Finance Manager - French Speaking Global Hospitality Group
£60,000 - £65,000 + up to 25% bonus & great benefits
London offices - hybrid 2 days office / 3 days wfh
*Must be Fluent in French (written and spoken) and Qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) - both essential*
My client is seeking a finance manager to oversee the full range of financial operations for their French based entities. This position plays a critical role in financial reporting, forecasting, compliance, and strategic collaboration across departments.
Financial Oversight & Reporting
Manage and record all financial transactions for our French entities.
Deliver comprehensive monthly financial reports, including variance analysis against budget and historical performance.
Maintain adherence to both local French GAAP and international IFRS standards, along with internal financial protocols.
Supervise daily financial operations related to payables, receivables, and payroll, ensuring optimal cash flow and working capital efficiency.
Planning & Forecasting
Lead the budgeting process for French operations, working closely with both local teams and central departments.
Support senior management with scenario-based financial forecasts and ad hoc financial modelling.
Audit & Compliance
Compile annual statutory accounts for French entities in coordination with external advisors.
Act as the main contact for annual audit processes, managing deliverables and facilitating communication with auditors both locally and at the group level.
Banking & Taxation
Administer banking operations, including cash management and oversight of daily transactions.
Coordinate with in-house and external tax professionals to ensure compliance with all relevant VAT, corporate tax, and statutory obligations.
Build strong working relationships with departments across the business, including operations, sales, and central support, to drive financial awareness and accountability.
ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
Fluent French (written and spoken) is essential as you will be required to communicate with external advisors and local teams.
Knowledge of IFRS and tax compliance.
Solid background in preparing and reviewing statutory financial statements.