French Speaking Finance Analyst I/II/III

PRGX Global, Inc.; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a French Speaking Finance Analyst to join their dynamic team. This role involves conducting audits using client data and providing insights to enhance revenue recovery. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in accounting or auditing, with excellent IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Office. You'll be responsible for building relationships with vendors and training junior auditors, making a significant impact on the company's operations. If you're passionate about finance and eager to drive results in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical and Dental Schemes

Pension Scheme

Life Cover

Income Protection

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

On-Line Learning Portal

Employee Assistance Programme

Subsidised Gym Membership

Eye Care

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in accounting/auditing with a focus on client interactions.
• Strong IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct audits to identify errors and recover revenue.
• Train and provide quality control for less experienced auditors.

Skills

Fluent in French

IT knowledge

Client relationship management

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Education

2-3 years in Accounting/Auditing

2+ years in client-facing roles

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Microsoft PowerPoint

ERP systems

Job description

French Speaking Finance Analyst I/II/III

• Conducts audits without supervision using client data to identify errors and recover revenue
• Produces claims
• Reviews contracts, agreements, paperwork and electronic documents
• Builds relationships with vendors
• Provides senior level input/research on claims challenged by client
• Analyses and assesses problems regarding client’s claims procedure and business operations based on appropriate audit concepts.
• Performs quality control audits behind less experienced auditors
• Provides training of less experienced auditors and staff
• Good understanding and knowledge of AR, AP and procurement functions
• Proficient with Microsoft Office programs including Excel, Access, and PowerPoint (able to create pivot tables, queries, etc)
• Adheres to the overall timing and deadline of an audit cycle.
• Assists in the design of project tools
• Audits beyond specific tools/reports by applying audit experience and a wide variety of claim approaches
• Develops new audit concepts for increased revenues
• Proficient with core ERP systems and able to learn how to effectively navigate and utilize new systems
• Recommends, develops and implements changes in operations and audit activities, processes and tools

REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE:

• Excellent IT knowledge and working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Minimum of 2-3+ years’ professional business experience in Accounting/Auditing related work
• Minimum of 2+ years in a client facing environment
• Fluent in French.

FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES:

Domain/Industry Knowledge & Focus

• Broad understanding of recovery audit concepts
• Basic awareness of broader industry
• Well-developed understanding of commercial recovery productivity
• Deeper knowledge in specific claim concepts
• Familiar with recovery audit priorities for assigned customers

Data Analysis

• Competent at designing and using complex query tools

Problem identification & Resolution

• Identifies solutions to complex problems with minimal support
• Analyses client data to maximize claim opportunities
• Identifies gaps in existing information and seeks out further detail
• Makes decisions that enhance client results while ensuring profitability

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES:

THINKING

Maintains a Client Focus

• Understands client’s business, needs and requirements
• Takes personal responsibility for client issues
• Communicates with clients and vendors in professional and responsive manner
• Acts in the best interest of client, vendor, and PRGX

RELATING

Communicates with Impact

• Communicates in a confident manner and makes a positive impression
• Encourages and listens to input from others
• Influences through one well-developed style
• Can read the audience and adapt communication to audience needs
• Openly and proactively communicates to others

SELF-MANAGING

• Remains calm and composed in challenging situations
• Works effectively under pressure and rises to challenge
• Recovers quickly from setbacks without losing momentum
• Easily and quickly adapts to changing priorities or situations
• Aware of the impact of their own emotions and reactions on others, and works at managing their emotions accordingly
• Considers the perspective of others when conflicts arise
• Organizes info & resources to complete tasks & projects
• Identifies order of steps to successfully complete a project
• Handles multiple demands and priorities with little direction
• Prioritizes work according to relative urgency & importance
• Adapts plans when circumstances change

Takes Initiative

• Organizes info & resources to complete tasks & projects
• Identifies order of steps to successfully complete a project
• Handles multiple demands and priorities with little direction
• Prioritizes work according to relative urgency & importance
• Adapts plans when circumstances change

ACHIEVING

Drives for Results

• Persistent in overcoming challenges with minimal support
• Completes projects with little support or direction
• Strives to exceed own and team’s goals
• Demonstrates stamina, energy and focus over extended periods

Manages Execution

• Leverages assigned resources
• Clarifies responsibilities for individuals on projects
• Coordinates work efforts with colleagues
• Recommends resources needed to complete projects

Provides Direction

• Provides direction to junior level staff on how to complete tasks
• Defines clear performance standards for assigned tasks/projects
• Helps others understand how work supports project goals

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Benefits include Medical and Dental Schemes, Pension Scheme, Life Cover, Income Protection, 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays, On-Line Learning Portal, Employee Assistance Programme, Subsidised Gym Membership, Eye Care, Cycle to Work Scheme, Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay