EMEA Accountant (French)

Marc Daniels; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing business in the finance sector based in High Wycombe is seeking a French speaking EMEA Accountant. This role entails managing financial reporting for the French legal entity and supporting the European Finance Manager with additional reporting duties. Ideal candidates should be part-qualified (ACCA/CIMA) and fluent in French and English, demonstrating strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English and French, both verbal and written.
• Must be flexible, resilient, and demonstrate a positive attitude.
• Strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for financial reporting activities for the French entity.
• Manage month-end accrual and prepayment entries.
• Complete group reporting under US-GAAP.

Skills

Fluent in English and French

Strong interpersonal skills

High level of accuracy and attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Team player

Education

Part Qualified or Equivalent ACCA / CIMA

Job description

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a French speaking EMEA Accountant working for a fast–growing business based in High Wycombe.

This role is responsible for all aspects of financial reporting within the France legal entity. Supporting the European Finance Manager with reporting for other European entities and Business Teams.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for financial reporting activities including monthly management accounts and trial balance reports for the French Entity.
• Create Balance Sheet reconciliation file and ensure completed and reviewed quarterly
• Manage the month end accrual & prepayment entries
• Manage fixed assets and capital expenditure approvals
• Manage all audits, both internal and external
• Manage all aspects of local statutory and tax reporting
• Complete all group reporting under US–GAAP to local statutory figures and tax reporting
• Support Assistant Accountant with France AR / AP accounting, monthly balance sheet reconciliations and aged debt reporting
• Support Assistant Accountant with France AP accounting, cash and balance sheet reconciliations
• Complete ad hoc reporting for European Finance as directed by European Finance Manager

Requirements

• Part Qualified or Equivalent ACCA / CIMA
• Fluent in English and French, both verbal and written.
• Flexible, resilient and demonstration of a positive, 'can do' attitude
• Strong team player and approachable
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills; verbal and written
• Strong interpersonal skills and confidence to work at various levels of the organization
• Ability to work in a matrix organisation

By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Marc Daniels Specialist Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your personal data.