At a Glance
- Tasks: Support financial operations and maintain accuracy across international entities.
- Company: Join a dynamic, multicultural finance team at Manpower UK.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, private pension, remote work days, and birthday off.
- Other info: Exciting opportunities for international travel and career growth.
- Why this job: Develop your finance career while making an impact globally.
- Qualifications: Fluent in French and English with accounting qualifications.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 50000 £ per year.
Junior Finance Controller position is available in London with Manpower UK, paying up to £50,000 per annum on a permanent, onsite basis.
This role suits a part-qualified or fully qualified accountant who speaks fluent French, supporting financial operations across several African entities.
Working alongside the Senior Finance Controller, you will maintain financial accuracy, assist with accounting tasks, and liaise with international colleagues.
The position demands strong numerical skills, proficiency with accounting software, and the ability to build effective cross-border relationships.
You will handle reporting, reconciliations, and compliance duties, contributing to the wider finance team's objectives.
This permanent contract offers a competitive salary plus benefits, with flexibility for the right candidate.
Junior Finance Controller (French Speaking)
Location: London (onsite) Salary : £50,000 + Benefits (Flexible for the right candidate).
About the Role
We are seeking a French-speaking Junior Finance Controller to join a growing international finance team supporting operations across multiple African countries.
This is an exciting opportunity for a part-qualified or fully qualified finance professional looking to develop their career within a dynamic, multicultural organisation with global operations.
Working closely with the Senior Finance Controller, you will play a key role in maintaining financial accuracy, supporting accounting activities across multiple entities, and building strong relationships with finance teams based internationally.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Senior Finance Controller with financial reporting and day-to-day finance operations.
- Analyse and reconcile accounting records across multiple international entities.
- Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of financial information.
- Review and oversee General Ledger (GL) transactions across multiple countries.
- Work closely with operational teams, translating financial information into clear business insights.
- Liaise with finance and accounting teams across African subsidiaries.
- Support the continuous improvement of finance processes, systems, and controls.
- Assist with month-end and year-end financial activities as required.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have
- Fluency in French and English, both written and spoken.
- A recognised accounting qualification, either part-qualified or fully qualified.
- A minimum of 3 years'' finance or accounting experience (5 years preferred).
- Strong analytical, reconciliation, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience working with ERP systems and accounting software.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships across international teams.
- A proactive, organised, and flexible approach to work.
- The ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
- Willingness to travel internationally, particularly across African countries, following the successful completion of probation.
We are particularly interested in candidates from
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Benefits
- 15 days overseas remote working per year
- Private pension scheme
- Birthday day off (redeemable at any time within 12 months)
- Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
- Daily lunch allowance
- International career exposure and development opportunities
If you are a motivated finance professional looking to join an international organisation and broaden your exposure across global markets, we''d love to hear from you.
If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the Manpower Group website.
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