GL Accountant with French

Within the Finance department the GL Accountant contributes to the maintenance of general accounting records and to the reliability of financial information by ensuring the recording monitoring and reconciliation of accounting transactions. He/she actively participates in monthly quarterly and annual closing processes in compliance with applicable accounting standards and internal procedures.

The role holder is responsible for the following tasks:

General Accounting

You will play an active role in the recording of accounting operations and month-end closing process and help ensure that the records are accurate complete and delivered on time:

• Process and review accounting entries such as accruals payroll fixed assets bank transactions and other month-end adjustments
• Perform account reconciliations investigate discrepancies and explain variances
• Monitor and clear suspense clearing and other control accounts
• Support intercompany reconciliations and help resolve differences between entities
• Participate in monthly quarterly and year-end closing activities
• Contribute to external and internal audit requests

Reporting & Compliance

You will support the preparation of financial information and ensure compliance with internal and external reporting requirements.

• Prepare account analyses and supporting documentation required for financial reporting
• Participate in reviews of aged balances and help follow up on open items with relevant stakeholders
• Assist with VAT declarations and other recurring tax-related activities
• Support the preparation of statutory and group reporting packages
• Prepare documentation required for internal controls and compliance activities

Ad hoc activities:

• Participate in the creation / update of Finance Standard Operating Procedures used by the SSC operational teams.
• Participate in project work (e.g. Lean & optimization topics).
• Participate to functional & cross-functional meetings (when required) and share feedback and regular contact with functional finance teams.

Qualifications :

Minimum 2 years of experience in General Ledger Accounting Record-to-Report or similar finance roles

Good understanding of accounting principles and month-end closing activities

Experience with ERP systems (SAP Oracle or similar)

Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail

Comfortable working with different stakeholders in an international environment

Good Excel skills and willingness to learn new systems and processes

Education and experience

Bachelors degree in Accounting / Finance

Languages

French and English B2; German is a plus

Additional Information :

Whats in it for you:

• The company will provide continuous support and guidance throughout your work;
• Hybrid work model.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time

Experience: years
Vacancy: 1