Head of Accounting, Billing & Tax #0610

On behalf of one of our clients, a fast‑growing organisation headquartered in Paris, we are seeking an accomplished finance leader to assume full ownership of their Accounting, Billing, and Tax functions. This is a pivotal appointment ideally suited to a technically sharp finance professional who thrives both at a strategic level and in hands‑on delivery. The successful candidate will join a close‑knit leadership team and enjoy real influence over how processes are shaped, how talent is developed, and how financial integrity is upheld throughout the business. The role is based entirely on‑site in central Paris.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the principal liaison for external auditors, tax authorities, and applicable regulatory bodies
• Take charge of billing operations, ensuring that invoicing remains accurate, efficient, and consistent with commercial agreements
• Oversee the full accounting function from start to finish, safeguarding accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to French GAAP and IFRS standards
• Guide the monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycles, including the preparation and review of financial statements
• Build and uphold strong internal controls and financial reporting frameworks
• Handle every element of tax compliance and reporting, spanning corporate tax, VAT, and local levies, while engaging external advisors where needed
• Keep a close watch on shifts in tax legislation and accounting standards to maintain proactive compliance
• Lead, coach, and grow a team of accounting and billing specialists
• Work alongside the CFO and wider leadership team to underpin budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning
• Champion ongoing improvement across accounting systems and processes, spotting opportunities for automation and greater efficiency

Qualifications

• Fluency in English, both written and spoken
• A degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, with a professional qualification (CPA, CCA, DSCG, or equivalent) viewed favourably
• High proficiency with ERP platforms such as SAP, Oracle, Sage, or comparable systems
• Substantial experience in a senior accounting or finance leadership position, preferably within a multi‑entity or international setting
• A track record of managing VAT compliance and corporate tax filings in France
• Strong command of French accounting standards (Plan Comptable Général) and tax regulations
• Proven success in leading and developing finance teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with transfer pricing principles
• Experience gained within a regulated industry
• A background in implementing or enhancing accounting systems and tools
• Exposure to IFRS reporting alongside French GAAP
• Previous experience working within or alongside a multinational group structure

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: €80,000 to €105,000 gross per annum, commensurate with experience
• Benefits: Mutuelle (complementary health insurance), Prévoyance (supplemental life and disability cover), meal vouchers (Tickets Restaurant), and participation/profit‑sharing scheme where applicable under French law
• Leave: 25 days paid annual leave (congés payés) in line with French statutory entitlements, plus RTT days applicable to the role
• Location: Paris, France (on‑site)

Equal Employment Opportunity

• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, nationality, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable EU and national laws.
• We are committed to fostering diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplaces where all individuals are valued and supported.
• Reasonable accommodations will be provided to individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable EU and national laws.