Assistant Finance Manager

Overview

A leading manufacturer of industrial printing machinery based in Orléans, France is currently recruiting an Assistant Finance Manager (Cadre position).

You will act as the right-hand support to the CFO, taking responsibility for day-to-day finance and accounting operations while also gaining exposure to group reporting, consolidation, and selected strategic projects. The role is predominantly operational (approx. 90%) and suits an ideal candidate who is looking for a stable, long-term position within an international environment, with strong technical finance skills and the ability to work closely with senior stakeholders.

Details

Type: Permanent (CDI), full-timeWorking hours: 9:00 – 17:30 (flexible for cadres)Salary: €45,000 – €48,000 including bonusLocation: Orléans, FranceWork type: Hybrid (Up to 4 days of remote work per month after the probation period)VISA SUPPORT: NoBenefits: Travel allowance, private medical insurance (family covered), meal vouchers, Relocation bonus etc.

Key Responsibilities

• As Assistant Finance Manager, you will support the CFO and contribute to both operational finance and group-level reporting activities, including:
• Supporting preparation of materials for group accounts consolidation
• Consolidating foreign subsidiaries’ accounts in an international environment (currency management, exchange rates, group reporting)
• Producing monthly, quarterly, and annual reports and analysing financial data
• Managing day-to-day accounting tasks, including invoices and expense reports
• Supporting budget management and cash flow monitoring
• Assisting with management control activities
• Participating in cross-functional projects (e.g. insurance, CSR initiatives)
• Using and supporting finance systems, including AS400 ERP (migration to SILOP underway)
• Occasional travel to overseas subsidiaries

Ideal Candidate

• Minimum Bac +5 degree in Finance, DSCG, or equivalent
• Experience in a similar finance role within an international organisation
• Familiarity with ERP systems
• Strong experience in international consolidation
• Fluent French and English (C1 level)
• Japanese language skills are a plus
• Excellent Excel skills
• Knowledge of US GAAP is an advantage

*All applicants for the Assistant Finance Manager position must have the right to work in France without any restrictions as the Company is not able to offer visa support.