Bookkeeper France
At a glance
Mid-level Accounting role at CGM. Nanterre · full-time · no salary stated · we estimate €55,500–€72,063 across France.
CGM has not published a salary for this role. The figure below is our estimate, not theirs.
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What you'll do
- Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual accounts under French GAAP and IFRS, including the accompanying notes
- Review and reconcile French statutory books, then resolve differences between accounting standards
- Coordinate with payroll and tax providers and internal finance teams to keep local processes compliant and running smoothly
- File local financial reports and taxes on time, and answer questions from auditors, management and regulators during year-end close
What you bring
- Several years of relevant finance or accounting work, ideally in an international setting
- A certified-accountant qualification or a completed degree in finance, accounting or a comparable field
- Strong knowledge of French GAAP, which is required for the role
- Fluent written and spoken French and English
Who this fits
This role suits an experienced bookkeeper comfortable with French accounting rules, international reporting and year-end audit queries. You’ll work with external providers and internal finance teams; the role is based in Nanterre, France.
From the employer
CGM is looking for a bookkeeper for France.
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Your role:
- Independent preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with French GAAP and IFRS for international companies, including relevant notes to the financial statements.
- Maintenance, analysis, and reconciliation of local French GAAP books as well as confident reconciliation of differences with other accounting standards.
- Close collaboration with external payroll and tax partners to ensure compliance with all local legal requirements.
- Proactive coordination with internal teams (Accounts Payable/Receivable, Payroll, Business Controlling) to ensure smooth operations in the finance department.
- Preparation and timely filing of all local financial reports (e.g., sales tax returns, corporate tax prepayments, tax returns)—you will also serve as a competent point of contact during the annual closing process for auditors, business controllers, management, and regulatory authorities.
What you bring to the table:
Several years of relevant professional experience in the finance or accounting field, ideally in an international context.
Excellent qualifications as a certified accountant (m/f/d) or a successfully completed degree, preferably from a renowned university, in the field of finance, accounting, or a comparable discipline.
- In-depth knowledge of French GAAP (required); experience with IFRS and/or HGB is a plus.
- Very strong Excel skills and confidence using reporting and analysis tools.
- Fluency in spoken and written French and English; knowledge of German is a plus.
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