shifttechnology

Statutory Accounting Manager (Paris - Hybrid)

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At a Glance

Location
Paris
Experience
7+ years
Posted
2026-01-06T16:31:00-05:00

Key Requirements

Required Skills

ERPExcel

Domain Knowledge

  • Accounting

Requirements

Must have

Accounting degree (DCG/DSCG or equivalent) and 7+ years progressive accounting experience, ideally in an accounting firm and/or a multinational corporation.

Strong practical knowledge of French GAAP and French tax rules (VAT, corporate tax)

ERP experience and advanced Excel skills (NetSuite and/or Coupa experience is a plus).

Interest or demonstrated expertise in accounting for R&D capitalized costs and applying R&D tax credit regulations.

Fluent French and English (written & spoken).

Compensation & Benefits

Company equity

Multiple Learning and Development opportunities, including Focus Fridays, a half-day each month to focus on learning and personal growth

Generous PTO and paid holidays

2 MAD Days per year (Make A Difference Days for paid volunteering)

Additional benefits may be offered by country - ask your recruiter for more information. Intern and Apprentice position are eligible for some of these benefits - ask your recruiter for more details.

At Shift we strive to be a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Responsibilities

Lead daily accounting activities for the French head entity: account receivables/payables, payroll posting, bank reconciliations and GL maintenance.

Own month‑end, quarter‑end and year‑end close for France; deliver accurate financials and reconciliations within agreed deadlines.

Prepare statutory French GAAP financial statements and provide reconciliations/ working papers for IFRS consolidation.

Manage VAT, other indirect taxes and corporate tax filings; coordinate with external tax advisors and auditors.

Account for R&D project costs: classify capitalizable vs. expensed items, maintain project tracking, and contribute to documentation for CIR submissions.

Support intercompany accounting and transfer pricing implementation where applicable.

About the Company

without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or other non-merit criteria.

Shift Technology is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our application and employment process. Should you require accommodation, please email accommodation@shift-technology.com and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.

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