Financial Accountant - French speaking

LHH Recruitment Solutions are currently working with an expanding global business to recruit a French-speaking Financial Accountant on a 12-month fixed term contract. You will be joining the EMEA finance team and will take full ownership of financial reporting under French & US GAAP, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and compliance with SOX controls. You'll collaborate closely with a broad network of stakeholders across Europe, supporting month-end close activities, audits, and continuous process improvements.

The role offers significant flexibility, with the option to work remotely while still being part of a highly engaged and supportive team. Occasional travel to London will be required for team meetings, training, and cross-functional collaboration, giving you the chance to build strong relationships and contribute directly to regional finance initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts under French GAAP and US GAAP
• Post and upload journals, including accruals, prepayments, payroll, and expenses.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts (fixed assets, VAT, intercompany, FX gains/losses).
• Review Accounts Receivable and Payable, ensuring provisions and accruals are accurate.
• Oversee bank reconciliations prepared by the Shared Service Centre.
• Manage employee expense system (CONCUR) and related accounting entries.
• Liaise with the US team to meet SEC reporting deadlines.
• Ensure compliance with SOX and internal control activities, working closely with auditors.
• Produce and submit VAT returns on time.
• Support annual financial statements, audits, budgets, forecasts, and KPIs.
• Drive process improvements and harmonisation across EMEA entities.
• Handle hire purchase agreements, loans, supplier contracts, and car leases.

Skills & Experience:

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a similar role.
• Fluent in English and French (essential).
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to define and implement standardised processes.
• Hands-on, proactive approach with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Highly organised, accurate, and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Advanced MS Office skills.

The role is paying £60-65k and is for an initial 12-month fixed term contract.