Consolidation Expert

AXA; Paris; Hybride; EUR 50 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Consolidation Expert to join their dynamic team in Paris. This exciting role involves preparing consolidated accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with IFRS standards, and coordinating budgeting with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting or finance, with at least five years of experience in consolidation or auditing. You will be part of a friendly and innovative work environment, offering flexible hours and a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid leave. If you are detail-oriented and thrive under pressure, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Prestations

45 days paid leave

Flexible hours

Remote work

Structured salary with bonus

Innovative workspace

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Consolidation, Accounting, or Auditing with a focus on consolidation topics.
• Master's in Accounting or Finance from a recognized institution.

Responsabilités

• Oversee strategic plan, budgets, and efficiency targets of AXA GO.
• Prepare AXA GO SAS consolidated accounts for submission to headquarters.
• Manage quarterly closing, analyze variances, and reconcile intercompany reports.

Connaissances

IFRS consolidation techniques

Accounting principles

Excel

PowerPoint

SAP BFC (Magnitude)

Fluent in English

Fluent in French

Formation

Master's in Accounting

Master's in Finance

Outils

SAP S/4HANA

Description du poste

Under the leadership of the Group COO & CEO of AXA GO, AXA Group Operations encompasses various divisions:

• Group CIO
• Group Technology Operations
• Group Security
• Group Emerging Data & Technology
• Group Procurement & Sourcing
• Group Operations Transformation
• Strategic Programs, Group Operations Finance
• GO General Secretary and Risks
• AXA GO BO (legal entity: AXA Business Services)

AXA Group Operations spans over 15 countries and employs around 7000 staff members.

Your role in the organization

The division

You will join AXA Group Operations Finance, which is responsible for driving and monitoring the strategic plan, setting budgets and efficiency targets, tracking actuals versus targets, providing financial information for decision-making, and ensuring compliance with regulations.

Main responsibilities:

• Oversee the strategic plan, budgets, and efficiency targets of AXA GO, including tracking and control of actuals versus budgets.
• Establish and maintain cost accounting for AXA GO.
• Develop mechanisms for cost recharging, set rules for financial implications of services, and monitor cash management.
• Prepare and ensure compliance of financial statements with regulatory requirements and tax regulations.
• Coordinate and manage M&A projects at AXA GO level.

The division comprises departments such as Controlling, Commercial Finance, Accounting, Corporate Finance, and Finance Transformation.

Within the Accounting Department, the Accounting Consolidation team handles IFRS Consolidation, Operational Accounting, and Central Treasury. The Consolidation Expert will be the key contact for IFRS Consolidation topics.

Job overview

The Consolidation Expert will prepare AXA GO SAS consolidated accounts for submission to AXA group headquarters, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. The role involves analyzing financial statements and coordinating budgeting and forecasting with stakeholders.

Main tasks:

• Prepare quarterly consolidated figures from statutory accounts, including IFRS restatements.
• Submit consolidated figures for AXA GO SAS and its branches in Magnitude.
• Maintain an audit trail explaining statutory to IFRS differences.
• Manage quarterly closing, analyze variances, and reconcile intercompany reports.
• Prepare materials for clearance meetings and handle requests from Group teams.
• Ensure compliance with Group Accounting policies and perform ad-hoc analysis.
• Participate in SAP S/4HANA project phases.

Education & Experience

Education:

Master's in Accounting or Finance from a business school or university.

Experience:

• At least 5 years in Consolidation, Accounting, or Auditing, with a focus on consolidation topics.
• Experience with systems like S/4HANA is preferred.
• Experience in a Big 4 firm is a plus.

Skills:

Technical skills:

• Knowledge of IFRS consolidation techniques.
• Understanding of accounting principles.
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience with SAP BFC (Magnitude).
• Fluent in English and French.

Additional capabilities that are advantageous include attention to detail, organization, ability to work under pressure, communication skills, initiative, discretion, teamwork, and collaboration skills.

We offer:

A comprehensive package including 45 days paid leave, flexible hours, remote work, a structured salary with bonus, and other benefits.

Work in a friendly environment in Paris with innovative workspace.

Join us

Be inspired by our mission and work as part of a global team to empower people. At AXA, we lead industry transformation with a diverse, innovative workforce across 64 countries, serving 103 million customers. We promote diversity, work-life balance, and career development opportunities for all employees.