Finance and Administration Manager – Bilingual (French & English) at Messagepoint

Ivry-sur-Seine, Ile-de-France, France -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

29 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Full-Cycle Accounting, French GAAP, Statutory Reporting, Tax Compliance, VAT (TVA), Treasury Monitoring, Audit Coordination, Payroll Compliance, Financial Controls, Financial Analysis, Cash Flow Management, Invoicing, Collections, CSE Reporting, French Regulatory Frameworks, Bilingual French English

Industry

Software Development

Description

About Sefas Sefas Innovation SAS, a Messagepoint Company is a French software publisher with an international reach. From document composition to responsive mobile design for digital communications, SEFAS’s solutions enable companies to design and organize all their customer communications across all distribution channels, both traditional and digital. A partner since 1991 to the world’s largest companies in the Fortune Global 500 ranking, SEFAS brings the expertise and performance of a proven enterprise-grade solution to mid-sized companies across all sectors. The Sefas operations in France will be moving to a location near Gare de Lyon. This role will require three days per week on-site. Position Overview Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer located in Toronto while supporting the Chief Operating Officer in Paris, the Bilingual Finance & Administration Manager is a key member of the Finance team at Messagepoint. This role combines financial oversight with hands-on execution, supporting the organization’s finance and administrative activities while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency. Acting as a trusted finance partner, the position involves core accounting, monthly closing, reporting, tax compliance, treasury monitoring, audit coordination, and administrative processes within the French regulatory environment. The role requires a strong command of French accounting standards (French GAAP), tax regulations, payroll-related obligations, and statutory requirements, including interactions with external auditors and employee representative bodies (CSE). The role plays an important part in maintaining strong financial controls, ensuring full compliance with French legal and regulatory frameworks, delivering reliable reporting, and supporting informed business decision-making. The ideal candidate brings solid technical accounting expertise along with strong analytical skills and sound judgment. They are detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable working cross-functionally with leadership, employees, and external partners to ensure financial integrity and smooth day-to-day operations. Responsibilities Accounting Manage full-cycle accounting activities in accordance with French GAAP, including journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and statutory record maintenance. Ensure compliance with all French statutory, tax, and regulatory requirements. Responsible for accounts payable and receivable processes. Monthly Closing & Analysis Lead monthly and annual closing processes under French accounting standards and group reporting requirements. Prepare financial reporting for headquarters, including reconciliation between local and group standards where applicable. Perform variance and financial performance analysis. Invoicing & Collections Manage and perform client invoicing in compliance with French invoicing regulations. Monitor collections and follow up on outstanding payments. Cash Analysis Monitor daily cash flow. Prepare cash forecasts. Analyze financial flows and liquidity needs. Tax (including VAT) Prepare and/or oversee French tax filings, including VAT declarations (TVA), and ensure full compliance with local tax regulations. Liaise with external tax advisors when required and stay current on evolving tax legislation. Auditor Coordination Act as primary contact for statutory auditors. Prepare documentation and respond to audit requests. Works Council (CSE) Documentation Prepare financial documentation required for CSE consultations and reporting obligations in compliance with French labour law. • Support management in presenting financial information to employee representatives. Payroll-Related Employee Questions Review payroll accounting entries (payroll externally managed). Ensure compliance with French payroll-related obligations, including social charges and reporting. Respond to employee questions related to payroll financial matters (expense reimbursements, variable compensation, etc.). Liaise with the payroll provider when needed. Qualifications 5+ years of progressive experience in accounting, finance, or financial management roles, preferably in France. Strong knowledge of French GAAP, local statutory reporting, and French regulatory requirements. Solid expertise in French tax compliance, particularly VAT (TVA). Good understanding of French payroll regulations and social obligations. Experience coordinating with statutory auditors and external advisors. Familiarity with CSE processes and reporting requirements is a strong asset. Experience with monthly closing, financial analysis, and cash flow management. Ability to work autonomously while supporting leadership in a lean organizational structure. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving mindset. Excellent communication skills in both French and English. Why Join Sefas? You’ll be joining a team of 50 employees in France where your impact will be immediate and meaningful. Make a global impact by engaging with finance team members in Canada, the U.S., and the UK. Grow your Finance career by gaining hands-on experience across multiple Finance disciplines in a dynamic and evolving organization. Sefas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We thank you for your interest, however, only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted. Location Ivry-sur-Seine, France (Hybrid) Department Finance Employment Type Full-Time Minimum Experience Experienced

Responsibilities

This role manages full-cycle accounting activities under French GAAP, ensuring compliance with all French statutory, tax, and regulatory requirements, while also handling accounts payable and receivable processes. Key duties include leading monthly and annual closing processes, preparing financial reporting for headquarters, and managing client invoicing and collections.