Head of Accounting (F / H)

Younited Credit; Paris; Sur place; EUR 70 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading financial services provider in Paris seeks a seasoned finance professional to manage their financial reporting team. With over 8 years of experience, candidates should have expertise in IFRS and French GAAP, strong leadership skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders. This is a pivotal role in ensuring compliance and accuracy in financial reporting while leading a dynamic team in a growing organization.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in financial reporting with exposure to financial institutions.
• Strong expertise in banking accounting standards (IFRS & French GAAP).
• Full professional proficiency in English required.

Responsabilités

• Manage and develop the finance team.
• Lead monthly closing process for consolidated accounts.
• Prepare consolidated financial statements and tax filings.

Connaissances

Financial reporting

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Description du poste

At Younited, we are reinventing credit and payments to make banking simple, transparent, and inclusive. European leader in instant credit, we serve over 1 million customers and partner with major brands like Apple, N26, Bouygues Telecom. Operating in 4 countries with 500 employees, we are proud to be B Corp certified, placing social and environmental impact at the heart of our strategy. Our mission : become the trusted financial partner for millions of Europeans by promoting transparency and financial well‑being. We leverage cutting‑edge technology and innovation to redefine lending and payment practices, delivering an exceptional user experience. Our solutions include credit and payment services for consumers and partners, as well as budget optimization tools through Younited Coach. We empower passionate problem‑solvers to collaborate, innovate, and act as entrepreneurs in a fast‑growing environment. In January 2025, we reached a major milestone in our history by becoming a publicly listed company on Euronext Paris and Amsterdam. Join us and shape the future of finance in an inclusive, dynamic, and ambitious company. Be part of an adventure that is only beginning!

Key responsibilities 🚀

• Manages and develops his / her team, ensuring skills development and high performance,
• Leads and supervises the monthly closing process for consolidated accounts, ensuring reliability, completeness, and adherence to deadlines,
• Leads and supervises the preparation of the consolidated financial statements of the Company ensuring compliance with relevant accounting frameworks,
• Leads and supervises the preparation of standalone financial statements and tax filings of individual companies of the group in a timely manner and in accordance with appropriate accounting GAAPs,
• Acts as the main point of contact for external auditors during interim and year‑end audits,
• Strengthens and standardizes accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls across the group,
• Coordinates with internal stakeholders (FP&A, Product & Tech, Risk, Capital Markets, ALM, Strategy, ExCo…) to secure high‑quality financial information,
• Proactively identifies process improvements and lead initiatives to enhance the efficiency and reliability of the financial reporting cycle.

About you 👇

• Seasoned professional with 8+ years of experience in financial reporting with a proven experience in financial audit, gained at a leading audit firm, ideally with exposure to financial institutions, regulated environments, and complex group structures, and in a corporate accounting or consolidation role, including direct management responsibilities and leadership of closing or reporting processes,
• Strong technical expertise in banking accounting standards, and consolidation principles (IFRS & French GAAP),
• Familiarity with the specificities of financial instruments, prudential requirements, and internal control frameworks common in the banking sector,
• Demonstrated ability to work under tight deadlines while ensuring accuracy, reliability, and compliance,
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills and ability to interact confidently with internal stakeholders, senior management, auditors, and regulatory stakeholders,
• Full professional proficiency in English both written and spoken is required,
• A proactive, structured, and detail‑oriented professional with strong analytical skills and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Recruitment process 📅 1) The process begins with an interview with Arthur, our Talent Acquisition Manager, to discuss the role, your motivations, and how you align with Younited’s values and culture (30 min),2) This is followed by an interview with Arthur Marais, Finance Director, and Daniel, Head of Accounting, for a deeper discussion about the position (1h),3) Next, you’ll have one week to prepare a technical case study focused on IFRS and consolidation, and then present your approach during a dedicated session (1h),4) You’ll meet several members of your future team for an informal discussion to ensure mutual fit and collaboration (1h),5) Finally, the process concludes with a closing conversation with Xavier, Deputy CEO & Group CFO (30 min). We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.