Manager Recording to Reporting (F/H)

CASTOLIN EUTECTIC is one of the major players in the welding professions and more particularly in welding repair/maintenance through its production workshops. As a producer, expert and applicator, we provide our industrial customers with our product ranges, our services and the talent of our employees.

We are seeking an experienced and skilled Manager Recording to Reporting to manage all internal and external financial reporting for our organization. This role will oversee general ledger accounting for France, Belgium, and the Netherlands, ensuring compliance with French and international standards.

The Manager Recording to Reporting will collaborate closely with the regional business partner, corporate functions such as Group Accounting and Group Treasury, and the local Order to Cash (O2C) team. Additionally, the Manager Recording to Reporting will play a pivotal role as a key user in the ERP migration process from BaaN to Microsoft Dynamics 365. The role also involves supervising the Purchase to Pay (P2P) process managed by the shared service center in Poland.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Reporting:

  • Prepare and ensure the accuracy and timeliness of all internal and external financial reports, adhering to French regulations and international standards.

  • Collaborate with Group Accounting to ensure alignment with corporate reporting standards.

• General Ledger Oversight:

  • Maintain general ledger accounting for France and supervise accounting activities for Belgium, and the Netherlands.

  • Ensure alignment of accounting practices across region South West Europe.

• Collaboration and Stakeholder Management:

  • Work closely with the regional business partner to provide financial insights and support analytical reviews, preparation of budgets and forecasts and other ad hoc tasks for decision-making processes.

  • Closely collaborate with the Purchase to Pay (P2P) team managed by the shared service center in Poland, ensuring efficiency and compliance.

  • Partner with the local Order to Cash (O2C) team to ensure accurate revenue recognition and effective cash collection processes.

  • Collaborate with Group Treasury on cash flow management and financing activities.

• ERP Migration:

  • Serve as a key user R2R in the ERP migration process from BaaN to Microsoft Dynamics 365.

  • Act as a liaison between the finance team and the project team to ensure the system meets financial reporting and operational needs.

  • Participate in system testing, data migration validation, and user training.

• Compliance and Audits:

  • Ensure compliance with local tax regulations, statutory requirements, and corporate policies across France, Belgium, and the Netherlands.

  • Lead and manage internal and external audits and the timely preparation of annual financial statements according to local GAAP

• Process Improvement:

  • Support the global process manager for Recording to Reporting (R2R) in documenting local processes

  • Identify opportunities to enhance the efficiency of financial reporting and accounting processes.

• Leadership and Management:

  • Lead, mentor, and develop the local Recording to Reporting (R2R) team.

This role provides a unique opportunity to manage regional accounting operations, lead critical projects such as the ERP migration, and collaborate with diverse teams to contribute to the organization’s financial and operational success.

What We Offer:

• A dynamic and collaborative work environment.

• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

• Competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications:

• Experience:

  • At least 5 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in an international environment

• Skills and Competencies:

  • Advanced knowledge of French GAAP and IFRS

  • Strong understanding of general ledger accounting, P2P and OTC processes, and corporate finance functions

  • Proficiency in ERP systems, particularly in ERP migrations; familiarity with BaaN and Microsoft Dynamics 365 is a strong plus

  • Proficiency in financial software and tools, esp. Microsoft Excel

  • Strong analytical, organizational, and leadership skills

  • Hands on mentality

• Language Proficiency:

  • French mother tongue is required.

  • Fluent in English, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA or equivalent qualification preferred.

Preferred Attributes:

• Experience working with shared service centers or in a multinational organization

• Proven ability to work effectively in cross-functional and cross-cultural teams

You are sensitive to the HSE culture and would like to work in a company with a health, safety and environment policy.