Group Financial controller - Head of accounting F/H

THE OPPORTUNITY

As part of our transformation and growth strategy, we are creating the role of Group Financial Controller | Head of Accounting .

Reporting directly to the CFO, you will act as a key strategic partner, structuring and strengthening the Group’s finance function to support:

• International growth
• Operational excellence
• Debt and covenant management
• Future M&A transactions and post‑merger integration

This is a high‑visibility position with exposure to banks, auditors, executive leadership and shareholders.

YOUR MISSION

Group Financial Leadership & Reporting

You will ensure the reliability, transparency and performance of the Group’s financial reporting framework.

• Lead Group Holding and EMEA accounting teams
• Oversee international accounting teams (APAC & Americas)
• Supervise monthly Group reporting (P&L, Cash Flow, Net Debt)
• Oversee consolidated financial statements (annual & semi‑annual – French GAAP)
• Ensure production of local statutory accounts
• Guarantee full compliance with shareholder agreements and banking covenants
• Coordinate relationships with auditors and banking partners

You will harmonize and standardize reporting practices across geographies while designing a scalable structure capable of supporting the Group’s next phase of growth.

Financial Control, Treasury & Risk Management

You will strengthen financial processes and secure the Group’s financial structure.

• Supervise Treasury and cash management (cash pooling, TMS, Factoring, short‑term financing)
• Optimize working capital and liquidity
• Manage intercompany flows, transfer pricing and FX exposure
• Implement hedging strategies and risk mitigation tools
• Ensure tax compliance and optimization at Group level
• Develop and harmonize accounting policies, internal controls and procedures

Your mission: build a scalable, robust and efficient finance backbone.

M&A and Post‑Merger Integration

In a context of anticipated external growth, you will:

• Support financial due diligence processes
• Structure integration of acquired entities
• Harmonize accounting and reporting standards
• Secure financial data reliability during integration phases

You will play a central role in future acquisitions.

Leadership & Transformation

• Lead and develop international finance teams
• Foster a performance‑driven, accountable culture
• Act as trusted advisor to the CFO and Executive Committee
• Drive continuous improvement of systems, tools and processes

This role combines operational depth with strategic impact.