Financial Accountant (Fluent French/English) 12 months FTC

Hydrafacial UK Limited; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading beauty services provider in London seeks a Financial Accountant for a 12-month fixed-term contract. The successful candidate will manage financial accounting and compliance for the French entity, ensuring accurate reporting and liaising with auditors and advisors. Applicants should hold a degree in Accounting or Finance and be fluent in both English and French. This role is critical for maintaining strong internal controls and financial processes.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of accounting experience, including 2+ years in a Finance Manager or Controller role.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and UK statutory accounts.
• Experience with French tax compliance (VAT, Corporation Tax).
• Experience in a multinational organization and exposure to SOX compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of financial accounting and compliance for the French entity.
• Oversee month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate reporting.
• Prepare and submit monthly financial statements in compliance with IFRS and US GAAP.
• Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, banks, and local partners.

Skills

Fluent in English

Fluent in French

Detail-oriented

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Strong MS Excel skills

Education

BA/BS Degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA, ACA, ACCA, or equivalent preferred

Tools

ERP systems, ideally NetSuite

Job description

Job Title: Financial Accountant (Fluent French/English) - 12 months FTC, London

Client:

Hydrafacial UK Limited

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

f0287c1efd63

Job Views:

4

Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

Job Description:

Description: The Financial Accountant - 12 months - French speaker will be responsible for managing all aspects of financial accounting, reporting, and compliance for the French entity. This role will ensure accurate financial reporting, support statutory requirements, and maintain strong internal controls, while partnering closely with the US finance team and local advisors.

What you’ll do:

1. Work with the Transaction Controller to ensure accurate and timely financial transactions for the French entity.
2. Oversee month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate reporting.
3. Prepare and submit monthly financial statements in compliance with IFRS and US GAAP.
4. Manage the preparation of annual statutory accounts for France and coordinate audits.
5. Support French tax compliance, including VAT, Corporation Tax, and other filings.
6. Maintain internal controls and SOX compliance.
7. Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, banks, and local partners.
8. Collaborate with the US Controllership team on French financial matters.
9. Identify process improvements within French finance operations.
10. Support ad hoc finance projects as needed.
11. Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience/Skills/Education:

1. BA/BS Degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA, ACA, ACCA, or equivalent preferred.
2. 5+ years of accounting experience, including 2+ years in a Finance Manager or Controller role.
3. Strong knowledge of IFRS and UK statutory accounts.
4. Experience with French tax compliance (VAT, Corporation Tax).
5. Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
6. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
7. Proficiency in ERP systems, ideally NetSuite.
8. Strong MS Excel skills.
9. Fluency in English and French is required.
10. Experience in a multinational organization and exposure to SOX compliance.
11. Experience in the beauty, aesthetics, or retail industry is a plus.

Hydrafacial is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. We provide accommodations to applicants with disabilities. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party search firms.