We are looking for a Finance Specialist to take ownership of the local financial foundation for KOMPAN France. You will be at the centre of local reporting, controls and compliance, while working closely with the local management team, Finance Shared Services and Group Finance.

Take ownership of finance operations in KOMPAN France

This is a broad and hands-on role combining core finance responsibility with selected local administration. You will supervise our local Credit Controller and Office Administration employee, while collaborating closely with the Financial Controller and Accountant in Finance Shared Services in Brno, Czech Republic.

Your responsibilities are to:

• Drive accurate and timely month-end and year-end closing and local reporting.

• Ensure strong balance sheet quality, reconciliations, controls and documentation.

• Coordinate AP/AR activities with Finance Shared Services and supervise the local Credit Controller, including collection and working-capital follow-up.

• Coordinate local tax, VAT, payroll, statutory reporting and audit requirements.

• Collaborate closely with the Financial Controller and Accountant in Finance Shared Services in Brno to ensure smooth accounting, closing and reporting processes.

• Provide reliable financial information and local insight to Group Finance.

• Support budget and forecast processes with local data and assumptions.

• Supervise the Office Administration employee and coordinate fleet management, office activities and selected local supplier administration.

The profile we are looking for

You have a solid finance or accounting background with experience in reporting and financial control. You are comfortable taking ownership of reporting and financial processes and have a structured and quality-focused approach.

Additionally, you have:

• A good understanding of French statutory, VAT and tax requirements.

• Experience coordinating or supervising colleagues and working collaboratively with a shared-service finance team.

• Clear communication skills and the ability to work across local, regional and Group stakeholders.

• A pragmatic, hands-on mindset and willingness to take responsibility beyond the accounting ledger.

KOMPAN -  Who are we?

KOMPAN is a global leader in outdoor play and fitness solutions. We design, produce, and install over 1,000 playgrounds and fitness areas every month across 94 countries. Our HQ is based in Odense, Denmark, with manufacturing site in Czech Republic and sales offices worldwide. Read more

What’s our culture like? 

We combine professionalism with playfulness. Our teams work across functions and cultures, valuing diversity, creativity, and results.

Why should you work with us? 

At KOMPAN we make a real impact - creating healthier, happier communities through play and movement and have done this since 1970. You'll grow your career while changing lives worldwide. This is a very strong purpose to be part of.

How to apply? 

Please apply via our website. We review applications on an ongoing basis, and you can expect to hear from us once we have selected candidates to proceed to a first interview. You will, of course, hear from us regardless of whether you proceed in the process or not.

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KOMPAN is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all to apply.