Finance Manager - French-Speaking

Exciting Opportunity: Finance Manager - French-Speaking Central London Private Equity-Backed Leisure & Tourism Group

Are you a fluent French-speaking finance professional looking for your next big career move? My client is a dynamic, Private Equity-backed leisure and tourism organisation with a pan-European presence and they are looking for a Finance Manager. Based in Central London, this high-impact role offers the chance to work closely with senior leadership in France while contributing to the financial success of a thriving international business.

Why This Role?

• Strategic exposure: You'll lead financial operations for the company's French division, playing a key role in financial reporting, forecasting, and decision-making.
• Career growth: Be part of a high-growth environment with genuine opportunities for development and advancement.
• European collaboration: Work cross-border with talented teams, offering business insight and support to senior leaders in France.
• Hybrid working: Enjoy a flexible work arrangement - 2 to 3 days a week in the vibrant heart of Central London.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own the month-end, quarterly, and year-end close processes, including preparation of financial statements and audit coordination.
• Ensure full compliance with French GAAP and IFRS standards.
• Manage the working capital position for the French business.
• Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting processes, including re-forecasting as required.
• Act as a true business partner to senior leadership in France, providing insights that drive performance and profitability.

What My Client is Looking For:

• A fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, or ACA).
• Fluency in French - both written and spoken - is essential.
• Strong working knowledge of IFRS and French GAAP.
• Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills.
• A confident communicator with a collaborative, proactive approach.

What's on Offer:

• Competitive base salary and performance-based bonus.
• Attractive benefits package.
• Real career progression in a growing international group.
• Opportunities for travel and cross-border collaboration.

If you're ready to take on a broad and rewarding role in an ambitious, growing business - apply now and be part of their European success story!