Introduction

We are currently seeking an Accountant based in Rungis (Paris) who will support the Finance Manager on preparing balance sheets, profit and loss statements and other financial reports. Responsibilities also include analyzing trends, costs, revenues, financial commitments and obligations incurred to predict future revenues and expenses.

The role has the responsibility for performing the month end closing steps, ensuring that accounting transactions are booked in accordance with applicable accounting standards, reconciling general ledger accounts and preparing the balance sheet account reconciliations. This position follows a hybrid working model with 2 - 3 days in office a week.

Responsibilities

• Recording of AP /AR invoices, checking bank statements and recording bank transactions
• Document financial transactions by entering account information
• Manage account entries, documents, payments, and finances for the company
• Follow-up and resolve past due accounts and vendor invoices until payment in full is received or resolved.
• Support month-end and year-end close process in accordance with the corporate reporting calendar and the business guidelines
• Maintain accounting controls by preparing and recommending policies and procedures
• Reconcile financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information
• Verify, allocate, post, and reconcile transactions
• Analyze financial information and summarize financial status
• Direct internal and external audits to ensure compliance
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls

Education / Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years of experience supporting finance and accounting, including accounts receivable, accounts payable and general accounting

• Bachelor's Degree in appropriate field of study or equivalent work experience.

Long Description

• Thorough knowledge of basic accounting procedures and principles
• Experience with creating financial statements
• Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year end close process
• Excellent accounting software user and administration skills
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Aptitude for numbers and quantitative skills
• Intermediate understanding of accounting and reporting standards, gaining experience in researching as it relates to accounting issues
• Deadline-Oriented
• Advanced Excel, Knowledge of other Microsoft Office programs
• Strong planning and organizing skills

About Hexagon

Hexagon is the global leader in enterprise software, empowering organizations to build a safer, more sustainable and efficient future. We transform complex data into actionable insights that drive smarter decisions, modernize operations and accelerate digital maturity across industries that matter most — public safety, defense, transportation, government, industrial facilities and physical security.
 
Hexagon (Nasdaq Stockholm: HEXA B) has approximately 24,800 employees in 50 countries and net sales of approximately 5.4bn EUR. Learn more at hexagon.com. 

Why work for Hexagon?

At Hexagon, if you can see it, you can do it. Hexagon puts their trust in you so that you can bring your ideas to life. We have emerged as one of the most engaged and enabled workplaces*. We are committed to creating an environment that is truly supportive by providing the resources you need to fully support your ambitions, no matter who you are or where you are in the world. 
 
* In the recently concluded workplace effectiveness survey by Korn Ferry, a global HR advisory firm, Hexagon, has emerged as one of the most Engaged and Enabled workplaces, when compared to similar organizations that Korn Ferry partners with. 

Everyone is welcome

At Hexagon, we believe that diverse and inclusive teams are critical to the success of our people and our business. Everyone is welcome—as an inclusive workplace, we do not discriminate. In fact, we embrace differences and are fully committed to creating equal opportunities, an inclusive environment, and fairness for all. 
 
Respect is the cornerstone of how we operate, so speak up and be yourself. You are valued here.