Accountant

Summary: The role of the French Speaking Accountant involves providing immediate temporary support for a global charity based in London for an initial period of four months. Key responsibilities include managing fiscal year closings, overseeing audits, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards for non-US entities. The position requires proficiency in both French and English, along with experience in accounting practices and ERP systems. The role offers a dynamic work environment with potential for extension based on performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review or prepare recorded/posted transactions of all non-US entities.
• Oversee timely and accurate fiscal year closings for all non-US external reporting.
• Manage local annual fiscal audits for non-US entities.
• Establish and maintain relationships with vendors and negotiate service rates.
• Manage procedures for granting funds between non-US charities.
• Provide training on basic accounting concepts to Operations Administrators.
• Propose changes to accounting policies and procedures for non-US entities.
• Ensure cash flow, budgeting, and forecasting are monitored appropriately.
• Strengthen transaction mechanisms and ensure compliance with internal controls.
• Deliver outputs in line with Finance Division strategies and priorities.
• Produce reports and recommendations following audits.
• Operate in compliance with organisational policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required.

Key Skills:

• Qualified (ACCA or CIMA), qualified by experience, or part qualified accountant.
• Proficient in written and spoken English and French.
• Understanding of French GAAP.
• Exposure to Netsuite or similar large ERP systems.
• Experience in a 'not for profit' background.
• Immediate availability or one week's notice.

Salary (Rate): 350

City: London

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other