Tour operator based in Central London is looking for a French speaking Accountant with French accounting experience. This is an opportunity to join a well-established, medium sized Travel business with an international presence where you will be working closely with the senior management team.
This a 9-month contract to cover maternity leave.
ROLE:
• Overall responsibility for the production of financial information in compliance with French GAAP
• Management of the year-end process including liaising with the auditors and preparation of audit files
• Provision of general advice and assistance in respect of the Group’s French operations
• Rationalising operation of French bank accounts, monitoring cash flow and establishing relationship with bankers
• Providing general support and assistance to the Head of Finance with ad hoc projects that may arise
• Managing payroll and VAT return on monthly basis
• Dealing with French authorities as appropriate
• Producing balance sheet reconciliation to specific deadlines
• Liaise with French Operation Director and Hotels managers
• Ensure all supplier invoices are processed on time & correctly
• Monitoring Purchase Orders to ensure that they are completed, authorised, matched and closed
• Logging invoices onto the system and performing weekly reviews of the invoice log
• Preparation of payment runs and timely distribution of remittance advice notices
• Reconciling supplier statements
• Resolving any invoice queries from suppliers
• Credit control
• Bank reconciliations
• Ensure that the purchase ledger is closed in accordance with month end reporting
PROFILE:
• Fluent in French and English
• Qualified or part-qualified accountants ideally with practice experience or as a sole accountant
• People management skills
• Working experience with French GAAP and knowledge in Company law & tax
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Strong computer skills
• Experience in travel, leisure or service industry would be beneficial.
SALARY:
C35K-£38K pro-rata negotiable according to skills and experience