Senior Business Controller - French Speaker
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About the Role
Akkodis seeks a Senior Business Controller (French speaker) to oversee financial operations, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting. The role requires 6-8 years of experience, advanced Excel skills, and knowledge of SAP S4HANA.
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Responsibilities
- Lead financial planning & budgeting process aligned with business objectives & management guidelines
- Develop budgets for the departments & Business Lines
- Prepare & Monitor monthly Rolling forecasts for timely identification of potential budget variances
- Drive month end closings in collaboration with the Team
- Analyze variances between actual and budgeted/forecasted/Last Year financial performance & provide financial insights
- Ensure correct and timely completion of Group, Management and Departmental Reporting on a monthly basis
- Provide support to Business Teams with accurate data for contract renewals and negotiation
- Conduct financial analysis to identify areas for improvement and cost saving opportunities
- Develop, implement and maintain internal financial controls and procedures
- Track and manage financial aspects of client contracts and consulting projects
Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related fields
- 6 8 years of experience in similar role
- Strong understanding of financial principles, risk management, and compliance
- Experience in ERP systems, financial reporting, budgeting, and business analysis
- Advanced Excel skills for data analysis, financial modeling and automation
- Advanced knowledge of MS Office Suite
- Knowledge of SAP S4HANA
- French language proficiency
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Role Overview
- A Senior Business Controller plays a crucial role in overseeing financial operations, ensuring compliance, and providing strategic insights to support business decisions.
Responsibilities
- Lead financial planning & budgeting process aligned with business objectives & management guidelines
- Develop budgets for the departments & Business Lines
- Prepare & Monitor monthly Rolling forecasts for timely identification of potential budget variances to support planning and decision making
- Work closely with Business Managers and other functions to collect the needed data for budgeting and forecasting
- Drive month end closings in collaboration with the Team
- Analyze variances between actual and budgeted / forecasted / Last Year financial performance & provide financial insights to support strategic decision making
- Work closely with other departments to ensure accuracy and consistency of figures
- Ensure correct and timely completion the Group, Management and Departmental Reporting on a monthly basis
- Provide support to Business Teams with accurate data for contract renewals and negotiation
- Ensure timely update & maintenance of Dashboards
- Conduct financial analysis to identify areas for improvement and cost saving opportunities
- Develop, implement and maintain internal financial controls and procedures to safeguard company assets
Qualifications / Skills
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related fields.
- 6 8 years of experience in similar role
- Strong understanding of financial principles, risk management, and compliance.
- Experience in ERP systems, financial reporting, budgeting, and business analysis.
- Advanced Excel skills for data analysis, financial modeling and automation
- Advanced knowledge of MS Office Suite
- Knowledge of SAP S4HANA
Soft Skills
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Adaptability and flexibility in a dynamic business environment
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