Interim Accounting Directorin Île-de-France
Context and Challenges of the Assignment
The company, a mid-cap operating in the Retail/Distribution sector, is engaging an Interim Director of Accounting following a departure. Through this coverage assignment, the company aims to ensure service continuity and improve internal financial processes, with particular attention to data quality and turnaround times. In this context, several strategic priorities must be addressed to guarantee the effectiveness of the accounting function.Key Objectives for the Assignment
- Ensure rigorous, compliant management of financial accounts in an international environment
- Optimize accounting processes and cash management tools to improve operational efficiency
- Ensure regulatory compliance with internal policies and tax and statutory requirements
- Safeguard liquidity and anticipate short- and mid-term funding needs
- Lead financial reporting and deliver reliable analysis to inform strategic decision-making
Roles and Key Responsibilities
- Accounting and Treasury Management in an International Environment Monitoring cash flows, securing payments, and optimizing liquidity in a multi-currency context
- Monthly and Annual Close Steering the monthly and year-end close, ensuring account accuracy and compliance with standards both locally and internationally
- Primary Point of Contact for Statutory Auditors Preparing audits, providing supporting documentation, and ensuring financial transparency
- Process and Systems Optimization Automating tasks, integrating ERP systems, and streamlining operations to drive efficiency
- Tax and Consolidated Reporting Calculating taxes, filing tax returns, managing multi-entity consolidation, and ensuring regulatory compliance
Conclusion of the Assignment
The interim manager will drive the transformation of the accounting function by ensuring compliance, optimizing internal processes, and supporting leadership in achieving the company’s strategic objectives.
* Pour des raisons de confidentialité, l’identité du Manager de Transition et celle du client ne peuvent être divulguées.