Team Lead French Accountant - Remote

Overview

We are looking for a skilled French-speaking Team lead Accountant to prepare the financial statements, US GAAP to Local GAAP reconciliations, VAT returns for companies of our global client in France. If you are looking for an interesting, challenging, and demanding position to further your career then this is the job for you.

In Short

• Review monthly tasks such as VAT, Intrastat report, Payroll, Balance sheet recons, SOX binders;
• Review 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 manager 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.

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);

Benefits

• CKH is a boutique accounting & financial services firm that provides local expertise aided by global experience.
• We have presence in Atlanta, South Africa, Ukraine, Poland, Azerbaijan, Germany, Spain and Greece.
• The roots of the tree remind us to stay grounded and humble.
• The trunk represents the support we have for each other, making our team strong.
• Churning up new ideas and positive change as the world around us grows.
• The fruit our tree grows reminds us to never stop growing, producing the best quality service for our clients.
• The treetop helps us reach higher, always stretching to new heights and goals.