Head Of General Ledger Accounting Ads France

Airbus SE

France
Hybrid
10 years accounting or audit experience
Master degree in accounting
Expertise in ifrs and french gaap
Airbus Defence and Space is seeking a Head of General Ledger Accounting in France, responsible for leading the general ledger team and ensuring compliant financial accounting for the organization and its subsidiaries. The role focuses on overseeing month-end, quarter-end, and year-end processes, maintaining internal controls, and driving continuous improvement in financial systems

Job Summary

  • The Head of General Ledger Accounting leads the finance team to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting for Airbus Defence and Space in France.
  • This role is responsible for managing the full close cycle, including month-end, quarter-end, and year-end processes, while maintaining strict adherence to IFRS and French GAAP standards.
  • The position plays a critical part in supporting continuous improvement initiatives, digital transformation, and SAP migration projects within the Airbus Group ERP roadmap.

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Airbus Defence and Space is seeking a Head of General Ledger Accounting in France, responsible for leading the general ledger team and ensuring compliant financial accounting for the organization and its subsidiaries. The role focuses on overseeing month-end, quarter-end, and year-end processes, maintaining internal controls, and driving continuous improvement in financial systems.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10 years accounting or audit experience
  • Master Degree in Accounting
  • Expertise in IFRS and French GAAP
  • SAP financial systems proficiency
  • Leadership of general ledger team
  • Intercompany reconciliation management
  • Internal controls and compliance

Nice-to-have

  • Continuous improvement mindset
  • Digitalization and automation skills
  • Strong verbal communication skills
  • Team spirit and speak-up culture
  • Flexible and adaptable approach
  • Advanced English language level

Key Requirements

  • Master Degree in Accounting
  • 10 years of accounting/audit experience
  • Security clearance eligibility required

Work Rights

Eligible for security clearance by recognized authorities

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