Bilingual Accountant with French Expertise

3 weeks ago


Walsall, United Kingdom Hays Accountancy and Finance Full time

About the Company


Hays Accountancy and Finance is proud to collaborate exclusively with a dynamic organization that has experienced significant growth over the past few years, driven by strategic acquisitions and the establishment of new locations both in the UK and abroad.

Position Overview

We are seeking a French-speaking accountant to manage the financial operations of our French subsidiary. This role offers a diverse range of responsibilities, including oversight of a transactional accounts assistant and the preparation of management accounts. Key responsibilities include:

  • Preparation of monthly management accounts
  • Budgeting and forecasting activities
  • Assisting with external audits and the preparation of statutory accounts
  • Completing necessary schedules for management accounts production
  • Conducting control account reconciliations
  • Performing variance analysis
  • Supporting the Financial Director in budget preparation
  • Reporting on capital expenditures and monitoring spending
  • Investigating audit queries and providing necessary responses
  • Assisting with year-end accounting processes
  • Providing ad-hoc support to the finance team


Candidate Requirements

The ideal candidate will be fluent in French and possess a solid background in accounting, particularly in the preparation of management accounts.

Benefits

This position offers the opportunity to work within a well-established and supportive team environment. Employees will enjoy a competitive annual bonus, 25 days of holiday plus statutory holidays, a 37-hour work week, a pension scheme, and complimentary on-site parking.

Next Steps

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your updated CV for consideration. If this position does not align with your career goals, we invite you to reach out for a confidential discussion regarding your career aspirations.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited operates as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this position, you agree to the terms and conditions, privacy policy, and disclaimers available on our website.



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