Head Of General Ledger Accounting Ads France

Airbus Defence and Space

France
Not specified (assumed flexible working arrangements possible)
10 years of accounting or audit experience
Master degree in accounting
Expertise in french gaap and ifrs standards
Airbus Defence and Space is seeking a Head of General Ledger Accounting to oversee the financial accounting processes for its French subsidiaries. The role requires strong leadership, extensive accounting experience, and compliance knowledge, with a focus on continuous improvement and SAP migration

Job Summary

  • The Head of General Ledger Accounting is responsible for leading the finance community in France to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting for ADS SAS and its subsidiaries.
  • This role owns the complete close process from month-end to year-end while maintaining strict adherence to IFRS, French GAAP, and internal Airbus Group regulations.
  • The position requires active coordination with global consolidation teams, auditors, and tax departments to manage intercompany reconciliations and annual audit preparations.

Matching Summary

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Airbus Defence and Space is seeking a Head of General Ledger Accounting to oversee the financial accounting processes for its French subsidiaries. The role requires strong leadership, extensive accounting experience, and compliance knowledge, with a focus on continuous improvement and SAP migration.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10 years of accounting or audit experience
  • Master Degree in Accounting
  • Expertise in French GAAP and IFRS standards
  • Proficiency with SAP financial systems
  • Leadership of general ledger team operations

Nice-to-have

  • Continuous improvement mindset
  • Digitalization and automation skills
  • Strong analytical balance sheet review abilities
  • Flexible and adaptable work style
  • Speak-up culture promotion

Key Requirements

  • Master Degree in Accounting
  • 10 years of accounting and/or audit experience
  • Advanced English language proficiency
  • Eligibility for security clearance

Work Rights

Must be eligible for security clearance by recognized authorities

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