continued growth of the business.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee General Accounting Functions: Oversee and manage the daily operations of Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), and General Ledger (GL) to ensure accurate, timely, and efficient processing of financial transactions.

Manage Accounts Payable: Supervise vendor invoice processing, payment preparation, supplier reconciliations, and payment schedules to ensure timely payments and compliance with company policies.

Manage Accounts Receivable: Oversee customer billing, collections, receipts allocation, and accounts reconciliation to ensure timely collections and effective credit control.

Oversee General Ledger: Ensure accurate recording of financial transactions, journal entries, accruals, prepayments, fixed assets, and intercompany transactions, where applicable.

Financial Closing: Lead and coordinate month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities, ensuring timely completion and accuracy of financial records.

Account Reconciliation: Review balance sheet reconciliations, including bank, AP, AR, and GL accounts, and investigate and resolve discrepancies promptly.

Tax and E-Invoice Compliance: Ensure compliance with applicable tax requirements, including Sales and Service Tax (SST), e-Invoicing, and other relevant statutory and regulatory obligations.

Internal Controls and Compliance: Establish, implement, and maintain effective accounting procedures and internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies.

Audit Coordination: Support the preparation of annual financial statements and statutory audits, liaising with external auditors and providing the necessary schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.

Accounting System Management: Maintain the chart of accounts, cost centre structure, and financial reporting templates within the accounting system, ensuring data accuracy and consistency.

Team Supervision and Development: Guide, supervise, and support the finance team in daily accounting operations, ensuring work quality, productivity, and adherence to established procedures.

Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes, strengthen internal controls, improve reporting efficiency, and enhance overall finance operations.

Stakeholder Management: Liaise with internal departments, suppliers, customers, banks, external auditors, and other relevant stakeholders on accounting and finance matters.

Ad Hoc Assignments: Perform other finance-related duties and ad hoc assignments as required by management.

Requirements:

Educational Qualification: Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accountancy, Banking, or a related discipline, or a recognised professional accounting qualification.

Relevant Experience: Minimum 5-7 years of relevant experience in accounting, finance, or auditing, with hands‑on experience in managing Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), and General Ledger (GL).

Accounting Knowledge: Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, month‑end closing, account reconciliations, and internal controls.

Accounting Systems: Proficient in accounting software or ERP systems, such as SAP, Oracle, or equivalent, with the ability to maintain accurate financial records and generate reports.

Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Microsoft Excel, with the ability to perform financial analysis, reconciliations, and reporting.

Fluent English and both in written and spoken. Knowledge of other language is added advantage.