Payroll Accounting Analyst with French (m/f)

Responsibilities

• Coordinate month-end closing activities related to payroll for multiple entities in France.

• Validate and control payroll data from an accounting perspective (provisions, payroll elements, anomalies).

• Reconcile data between HR systems and accounting systems.

• Generate, review, and validate accounting batches before posting.

• Analyze personnel costs and their impact on financial results.

• Cooperate closely with finance, accounting, and controlling teams.

• Support internal and external audits, including French regulatory bodies.

• Perform SOX controls and ensure proper documentation.

• Identify and resolve discrepancies in systems and accounting interfaces in cooperation with IT.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including automation and process optimization.

• Act as a subject matter expert in payroll-accounting related projects and system changes.

Requirements

• 3–5+ years of experience in payroll, accounting, or HR operations (preferably SSC/BPO environment).

• Practical knowledge of French payroll and basic accounting principles.

• Experience with audits and controls (SOX is a strong asset).

• Knowledge of HR/Payroll systems (e.g., SAP HR).

• Strong analytical skills and ability to work with data.

• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

• Ability to work independently and take ownership.

• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.

• Fluent French (C1 level minimum) is mandatory & good command of English (B2).

Benefits

• 100% remote work from anywhere in Poland.

• Stable employment in a well-established international organization.

• Opportunity to work in an expert-level role with high autonomy.

• Real impact on processes and ability to drive improvements.

• Participation in international projects and exposure to the French market.

• Access to modern tools and systems.

• Attractive salary and benefits package.