Head of Accounting

Join Eutelsat as Head of Accounting to play a key role in managing financial operations, ensuring accuracy, and supporting growth. As a leader in satellite communications, Eutelsat provides global connectivity solutions, connecting businesses, communities, and governments around the world.

Requirements

• Restructure and organise the accounting and finance team
• Responsible for the One Web Consolidation for monthly, quarterly and annual reporting
• Strong knowledge of IFRS & statutory reporting in compliance with IFRS and FRS102 recognized accounting standards
• Be the main point of contact with local auditors and gatekeeper of content in the final statutory accounts at year end
• Interact with Group on Interim Audit and Final year end audit for the Eutelsat Group audit
• Advise Group on key system developments and improvements and participate in key finance transformation initiatives
• Establish strong interfaces with business functions (Sales, Logistics, etc.) and Management Control
• Bring accounting operations under control, focusing on four key risk areas :
• Fixed assets
• Inventory
• Revenue recognition and monitoring
• Accounts payable
• Upskill and empower the local team (historically dependent on a hands-on manager compensating for gaps)
• Act as the main point of contact for local authorities regarding financial reporting and performance management
• Implement a process-driven organization across finance activities
• Lead and coordinate Group-level projects with UK teams, including :
• Carve-out
• SAP deployment
• European Consortium initiatives

Benefits

• Flexible schedules
• Hybrid/remote work options
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion
• Sustainability initiatives
• Support for well-being