A leading data center developer is establishing a new France-based joint venture and is looking to appoint a Senior Financial Controller to lead the finance function through its next stage of growth.
This is a senior, hands-on finance leadership role, working across French statutory requirements and international shareholder reporting.
Key responsibilities:

Own the end-to-end finance, accounting and reporting cycle
Lead monthly, quarterly and annual close and management reporting
Oversee French statutory accounts, tax, VAT and audit requirements
Manage and govern an outsourced accounting service provider
Establish robust financial controls, governance and processes
Lead budgeting, forecasting, cash flow and financial performance reporting
Support shareholder, Board and management reporting
Drive finance systems, automation and process improvements




Develop the roadmap for potentially bringing finance operations in-house as the JV scales

What we’re looking for:

10+ years’ progressive finance/accounting experience
5+ years in a senior Financial Controller, Finance Manager or Head of Finance position
Strong experience across financial control, statutory reporting, tax and governance
Strong understanding of French accounting/statutory requirements
Professional accounting qualification – CPA, CA, ACCA, CIMA, DSCG or equivalent
Fluent French and strong English communication skills preferred
Comfortable operating in a lean, start-up environment with significant ownership and autonomy

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