Consolidation Analyst

Korn Ferry; Paris; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic international organization is seeking a Consolidation Analyst to ensure the integrity of financial reporting in compliance with IFRS standards. In this strategic position, you will manage statutory consolidation processes, prepare consolidated accounts, and support financial reporting initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s in Accounting or Finance, solid experience in group consolidation, and fluency in French and English. This role offers a chance to contribute to financial governance and transparency within a multinational environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in group consolidation within a multinational environment.
• Strong command of IFRS and consolidation tools.
• Familiarity with financial systems.
• Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with financial systems.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Fluent in French and English.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and adaptable in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate financial data collection across subsidiaries and business units.
• Manage consolidation entries and ensure alignment with IFRS and internal standards.
• Guarantee the accuracy and consistency of consolidated financial information.
• Prepare quarterly and annual consolidated accounts.
• Analyse financial variations and provide clear, insightful explanations.
• Support audit processes and ensure timely delivery of financial reports.
• Issue consolidation guidelines to local finance teams.
• Liaise with shareholders and senior management to review reporting.
• Provide financial insights to support decision-making.
• Implement best practices and maintain high standards of financial governance.
• Identify and implement process improvements.
• Contribute to internalization of consolidation activities.
• Identify and implement process improvements.
• Support finance initiatives linked to organizational growth.

Skills

Advanced Excel skills

Fluent in French

Fluent in English

Excellent communication skills

Proactive

Detail-oriented

Stakeholder management

Proactive and adaptable

Education

Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent

Tools

IFRS knowledge

Consolidation tools

Job description

A dynamic and fast-growing international organization is seeking a Consolidation Analyst to join its Group Finance team. This strategic position plays a critical role in ensuring the integrity of consolidated financial reporting across multiple entities, in full compliance with IFRS standards.

The successful candidate will lead the statutory consolidation process, collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, and contribute to finance transformation initiatives aimed at optimizing reporting efficiency and accuracy.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate financial data collection across subsidiaries and business units
• Manage consolidation entries and ensure alignment with IFRS and internal standards
• Guarantee the accuracy and consistency of consolidated financial information
• Prepare quarterly and annual consolidated accounts
• Analyse financial variations and provide clear, insightful explanations
• Support audit processes and ensure timely delivery of financial reports
• Issue consolidation guidelines and instructions to local finance teams
• Liaise with shareholders and senior management to review and refine reporting
• Provide financial insights and trend analyses to support decision-making
• Stay informed on IFRS updates and ensure full compliance
• Implement best practices and maintain high standards of financial governance
• Contribute to internalization of consolidation activities
• Identify and implement process improvements
• Support finance initiatives linked to organizational growth and expansion

Candidate Profile

• Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent
• Proven experience in group consolidation within a multinational environment
• Strong command of IFRS and consolidation tools
• Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with financial systems
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Fluent in French and English
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and adaptable in a fast-paced setting