France Finance Controller: Risk & Controls

Unilever PLC; Rueil-Malmaison; On-site; EUR 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Unilever PLC in Île-de-France is seeking a Country Controller to lead local financial accounting, reporting, risk management and internal assurance for the newly combined McCormick business footprint in France.

You will manage two direct reports, set local processes to meet US GAAP and SOX requirements, and partner with Tax and external auditors to ensure accurate statutory and group reporting and robust controls across the business.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in finance or accounting roles.
• Experience in accounting, SOX, audits and/or risk management.
• Strong understanding of local accounting and tax regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead local financial controls and risk management to align with global standards.
• Ensure timely statutory and group reporting and tax returns with the Tax team.
• Oversee external audits, internal audits, and board meeting preparation.
• Develop the Controlling team and foster accountability and continuous improvement.

Skills

Finance experience

SOX & risk management

Accounting knowledge

French statutory requirements

Stakeholder management

Communication with senior stakeholders

Job description

Unilever PLC in Île-de-France is seeking a Country Controller to lead local financial accounting, reporting, risk management and internal assurance for the newly combined McCormick business footprint in France.

You will manage two direct reports, set local processes to meet US GAAP and SOX requirements, and partner with Tax and external auditors to ensure accurate statutory and group reporting and robust controls across the business.