General/Senior Accountant

Mistral; Paris; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Mistral is seeking a General Accountant to support accounting operations across France and abroad. You will harmonize cycles, ensure tax and reporting compliance, and drive automation of processes within a fast‑growing AI company.

The role requires strong IFRS/PCG knowledge, 5+ years of experience, and excellent English; French is a plus. You will work with the Accounting team to deliver timely closings and scalable financial operations.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting or Finance (DCG, DSCG, Master’s or equivalent).
• 5+ years of professional experience, incl. 2+ years in accounting services; startups/tech/listed firms preferred.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and/or French accounting standards (PCG).
• Fluent in English; French is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support general, auxiliary, and analytical accounting for multiple entities.
• Transition accounting tasks from external providers to internal processes.
• Prepare documentation for monthly, quarterly, and annual closings.
• Ensure compliance with VAT, corporate income tax, payroll taxes, and related obligations.
• Contribute to local statutory financial statements in France and abroad.
• Collaborate with statutory auditors to support audits.

Skills

English proficiency

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Process improvement mindset

Education

Master in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Tax/compliance software

IFRS reporting tools

Job description

About Mistral

Mistral provides full‑stack AI solutions—from frontier models to developer tools, applications, and compute—partnering with enterprises across high‑stakes industries such as finance, manufacturing, defense, healthcare, and the public sector.

The Role

As a General Accountant on the Accounting team, you will help structure accounting operations to support Mistral AI’s rapid growth. This hands‑on role is designed for proactive professionals who can take ownership of diverse accounting topics, harmonize cycles across multiple entities (France and abroad), and ensure compliance with tax and reporting requirements. You will play a key role in improving and automating accounting processes, directly contributing to the scalability and efficiency of Mistral’s financial operations.

What You Will Do

• Support the accounting process (general, auxiliary, analytical) for multiple entities, including cash, PP&E, revenues, payroll, purchases, and intercompany transactions.
• Transition accounting tasks from external providers to internal processes.
• Prepare supporting documentation for monthly, quarterly, and annual closings accurately and on time.
• 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 to support audit processes.
• Optimize and automate accounting and financial workflows by improving the use of tools (ERP, billing systems, TMS, etc.).

What We're Looking For

• Degree in Accounting or Finance (DCG, DSCG, Master’s degree, or equivalent).
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience, including at least 2 years in an accounting services firm, preferably for start‑ups, tech, or listed companies.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and/or French accounting standards (PCG).
• Fluent in English (spoken and written); French is a plus.
• 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

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well‑being, growth, and work‑life balance. Benefits vary by country and may include healthcare coverage, parental leave, retirement plans, relocation support, wellness programs, meal and transportation allowances, and other location‑specific perks.