Senior French Accountant

Summary

Join CKH, a global accounting firm, as a skilled French-speaking Senior Accountant. You will prepare financial statements, US GAAP to Local GAAP reconciliations, and VAT returns for French clients. This challenging role requires expertise in French compliance and international accounting standards. You will manage monthly tasks, year-end close activities, and collaborate with auditors and consultants. Mentoring junior staff and contributing to a smooth operation are also key responsibilities. Advancement opportunities are available as you contribute to the firm's growth.

Requirements

• Successfully completed a degree in business management, economics or a similar field of study
• You have finalized the French audit consultant exam (Commissaire aux Comptes)
• At least 5-10+ years of practical work experience in French compliance
• Exceptional English speaking and writing skills
• Sound knowledge of French GAAP (Plan Comptable Général) and international accounting (IFRS/US GAAP)
• Client-oriented thinking and excellent communication skills
• Demonstrate confidence, factual reasoning, and work well with others
• Strong internet access, phone connection and home setup for remote work
• Fluency in English and French language (written and verbal skills)

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly tasks such as VAT, Intrastat report, Payroll, Balance sheet recons, SOX binders
• Prepare the year-end financial close activities (US GAAP to French GAAP reconciliations, French GAAP financial statements drafting)
• Contact with the auditors for the preparation of the PBC list
• Contact with the external consultants for the preparation of annual CIT questionnaires
• Assist with ad-hoc accounting, tax and finance projects
• Support the team leader in order to achieve a smooth operation of all transaction parts and monthly reporting
• Provide guidance to junior staff and assist with mentoring staff to meet all client deadlines

Benefits

You will not be just an accountant/controller: You will be a part of our business and will get a possibility to advance financially as you help us grow the business