Internal Control - France and Germany - (Operational Procedures)

Qonto; Paris; Sur place; EUR 45 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A financial technology company is seeking two Internal Controllers focused on the French and German & Austrian markets. You will support operational teams by implementing first-level controls and conducting second-level audits to ensure compliance and quality. Ideal candidates have around 2 years of experience in banking, risk, or audits and possess strong analytical and organizational skills. This role emphasizes collaboration and continuous improvement in a growing team atmosphere.

Prestations

Competitive salary package

Meal vouchers

Public transportation reimbursement

Health insurance

Mental health support initiatives

Childcare benefits

Monthly team events

Qualifications

• Approximately 2 years of experience in banking, risk, or operational audit functions.
• Proficiency in implementing and managing internal control frameworks.
• Ability to identify risks and develop control measures.

Responsabilités

• Support operational teams in implementing first-level controls.
• Conduct monthly second-level controls and ensure quality.
• Follow up on control recommendations and track corrective actions.
• Contribute to developing the internal control framework.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify risks.

Connaissances

Control testing

Analytical skills

Organizational Skills

Effective communication

Description du poste

Our mission

Creating the freedom for SMEs to succeed in business and beyond, by delivering Europe’s leading finance workspace. We combine business-class tools (seamless invoicing, spend management, and pre-accounting) with unwaveringly attentive 24/7 support, designed to help businesses breeze through all things finance.

Our journey

Founded by Alexandre and Steve in July 2017, Qonto has rapidly gained trust, serving over 600,000 customers. Thanks to our wonderful team of 1,600+ Qontoers, we also made it to the LinkedIn Top Companies French ranking!

Our values

Customer focus | Prioritize customers in everything you do

Ownership | Own your part, get things done

Teamwork | Make (team)work easy

Mastery | Continuously raise the bar

Integrity | Always do what’s right, and respect people

At Qonto, we're committed to fostering a welcoming environment where everyone can thrive. We prioritize evaluating applicants based solely on skills and potential, ensuring diversity with 55% international team members, 44% women, and 20% parents. Join us in building a workplace that celebrates diversity and individuality.

Join our Risk & Compliance department as an Internal Controller to support our growing operations in Europe.

We are looking for two Internal Controllers to strengthen our Internal Control team:

• One focused on the German & Austrian markets
• One focused on the French market

As our team grows to support Qonto's increasing operational scale, you will play a key role in ensuring our activity runs smoothly and compliantly in these strategic regions. You will join a dynamic team that is strengthening the control foundation for Qonto's operations, working directly with operational teams to maintain high standards of quality and regulatory compliance.

As an Internal Controller, you will:

• Support Operational Teams: Accompanies operational teams in the implementation of first-level controls, ensuring they are executed effectively and on time;
• Execute Controls: Conduct monthly second-level controls within your scope (Germany/Austria OR France), meeting both quality and quantity imperatives;
• Drive Remediation: Follow up on control recommendations to ensure corrective actions are implemented effectively by operational teams and tracked to closure;
• Enhance Frameworks: Contribute to the ongoing development and implementation of our internal control framework with a focus on operational processes;
• Collaborate: Work effectively with cross-functional teams and key stakeholders in your target market to identify risks and improve processes.

What you can expect

• Growing Team: Join a team that is expanding to support Qonto's development, offering a dynamic environment where your impact is immediate;
• Operational Focus: A role 100% focused on operational controls (non-financial), working close to the business reality;
• Continuous Improvement Culture: Work in an environment that values learning and innovation, with opportunities to optimize control processes;
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with Risk, Compliance, and local market teams to ensure seamless control implementation.

About your future Manager

Depending on your scope: Kamila or Ismaël. Both managers are dedicated to providing mentorship and guidance to help you establish yourself as the go-to expert for controls in your region.

About You

• Experience: You have a background in banking, risk, or operational audit functions with hands‑on experience in control testing and evaluation, with approximately 2 years of experience;
• Mastery: You excel at implementing and managing internal control frameworks and have a 100% operational mindset;
• Analytical skills: You can identify risks and develop appropriate control measures;
• Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple concurrent controls efficiently while maintaining high quality standards and meeting deadlines;
• Communication: You can effectively interact with stakeholders, remaining composed and clear in your feedback.

Specific Requirements per Role

• Focus Germany & Austria
  1. Language: Native German mandatory. Fluency in English required.
  2. Location: Resident in Germany.
• Focus France
  1. Language: Native French mandatory. Fluency in English required.
  2. Location: Paris.

Perks

A tailor‑made and dynamic career track. An inclusive work environment. And so much more to help you succeed.

• Offices in Paris, Berlin, Milan, Barcelona, and Belgrade;
• Competitive salary package;
• Meal vouchers;
• Public transportation reimbursement (part or global);
• A great health insurance (depending on the country);
• Employee well‑being initiatives: access to Moka Care to take care of your mental health and great offers for sports and wellness activities;
• A progressive disability and parenthood policy (1 in 6 of Qonto employees is a parent!) and childcare benefits with selected partners;
• Monthly team events.

Our hiring process

• Interviews with your Talent Acquisition Manager and future managers;
• A remote or live exercise to demonstrate your skills and give you a taste of what working at Qonto could be like.

On average, our process lasts 20 working days and offers usually follow within 48 hours.

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