General Accountant

Mistral AI; France; Sur place; EUR 40 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A pioneering technology firm in France seeks a motivated accountant with 2-5 years’ experience for their finance team. In this role, you will manage accounting for multiple entities, ensuring compliance with tax laws and improving workflows. Ideal candidates have a degree in Accounting or Finance, strong knowledge of French standards, and are bilingual in French and English. Competitive salary and numerous benefits offered.

Prestations

Competitive cash salary and equity

Daily lunch vouchers

Discounted gym access

Monthly transport contribution

Full health insurance

Generous parental leave

Visa sponsorship

Coaching program

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of professional experience, including at least 2 years in an accounting firm.
• Strong knowledge of the French accounting standards (PCG).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsabilités

• Support the accounting process for multiple entities.
• Transition accounting tasks from external providers to internal processes.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual closings.

Connaissances

French accounting standards knowledge

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Bilingual in French and English

Organizational skills

Proactive mindset

Formation

Degree in Accounting or Finance

Description du poste

About Mistral

At Mistral AI, we believe in the power of AI to simplify tasks, save time, and enhance learning and creativity. Our technology is designed to integrate seamlessly into daily working life. We democratize AI through high-performance, optimized, open-source and cutting-edge models, products and solutions. Our comprehensive AI platform is designed to meet enterprise needs, whether on-premises or in cloud environments. Our offerings include le Chat, the AI assistant for life and work. We are a dynamic, collaborative team passionate about AI and its potential to transform society. Our diverse workforce thrives in competitive environments and is committed to driving innovation. Our teams are distributed between France, USA, UK, Germany and Singapore. We are creative, low-ego and team-spirited. Join us to be part of a pioneering company shaping the future of AI. Together, we can make a meaningful impact. See more about our culture on https://mistral.ai/careers.

Role Summary

Calling for all super motivated accountants with 2-5 years of experience in cabinet d\'expertise comptable looking to transition to industry. You will join the finance team to help internalize accounting operations while supporting Mistral AI\'s rapid growth. You will be responsible for taking over tasks from our external accountants, supporting the full accounting cycle for multiple entities (France and abroad), and ensuring compliance with tax and reporting requirements. This role is hands-on, analytical, and requires a proactive mindset to improve and automate accounting processes.

What you will do

• Support the accounting process (general, auxiliary, analytical) for multiple entities, including cash, real estate, income, payroll, and intercompany transactions


• Transition accounting tasks from external providers to internal processes


• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual closings in a timely and accurate manner


• Ensure compliance with tax and social security obligations (VAT, corporate income tax, payroll taxes, etc.) in collaboration with local advisors


• Contribute to the preparation of local statutory financial statements in France and abroad


• Work closely with statutory auditors and support audit processes


• Optimize and automate accounting and financial workflows by improving use of tools (ERP, billing systems, TMS, etc.)

About you

• Degree in Accounting or Finance (DCG, DSCG, Master\'s degree, or equivalent)


• 2-5 years of professional experience, including at least 2 years in an accounting firm


• Strong knowledge of the French accounting standards (PCG)


• Bilingual in French and English (spoken and written)


• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills


• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to prioritize effectively


• Proactive mindset with the ability to suggest and implement process improvements

Benefits

• Competitive cash salary and equity


• Daily lunch vouchers: Swile meal vouchers with 10,83€ per worked day, incl 60% offered by company


• Sport: Enjoy discounted access to gyms and fitness studios through our Wellpass partnership


• Transportation: Monthly contribution to a mobility pass via Betterway


• Health: Full health insurance for you and your family


• Parental: Generous parental leave policy


• Visa sponsorship


• Coaching: BetterUp coaching on a voluntary basis