Financial Controller (m/f), East of France

As a leading manufacturer of French luxury goods, our client is based in the scenic mountains in the East of France. To reinforce the finance department, we are looking for a

Financial Controller (m/f) / East of France

The financial controller contributes to the overall success of the organization by effectively managing all financial tasks for the organization.

Responsibilities

Financial accounting and reporting

• Develop and maintain timely and accurate financial statements and reports that are appropriate for the users and in accordance with international accepted accounting principales
• Ensure compliance with internal financial and accounting policies and procedures
• Prepare all supporting information for the annual audit and liaise external auditors as necessary
• Prepare the annual budget in consultation with local management and the executive director
• Manage the cash flow and prepare cash flow forecasts
• Liaise with the treasurer and group finances as appropriate
• Commenting on variance analysis, especially on variances in margin
• Ensure & review of pricing for goods to be sold
• Ensure accrual based accounting on a monthly basis

Risk management

• Monitor risk management policies and procedures to ensure that program and organizational risks are minimized
• Ensure that an appropriate ICS (Internal control system) is implemented and necessary improvements are made
• Negotiate with bank for lines of credit or other financial services as required and appropriate

Qualifications

• University degree in Finance, Economics or Business Administration with focus on controlling
• Chartered accountancy qualification is highly desired
• Excellent communication skills at all levels of an organization and the ability to engage both internal and external resources successfully.
• Excellent computer skills required including Excel, PowerPoint & Word - experience in working with an ERP – System (SAP) is needed
• Business fluent in French and English - strong presentation and communication skills required
• Deadline & business driven with the ability to work independently, a conceptional and keen mindset for identifying business issues
• Critical thinking and analytical skills with excellent attention to quality and detail
• Open-minded team player who is able to manage a highly versatile and multicultural team
• 3 to 5 years’ experience in a similar position
• Strong negotiation skills

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