Senior Accountant - Interim

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Summary: Sabio Group is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Senior Accountant to manage accounting operations primarily for Sabio France, with additional support for other European entities, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance. Highlights: 1. Lead monthly closing processes for Sabio France and related entities 2. Primary contact for local and group auditors (Grant Thornton) 3. Coordinate monthly payroll across multiple countries ### **Description** At Sabio Group, we're dedicated to fostering an environment where employees thrive. Since 1998, we've built a dynamic culture that is both challenging and fun, driven by a team of ambitious, knowledgeable individuals who are passionate about leading the CX revolution. We're seeking creative, resourceful people to join our fast\-growing organisation, where you'll have the opportunity to develop your skills and contribute to a culture of continuous learning. We work with some of the world’s largest organisations across various industries, delivering exceptional digital customer experiences through our unique blend of expertise, technology, and insight. As one of Europe’s fastest\-growing providers of CX transformation solutions, we’re committed to sustainability, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring our workforce reflects the diverse society we serve. Join us and help shape the future of customer experience. We are currently looking for a passionate and enthusiastic **Senior Accountant for an interim period of around 6 months**. We look for people with the right cultural fit having what it takes to drive our business forward. We also look for people who are keen to develop new knowledge and skills, because our growth is ultimately dependent on yours. You will play an important role in driving change within our business, joining a department that is continually on a journey of change. We are seeking a detail\-oriented and proactive **Senior Accountant** to manage accounting operations primarily for **Sabio France**, with additional support for entities such as **Morocco and other European entities**. This role is critical in ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with French GAAP, and smooth execution of audits, payroll coordination, and month\-end close processes. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting knowledge, audit experience, and the ability to operate in a multi\-entity, international environment.### **Key Responsibilities** **1\. Month\-End Closing \& Accounting*** Lead the **monthly closing process** for Sabio France and related entities * Record and review: + Cost accrals + Holiday, pension, tax, and audit provisions + Accounting, payroll, and overhead provisions * Manage: + **Prepayments** (marketing, rent, insurance, MS/TECH/PS costs) + **Revenue recognition** (MS backlog, TECH \& PS based on financial follow\-up) + **Unbilled revenue accounting and reconciliations** **2\. Day\-to\-Day Accounting*** Post **supplier invoices** and **customer invoices (export/CFAST)** * Manage intercompany transactions: + Recharge payroll costs between entities (e.g., CC Maroc to France) * Support **payment processes**, including direct debits * Maintain accurate **balance sheet reconciliations** and supporting schedules * Perform **analytical reviews and SNS reporting** **3\. Audit \& Statutory Accounts** **Pre\-Audit \& Statutory Preparation*** Prepare **French statutory accounts** in coordination with BDO * Produce: + FEC files + PBC documentation + French GAAP adjustments (bonuses, provisions, tax, commissions) * Review and validate statutory accounts prepared externally **Audit Management*** Act as **primary point of contact** for: + Local auditors + Group auditors (Grant Thornton) * Responsibilities include: + Preparing audit schedules + Providing supporting documentation + Explaining accounting processes and controls + Investigating variances and unusual transactions + Supporting implementation of audit recommendations **Legal \& Compliance*** Prepare **legal documentation**, including: + Annual General Meeting (AG) documents + *Rapport de Gestion* * Coordinate with advisors for **filing statutory accounts and annexes** **4\. Credit Control*** Monitor **accounts receivable** and follow up on overdue balances * Investigate and resolve **payment issues and disputes** * Collaborate with sales teams to manage client relationships **5\. Payroll Coordination (Multi\-Country)*** Coordinate **monthly payroll** across multiple countries (France, Netherlands, Denmark, Italy, Morocco) * Manage payroll variables: + Bonuses, overtime, absences, etc. * Reconcile payroll data with accounting entries * Act as a **key contact for employees** (payslips, taxes, holidays) * Support payment processes and reporting * Ensure timely distribution of payslips (where applicable) **6\. Reporting \& Compliance*** Deliver **monthly employee cost reporting** * Support reporting obligations: + Banque de France + INSEE * Provide financial documentation for: + Tender bids + Internal and external stakeholders **7\. Business Support*** Respond to queries from **country managers and internal stakeholders** * Provide **ad\-hoc financial analysis and documentation** * Contribute to improving accounting processes and controls ### **Skills Knowledge and Expertise** **Experience*** 5–8\+ years of experience in accounting or finance * Strong exposure to: + **French GAAP accounting** + **Audit processes (external audits required)** + Multi\-entity / international environments **Skills \& Knowledge*** Advanced knowledge of: + Month\-end closing + Revenue recognition and accruals + Balance sheet reconciliation * Strong understanding of **statutory reporting and compliance in France** * Experience working with **external auditors and accounting firms (e.g., BDO, Big 4\)** * High attention to detail and analytical mindset **Languages*** **French: Fluent (mandatory)** * **English: Fluent (mandatory)** * Spanish is a plus **Tools*** ERP/accounting systems (e.g., SAP, NetSuite, Sage, or similar) * Advanced Excel **Key Competencies*** Excellent organizational and prioritization skills * Ability to work independently and meet deadlines * Strong communication and stakeholder management * Problem\-solving mindset with continuous improvement focus **Nice to Have*** Experience with **SaaS or services business models** * Prior experience supporting **multi\-country payroll coordination** * Knowledge of intercompany accounting in international groups ### **About Sabio Group** **THE DIGITAL CX TRANSFORMATION COMPANY** Why Sabio? We bring together expertise in cloud migration, cutting\-edge CX technologies and powerful customer insight to deliver exceptional end\-to\-end customer experiences. *At Sabio, we are devoted to creating a community of inclusion, and an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.* *We are committed to being an equal opportunity employer that not only values but celebrates diversity and inclusion. We firmly stand against discrimination based on factors such as race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, and disability status.* *If you need accommodations, additional support and/or have any specific requirements, we invite you to reach out to our talent team directly:* *Talent@sabiogroup.com*