Controller, SG&A/Support Functions - Fixed-term

Fime; Paris; Sur place; EUR 50 000 - 70 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A global digital payment services company is looking for a Controller for SG&A/Support Functions on a fixed-term contract in Paris. The role involves translating financial data into actionable insights, supporting decision-making, and contributing to resource allocation. Ideal candidates should have over 5 years of finance experience and strong analytical skills. Fluency in English is mandatory, while proficiency in French is advantageous. The position offers the chance to work collaboratively in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Finance and Cost Control.
• Solid understanding of SG&A cost structures and budgeting processes.

Responsabilités

• Translate functional actuals (HR costs, IT spending) into actionable forecasts.
• Analyse cost drivers, resource allocations, and return on investment.
• Prepare and present functional performance reviews.
• Support decision-making across HR, IT, and Finance.
• Perform CAPEX analysis and tracking.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to prepare meaningful financial results.

Connaissances

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Detail-oriented

Fluency in English

French (advantage)

Formation

Degree in Finance

Description du poste

Controller, SG&A/Support Functions – Fixed-term contract

Please note this is a 9 months limited contract and we are flexible to hire across our offices in Paris, Caen or Rennes.

Fime is a globally recognised international player providing deep expertise across digital payments, mobility services, and digital identity. We work with leading organisations worldwide to solve complex challenges, identify emerging opportunities, and future-proof their strategies.

Our team of 900+ experts operates in over 20 locations around the globe, delivering solutions that support millions of transactions every day, across global markets. What sets us apart is our values: we are curious, creative, and highly collaborative, with a strong commitment to integrity - we do the right thing for our clients, our people, and our shareholders.

At Fime, the work is varied and intellectually stimulating. No two days are the same, and you will be surrounded by smart, engaged colleagues who value learning and continuous improvement.

Making innovation possible.

Making the world work.

MISSION

As Controller, SG&A/Support Functions, you will act as a performance co-pilot for Support Functions (HR, IT, Finance). Your role is to translate financial data into actionable insights, support decision-making, and contribute to efficient resource allocation across the organization.

ACTIVITIES

• Translate functional actuals (HR costs, IT spending, Finance initiatives) into actionable forecasts and operational plans
• Analyse cost drivers, resource allocation, and return on investment for support functions
• Prepare and present functional performance reviews, highlighting key risks, issues, and optimization opportunities
• Support decision-making and resource optimization across HR, IT, and Finance stakeholders
• Perform CAPEX analysis and tracking, ensuring visibility and control over investments
• Contribute to budget preparation and Mid-Year Readjustment processes
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, subsidiaries and senior leadership to prepare meaningful financial results to the group (weekly meetings with SVP)
• Collaborate with Finance, IT and business unit controllers to align systems with business needs including the mapping of local ledgers to group consolidation tool
• Support on cross Business Unit Digital Identity controlling activities

JOB EXPERIENCE

• 5+ years experience in Finance and Cost Control
• Solid understanding of SG&A cost structures and budgeting processes

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Completed studies in a Financial related field
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to turn data into clear recommendations
• Ability to work with multiple stakeholders in a transversal environment
• Structured, detail-oriented mindset
• Fluency in English is a must and in French is an advantage