Location: Paris or Aix-en-Provence (hybrid) or full remote
Contract: Full-time
Salary: form 50.0000€

The Company

Our client is a fast-growing international SaaS company operating across multiple European markets. As the organization continues to scale, strengthening financial foundations has become a key priority.

To support this growth, they are looking for a Senior Accountant to take ownership of French accounting operations and play a hands-on role in stabilizing, structuring, and improving core accounting processes.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys execution, problem-solving, and bringing clarity to complex environments.

The Job

As Senior Accountant, you will be a key contributor within the finance team, working at a senior execution level. Your mission will be to bring accounting “back up to speed” by ensuring accuracy, compliance, and reliability across closings, audits, and tax obligations under French GAAP.

You will work closely with internal stakeholders and external partners, helping to improve data quality, reduce firefighting, and create smoother financial processes.

Your Responsibilities

• Prepare and post complex accounting entries in compliance with French GAAP

• Own monthly and annual closing processes

• Prepare statutory accounts and support audits with clear documentation and explanations

• Handle VAT declarations, corporate tax preparation, and tax filings

• Reconcile payroll entries, social contributions, bank accounts, and balance sheet items

• Identify inconsistencies and data quality issues, and propose concrete corrective actions

• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners (auditors, tax advisors, payroll providers) to ensure timely and accurate accounting

What Success Looks Like After 6 Months

• Accounting entries are accurate, on time, and well documented

• Audit preparation is smoother, with fewer last-minute issues

• Key reconciliations and tax topics are handled confidently and autonomously

• Improved data quality reduces stress and operational bottlenecks within the finance team

Your Profile

Must-Haves

• Strong hands-on experience with French GAAP

• Confidence in preparing accounts, reconciliations, and tax-related filings

• High level of autonomy and ownership (“high agency” mindset)

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment

• Comfortable working in a build-and-fix or scaling context

Nice-to-Haves

• Background in an accounting firm and/or a French startup or scale-up

• DCG / DSCG or equivalent accounting qualification

• Experience working in multi-entity or international environments

What’s in It for You

• Autonomy & Trust: You’re hired for your expertise and given real ownership

• Competitive Compensation: Fair and attractive salary package

• Flexible Work Setup: Offices in Paris and Aix-en-Provence, with remote work as part of the culture

• Meal Vouchers: Supporting your daily well-being

• Comprehensive Health Insurance: Coverage for you and your family

• Employee Benefits Platform: Access to discounts on a wide range of services and activities

• Career Development: Strong support for long-term growth and progression