Junior Finance Controller

Junior Finance Controller (French Speaking)

Location:

London (onsite)

Salary: £50,000 + Benefits (Flexible for the right candidate)

We are seeking a French-speaking Junior Finance Controller to join a growing international finance team supporting operations across multiple African countries. This is an exciting opportunity for a part-qualified or fully qualified finance professional looking to develop their career within a dynamic, multicultural organisation with global operations.

Working closely with the Senior Finance Controller, you will play a key role in maintaining financial accuracy, supporting accounting activities across multiple entities, and building strong relationships with finance teams based internationally.

• Support the Senior Finance Controller with financial reporting and day-to-day finance operations.
• Analyse and reconcile accounting records across multiple international entities.
• Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of financial information.
• Review and oversee General Ledger (GL) transactions across multiple countries.
• Work closely with operational teams, translating financial information into clear business insights.
• Liaise with finance and accounting teams across African subsidiaries.
• Support the continuous improvement of finance processes, systems, and controls.
• Assist with month-end and year-end financial activities as required.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Fluency in French and English, both written and spoken.
• A recognised accounting qualification, either part-qualified or fully qualified.
• A minimum of 3 years' finance or accounting experience (5 years preferred).
• Strong analytical, reconciliation, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working with ERP systems and accounting software.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships across international teams.
• A proactive, organised, and flexible approach to work.
• The ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Willingness to travel internationally, particularly across African countries, following the successful completion of probation.

• Agriculture
• Food & Beverage
• Consultancy

• 15 days overseas remote working per year
• Private pension scheme
• Birthday day off (redeemable at any time within 12 months)
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Daily lunch allowance
• International career exposure and development opportunities

If you are a motivated finance professional looking to join an international organisation and broaden your exposure across global markets, we'd love to hear from you.