Manager Statutory Accounting France

The Role The Statutory Reporting team is responsible for the preparation and audit of financial statements of over 150 of ADM subsidiaries, worldwide. Statutory Reporting is part of the Corporate Finance department of ADM and is responsible for the completeness and correctness of ADM's accounting and external financial reporting under Local GAAP and/or International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). In this position, you will not only lead the preparation financial statements, but also leverage your expertise in French GAAP, and technical accounting to manage financial reporting for multiple entities. You will also engage in cross-functional projects, contribute to automation initiatives, and gain exposure to high-impact areas. Responsibilities

• Prepare Financial Statements: Lead/ review the preparation of financial statements under French GAAP of ADM French subsidiaries, ensuring accurate identification and adjustment of differences between USGAAP and French GAAP.
• Collaboration: Work closely with external and internal across Europe based stakeholders including Global Business Services, Tax, Treasury, and Controlling, providing exposure to diverse areas of financial management.
• Continuous Improvement: Lead, support the automation and standardization of financial statement preparation, in accordance with ADM's strategy to streamline processes, improve efficiency and ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Tackle Complexity: Dive into complex topics like hyperinflation accounting, business combinations under common control and consolidation, providing expertise and solutions.
• Technical Analysis: Research and prepare technical memorandums to address scenarios to support the rationale and accounting treatment for relevant topics.

• Bachelor's degree in related field such as Finance, Accounting or Auditing is preferred
• Qualified accountant with at least 8 to 10 years of experience in preparing and/ or auditing financial statements
• Big Four experience is a plus.
• Deep professional experience including application of French GAAP accounting - IFRS/USGAAP is a plus.
• Able to articulate positions with excellent communication skills.
• Assertive and able to work both independently and within a global team.
• Fluent in spoken and written French and English (B2/C1) is a must.
• Excellent in MS Excel, knowledge of accounting-related functionalities in an ERP System preferred.