Global Accounting Manager - Close, Compliance & Automation

EF Education First Ltd.; Paris; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

EF Education First Ltd. in Paris is seeking an Accounting Manager to own monthly close, statutory accounting, tax compliance, and process improvement. You will work with our finance operations team, BPO provider, and external advisors to ensure accurate and timely financials across multiple entities.

The role requires strong accounting knowledge, French GAAP, VAT, and the ability to operate in an international environment with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of finance or accounting experience.
• Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance.
• Solid knowledge of accounting principles and controls.
• Strong understanding of French GAAP, VAT, and statutory requirements.
• Experience in a matrix/shared service environment is a plus.
• Fluent in English and French, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day accounting and financial reporting for multiple entities.
• Ensure timely close and accurate trial balances, reconciliations, and month/year end close.
• Support VAT, CIT, and statutory filings with external advisors.
• Act as liaison to EF’s BPO provider for R2R, O2C, and P2P performance.
• Prepare audit materials and internal reports, ensuring compliance with EF’s internal control standards.
• Contribute to standardization, automation, and system rollouts.
• Work cross-functionally with regional, local, and centralized teams.
• Collaborate with the Regional Finance Leadership and Regional Operations Team.

Education

Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance

Job description

EF Education First Ltd. in Paris is seeking an Accounting Manager to own monthly close, statutory accounting, tax compliance, and process improvement. You will work with our finance operations team, BPO provider, and external advisors to ensure accurate and timely financials across multiple entities.

The role requires strong accounting knowledge, French GAAP, VAT, and the ability to operate in an international environment with cross-functional teams.