Operational Permanent Controller – Fluent in French & English - All Genders – Porto – Open Ende[...]

BNP Paribas Cardif; Porto; Hybrid; EUR 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal allowances

Health insurance

Hybrid working model

Professional development

Multicultural environment

Job summary

BNP Paribas Cardif is seeking an Operational Permanent Controller based in Porto to support local OPC teams in implementing and improving the permanent control framework. You will help ensure reliability of accounting information and mitigate operational risks in line with Group Finance expectations.

The role requires collaboration across Data, Accounting, Finance Control, and Group Compliance, with a focus on delivering timely French and IFRS France controls and continuous process improvement.

Qualifications

• Fluency in French and English (C1/C2) mandatory.
• Understanding of internal control frameworks and risk management.
• Experience in Accounting, Audit, or Compliance in insurance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Produce and deliver French and IFRS France controls on time for Cardif Management and Finance Control.
• Conduct analytical reviews to improve control processes in France.
• Act as liaison between Production and Finance Control teams.
• Ensure clear reporting and timely communication to manager and team.
• Collaborate with Data, Accounting entities, Finance Control and Group Compliance.

Skills

French fluency

English proficiency

Analytical mindset

Detail-oriented

Internal control knowledge

Education

Bachelor's in Management/Accounting/Finance

Job description

Join us at BNP Paribas Cardif, the Insurer for a Changing World.

At BNP Paribas Cardif, we're not just an insurance provider; we're pioneers shaping the future of the industry. As the global leader in the insurance market, with a significant presence in savings and protection insurance across 30+ countries all over the globe, we're committed to innovation and excellence.

At our European Service Center - Cardif Support, based in both Porto and Lisbon, Portugal, we're a vibrant hub of over 600 multicultural professionals speaking more than 11 languages!

Our goal? To deliver the highest level of service, reliability, and efficiency to our clients, both internal and external, by offering diverse processes and services aligned with the insurance industry's best practices.

Ready to kick off your next professional chapter with us?

Become our new Operational Permanent Controller based in Porto

Be part of our dynamic Permanent Control team, where you will be responsible for supporting countries’ local OPC teams implementing, monitoring, and continuously improving the permanent control framework to ensure the reliability of accounting and financial information and to mitigate operational risks, according to BNPP Group Finance and Cardif expectations.

YOUR FUTURE MISSION IN THE OPC TEAM

Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

• Ensure that the French and IFRS France controls are produced and delivered on time to Cardif Management and Finance Control teams, in compliance with applicable regulations and standards,
• Perform analytical reviews to monitor and continuously improve the control processes implemented in France,
• Act as the liaison between Production and Finance Control teams,
• Ensure clear and timely reporting and communication of your activities to your manager and team,
• Collaborate closely with Cardif employees and cross-functional teams, including Data, Accounting (different entities), Finance Control and Group Compliance.

READY TO MAKE AN IMPACT? HERE'S WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

• Bachelor´s degree in Management, Accounting, Finance or another related field,
• At least 3 years of experience in Accounting, Risk, Internal Control, Audit or Compliance, preferably in the Insurance sector,
• Understanding of internal control frameworks and operational risk management,
• Audit, operational risk and compliance knowledge,
• Fluency in French and English mandatory (C1 or C2),
• Detail-oriented with a strong analytical mindset.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

In addition to our attractive salary, here’s a glimpse of what you can expect from us:

• Generous Perks: Enjoy meal, child and monthly flexible benefits allowances as part of our comprehensive benefits package.
• Comprehensive Coverage: Rest easy with our top-notch insurance package. You'll have health insurance, applicable to your spouse and descendants as well as life insurance.
• Flexibility Redefined: Embrace our hybrid working model for a perfect balance of commitment and personal flexibility.
• Endless and tailored Professional Growth: Fuel your career aspirations with continuous development opportunities on both local and global scales
• Vibrant Work Environment: Immerse yourself in our modern amenities, including zen rooms, free language courses, and diverse company events.
• Culture of Care: Be part of a multicultural environment that prioritizes employee wellbeing and professional growth.

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION ARE IMPORTANT TO US!

BNP Paribas Cardif is an equal opportunity employer and proud to provide equal employment opportunity to all job seekers. We are actively committed to ensuring that no individual is discriminated against on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity/paternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Equity and diversity are at the core of our recruitment policy because we believe that they foster creativity and efficiency, which in turn increase performance and productivity. We strive to reflect on the society we live in, while keeping with the image of our clients.