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We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established, international organisation operating in the European energy sector, headquartered in Paris with a footprint across Europe. The business is entering a new chapter of strategic transformation and is looking for a Senior Accountant who brings not just technical expertise, but a genuine continuous improvement mindset and the drive to help modernise a growing finance function. Key Responsibilities Accounting Operations Manage day-to-day accounting activities including general ledger entries, account reconciliations, and journal postings Contribute to month-end and year-end close processes in collaboration with the controlling team Oversee accounts payable and receivable, ensuring accurate and timely processing Maintain fixed asset registers, depreciation schedules, and accurate booking of accruals, provisions, and intercompany transactions Monitor and reconcile bank, credit card, and investment accounts Invoicing and Billing Prepare and issue customer invoices in coordination with operational and commercial teams Monitor billing schedules in line with contractual terms and reconcile billing data with accounting records Support the implementation and improvement of automated billing processes in SAP Business One Handle customer invoice queries and coordinate with internal stakeholders for resolution Compliance and Audit Ensure compliance with local GAAP, IFRS, and internal accounting policies Maintain thorough accounting documentation and support both internal and external audit processes Prepare tax filings, VAT declarations, and other regulatory submissions in coordination with tax advisors Process Improvement and Systems Identify, document, and implement improvements to accounting workflows to strengthen internal controls and reporting Support SAP Business One integration and leverage technology to automate routine tasks Champion a learning-oriented, continuous improvement culture within the team Collaboration and Leadership Liaise with Financial Controlling to ensure consistency between accounting entries and financial reporting Provide guidance and support to junior team members Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Risk, Operations, and IT Support the CFO and senior leadership with ad hoc analysis and reporting Requirements Bachelor's degree or higher in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field Minimum 5 years of relevant accounting or finance experience Strong, demonstrable knowledge of GAAP and IFRS Proven experience managing month-end and year-end close processes Advanced Excel skills with a clear automation mindset Comfort working with ERP systems and digital finance tools Fluent English (written and spoken) - this is a non-negotiable requirement A proactive, continuous improvement mindset with the ability to lead change, not just follow process Preferred Qualifications Accounting certification such as CPA, CMA, ACCA, or CFA Experience with SAP Business One French or German language skills Background in Big 4, financial markets, FinTech, or a consulting environment Multicultural or international working experience Experience in a fast-moving or transforming organisation Benefits Base Salary: €60,000 to €67,000 gross per annum, dependent on experience Additional benefits apply , including performance bonus, health insurance contribution, and generous annual leave entitlement Work arrangement: Hybrid - up to 3 days working from home per week following your onboarding period Comptable Senior | Paris, France Nous recrutons pour le compte d'une organisation internationale de renom, opérant dans le secteur de l'énergie en Europe, dont le siège se situe à Paris avec plus de 200 collaborateurs répartis dans ses bureaux européens. La société entre dans un nouveau chapitre de transformation stratégique et recherche un(e) Comptable Senior a