Accountant (France)

Do you have experience as an Accountant? And are you ready to take a step to become part of a fast-growing customs broker? Then you should read on

***Who are we?**
**Customs Support is the leading independent customs broker in the EU. We are the neutral and dynamic partner for customs matters in Europe. Every day we organize all kinds of customs documents to import and export goods and services for our customers like freight forwarders, goods owners, and transport companies.
This means that you will have a vital role within the company.

In the last years, Customs Support has proven to be a fast-growing, dynamic, and IT-driven company that, next to strong organic growth, has successfully acquired and integrated several companies.

**Description**

This role will report to the Finance Director - France, with accountability for the accuracy and completeness of accounting matters.

**Main task**
- Monthly and annual closing.
- Preparing the group management accounts.
- Cash flow management.
- Cost control - Analysis of suppliers, payments, and reconciliations.
- Control of customer accounts.
- Dealing with all tax compliance matters, including reviewing the annual corporate tax returns, and VAT returns, and administering payroll.
- Control of payments to Customs Authorities.
- Daily invoicing review.
- Control of general contracts (office, cars, insurance, etc.).

Location base: Lyon (on-site/remote). With availability to travel in France.

**Skills and experience**
- Master/bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance.
- Experience as an Accountant: minimum 4 years.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Excellent knowledge of MS Office.
- Strong knowledge of accounting (French GAAP) and taxes.
- Strong focus on process improvement and digitalization.
- Understanding and experience working with Dynamics 365 Business Central is an asset.
- Experience working internationally is an asset.
- Strong Analytical, communication, and project management skills.
- Team player.
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize across a range of conflicting interests, dealing with rapidly evolving priorities.