Senior Accountant & Financial Controller (6 months fixed-term contract)
Job Overview
We are looking for a Senior Accountant & Financial Controller to join an international finance team on a fixed-term contract covering a maternity leave. This position plays a key role in accounting, treasury operations, financial controlling, forecasting, and reporting activities across multiple corporate entities.
The successful candidate will work closely with finance and treasury teams, ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and reliable cash forecasting within a multinational environment.
Responsibilities
Manage daily and monthly accounting transactions, including bank accounting, financing activities, cash pooling, and reconciliations
Prepare and monitor weekly payment runs through ERP systems and manual processes
Produce and maintain weekly and monthly cash flow forecasts in collaboration with treasury teams
Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing activities
Manage accruals, prepayments, journal entries, and account reconciliations
Oversee fixed asset accounting, depreciation calculations, and supporting documentation
Ensure compliance with internal controls and SOX-related processes
Prepare monthly financial reports and variance analyses against forecasts, budgets, and prior-year results
Support forecasting and budgeting processes, including labor and non-labor cost analysis
Participate in annual true-up exercises and intercompany cost allocation reviews
Deliver ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting to support business decision-making
Collaborate with international finance, treasury, and controlling teams across multiple functions
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
3-5 years of experience in accounting, controlling, or finance within an international or multinational environment
Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and month-end close processes
Experience with treasury activities, cash management, and cash forecasting
Understanding of IFRS, US GAAP, or local accounting standards
Experience working with ERP systems, preferably SAP
Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills
Experience with reporting and consolidation tools is an advantage
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Detail-oriented mindset with a high level of accountability
Ability to work effectively in cross-functional and international environments
Fluent English and French, both written and spoken
Benefits
Fixed-term contract within a global international organization
Exposure to treasury, accounting, and controlling activities at group level
Collaborative and multicultural working environment
Opportunity to work closely with senior finance leadership
Professional development and learning opportunities within a multinational business
High-visibility role with broad exposure to financial operations and reporting
Dynamic environment offering both operational and strategic finance responsibilities
Modern workplace and supportive team culture