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Accounting Finance Process Lead

France, Paris · Job Posted May 15, 2026
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Job Description

Lead the redesign and operational implementation of the Data4 Center of Finance and Accounting Excellence. This role is pivotal in ensuring financial integrity, compliance, and operational excellence across the group. This position is created to: – contribute to the transformation of the Finance Department, – deploy a Core Model supporting the fast-growing business, in all functions and geographies.

Job Responsibility

  • Lead the redesign and operational implementation of the Data4 Center of Finance and Accounting Excellence.
  • Contribute to the transformation of the Finance Department.
  • Deploy a Core Model supporting the fast-growing business, in all functions and geographies.
  • Lead Accounting Process
  • Contribute to build the capability and autonomy of local finance teams, reducing reliance on external CPAs
  • Contribute to a better understanding of financial data
  • Lead the redesign and operational implementation of new accelerated close (Fast Close) processes across all entities
  • Ensure Fast Close processes are fully aligned with Consolidation Team workflows
  • Group-wide Standardization
  • Contribute to implementation of a comprehensive Group Accounting Manual (e.g., IP delivery).
  • Produce process maps, SOPs, and checklists
  • Deploy and maintain the Accounting / Consolidation Core Model
  • Harmonize practices across entities
  • Support definition of new roles, process and responsibilities
  • Pilot and test the new processes in selected entities for Finance Tools
  • Oversee test cycles / UAT related to R2R activities on new tool deployment (RPA, AI, ect..)
  • Support subsidiaries during rollout's
  • Train local finance teams on new process
  • Monitor closing KPIs (D+1, D+2, D+3, etc.) and dailies, Group calendar preparations
  • Operational Financial Deployment
  • Support Preparation of the future Group's developments (new entities, new geographies, new scopes)
  • Audit Support
  • Act as PMO of the annual audit process
  • Continuous Improvement & Center of Excellence
  • Establish an escalation mechanism of monthly close/process issues
  • Track recurring bottlenecks and issues and propose solutions to tackle them
  • Adjust process based on feedback from entities (Monthly REX)
  • Contribute to deployment of Finance Tools

Requirements

  • Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
  • CPA, ACCA, or equivalent certification.
  • 15-year + Experience in a high-growth, private equity-backed or technology-driven environment is a plus.
  • Fluency in English
  • additional European languages are a plus
  • Proven experience in group accounting and consolidation in an international, multi-entity environment.
  • Deep knowledge of IFRS and SOX compliance.
  • Strong understanding of digital finance transformation, including ERP and consolidation tools.
  • Expertise in complex accounting transactions and audit processes.
  • Leadership: Ability to lead cross-functional and cross-border teams with influence and clarity, team player
  • Change Management: Skilled in driving transformation in fast-paced, evolving environments.
  • Project Management: Strong planning, execution, and stakeholder management capabilities.
  • Communication: Clear, structured communicator with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Rigor and listening, problem-solving oriented.

Nice to have

  • Additional European languages
  • Experience in a high-growth, private equity-backed or technology-driven environment
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