Senior Accounting Coordinator

Senior Accounting Team CoordinatorSalary: up to €55,000 per year (depending on experience) + annual performance bonusLocation: La Défense, FranceSchedule: Monday to Friday, no weekends + 1-day per week WFHThe OpportunityOur client, a leading international organisation in the renewable energy sector, is seeking a Senior Accounting Team Coordinator to play a pivotal role within their finance function. This is an exciting opportunity to oversee financial operations across multiple French entities, ensure compliance with group standards, and lead a small but high-performing accounting team.You will be responsible for monthly and annual closings, financial reporting, audits and tax compliance, while acting as a key liaison between internal departments, shared service centres and external partners. The role also carries leadership responsibilities, supporting the growth and professional development of junior staff.Key ResponsibilitiesLead month-end and year-end closing activities for our client’s French entities, ensuring accuracy, timeliness and full compliance with group and statutory requirementsPrepare monthly financial statements and management reports, providing clear, actionable insights to senior stakeholdersLiaise with external tax advisors on corporate tax matters for French entitiesCoordinate statutory year-end audits, ensuring all external audits and tax filings are completed accurately and on timeManage the annual Group Close, delivering precise financial information to group headquartersOversee tax returns, filings and payments across all entities under your remitReview and approve Purchase Orders (PO) and Purchase Requisitions (PR) via the UPM system or manual workflowsLead the preparation and submission of French financial statements (liasse fiscale), ensuring full compliance with local accounting and tax regulationsSupervise the execution of tax calendars and ensure accurate filing of VAT, CVAE, IFER, and other local tax obligationsGuarantee local tax compliance across all operational projects and entitiesCollaborate closely with the Group Tax Team, maintaining consistent reporting and alignment on corporate tax strategyBuild and maintain strong collaboration with internal teams across Finance, Tax, Mergers & Reporting, Operations & Maintenance, and Corporate ServicesAct as the key point of contact for the Shared Services Centre, ensuring seamless communication and effective process alignmentServe as the primary liaison for external partners, including auditors, tax consultants, and legal advisors, overseeing timely delivery of audit reports, tax documentation, and DAU filesMentor and support new hires and interns to ensure smooth integration and consistent performanceDefine and track team objectives and KPIs, promoting accountability and continuous improvementOrganise internal training and knowledge-sharing sessions to drive professional development and enhance overall team capability Profile & QualificationsBachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline (DEC, ACCA, or DSCG preferred)Prior experience in an accounting firm is highly desirableAudit experience is advantageous, though not essentialMinimum five years of relevant experience in accounting, financial reporting, or tax complianceProven ability to lead and develop a team within a corporate environmentSolid understanding of accounting standards and tax compliance in France and within international groupsStrong organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressureCapable of working independently and collaboratively across departments and countriesFamiliarity with SAP or Quadratus/Cegid systems preferred (training can be provided)Excellent communication skills, with confidence in engaging stakeholders at all levelsFluent in Chinese, French and English (written and spoken)Next StepsThis is an exceptional opportunity to join a global renewable energy leader driving Europe’s clean energy transition. As part of a truly international team, you’ll play a key role in maintaining financial excellence, ensuring compliance and supporting strategic growth across our client’s French entities.You’ll be joining a forward-thinking organisation that values innovation, collaboration and professional development, offering real career progression within a dynamic, multicultural environment.Interview ProcessThe hiring process is designed to be transparent and efficient:Stage 1 – Initial Interview (MS Teams):An introductory video call to discuss your experience, technical background, and career motivations.Stage 2 – Final Interview:Depending on availability and seniority, this will either be a second MS Teams meeting with senior leadership or an on-site interview at our client’s headquarters in Paris. This stage will focus on deeper discussions around your accounting expertise, leadership approach and alignment with the organisation’s culture and values.Click apply and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch soon to discuss your application further