OEC Accountant (Paris, France)

Accountant – Comptable (Paris, France)

Our client is a Global Architecture and Design company with offices in Paris. They are seeking an Accountant with an Ordre des Experts-Comptables OEC (Institute of Chartered Accountants) qualification.

The successful applicant will ideally have a native level of proficiency in French and a professional level of English.

Role Purpose

We have an exceptional opportunity for a passionate and motivated accountant to join Leading Architects in Paris and take responsibility for the accounting management of the Company.

The position reports to the Chief Financial Officer and the Managing Partner of the agency, working closely with the commercial team in London. Our client’s finance team currently consists of 15 people, organized by territory and under the supervision of a finance director based in London.

Responsibilities:

• Preparation of a monthly report for the agency, including profit and loss, revenue analysis and 6-month forecast, as well as a quarterly report including balance sheet and relevant reconciliations
• Debt collection and working capital management
• Preparation of weekly working capital report and cash forecast
• Ensure that accounting books are properly maintained, in accordance with local regulations
• Ensure accuracy of revenues, direct costs and labour recorded for Paris projects
• Evaluation and analysis of the commercial clauses of offers and contracts
• Ensure compliance with local tax and reporting deadlines
• Manage local financial obligations, such as insurance and reporting
• Liaise with local controllers and tax advisors
• Ensure close collaboration with the HR team on payroll issues
• Occasional support to Paris Managing Partner and Manager as needed
• Issuance and follow-up of invoices
• Monitor social contribution accounts and ensure follow-up (Malakoff mederic, APST, URSAFF, VAT, etc.)

Qualifications

• French who speaks English fluently or vice versa
• Engaging personality, able to create good working relationships with people outside the financial world
• Good communication skills
• Great attention to detail
• Professional qualification in accounting
• Knowledge of the professional services industry
• Ability to work independently
• Open-mindedness, flexibility and willingness to take on responsibilities outside finance functions
• A quality communicator
• Strong computer skills