Finance Specialist

KOMPAN Global; Dammarie-les-Lys; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

KOMPAN France is seeking a Finance Specialist to own the local financial foundation, reporting, controls and compliance, working closely with the local management team and Group Finance.

You will supervise the Credit Controller and Office Administration, coordinating with Finance Shared Services in Brno and supporting budget and forecast processes. This is a hands-on role in a global outdoor play leader.

Qualifications

• Solid finance or accounting background with experience in reporting and financial control.
• Structured and quality-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Drive accurate month-end and year-end closing and local reporting.
• Ensure balance sheet quality, reconciliations, controls and documentation.
• Coordinate AP/AR with Finance Shared Services and supervise Credit Controller.
• Coordinate local tax, VAT, payroll, statutory reporting and audit requirements.
• Collaborate with Financial Controller and Accountant in Shared Services Brno.

Skills

Finance background

Reporting & controls

People supervision

Stakeholder communication

Job description

We are looking for a Finance Specialist to take ownership of the local financial foundation for KOMPAN France. You will be at the centre of local reporting, controls and compliance, while working closely with the local management team, Finance Shared Services and Group Finance.

Take ownership of finance operations in KOMPAN France

This is a broad and hands-on role combining core finance responsibility with selected local administration. You will supervise our local Credit Controller and Office Administration employee, while collaborating closely with the Financial Controller and Accountant in Finance Shared Services in Brno, Czech Republic.

Your Responsibilities Are To

• Drive accurate and timely month-end and year-end closing and local reporting.
• Ensure strong balance sheet quality, reconciliations, controls and documentation.
• Coordinate AP/AR activities with Finance Shared Services and supervise the local Credit Controller, including collection and working-capital follow-up.
• Coordinate local tax, VAT, payroll, statutory reporting and audit requirements.
• Collaborate closely with the Financial Controller and Accountant in Finance Shared Services in Brno to ensure smooth accounting, closing and reporting processes.
• Provide reliable financial information and local insight to Group Finance.
• Support budget and forecast processes with local data and assumptions.
• Supervise the Office Administration employee and coordinate fleet management, office activities and selected local supplier administration.

The profile we are looking for

You have a solid finance or accounting background with experience in reporting and financial control. You are comfortable taking ownership of reporting and financial processes and have a structured and quality-focused approach.

Additionally, You Have

• A good understanding of French statutory, VAT and tax requirements.
• Experience coordinating or supervising colleagues and working collaboratively with a shared-service finance team.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to work across local, regional and Group stakeholders.
• A pragmatic, hands-on mindset and willingness to take responsibility beyond the accounting ledger.

KOMPAN - Who are we?

KOMPAN is a global leader in outdoor play and fitness solutions. We design, produce, and install over 1,000 playgrounds and fitness areas every month across 94 countries. Our HQ is based in Odense, Denmark, with manufacturing site in Czech Republic and sales offices worldwide.

What's our culture like?

We combine professionalism with playfulness. Our teams work across functions and cultures, valuing diversity, creativity, and results.

Why should you work with us?

At KOMPAN we make a real impact - creating healthier, happier communities through play and movement and have done this since 1970. You'll grow your career while changing lives worldwide. This is a very strong purpose to be part of.

We regularly post new job openings on our website. If you're interested in other opportunities with us, be sure to check back often. Lets Play!

KOMPAN is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all to apply.