Finance Director

Job summary
Permanent contract
Paris
Salary: Not specified
A few days at home
Experience: > 7 years
Skills & expertise
Generated content
Financial analysis
Financial reporting
Communication skills
Financial planning
Compliance management
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Descartes & Mauss
Descartes & Mauss

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The position

Job description

As the Finance Manager, you will lead the company’s financial strategy, drive fundraising efforts, and support the company’s growth goals. Your key responsibilities include: 

Strategic Financial Leadership & Insights 

  • Develop and implement a comprehensive financial strategy that aligns with the company’s overall goals and growth trajectory. 

  • Manage the next fundraising round, positioning the company for successful financing to support growth and strategic initiatives. 

  • Analyze and evaluate financial performance, identifying key opportunities for growth and optimization. 

  • Deliver actionable insights and strategic guidance to support the company’s ambitious growth targets, with a particular focus on expansion and revenue optimization. 

Financial Planning and Budgeting 

  • Create and manage a dynamic financial plan and budget, strategically allocating resources to maximize return on investment. 

  • Oversee financial forecasting and modeling, ensuring data-driven strategies that drive growth, optimization, and risk mitigation. 

  • Support long-term planning by providing key financial insights, specifically focusing on the company’s objectives for the next two years. 

Financial Operations and Reporting 

  • Oversee all financial operations, including accounting, financial reporting, tax compliance, and audits, ensuring accurate and timely reporting. 

  • Establish and maintain strong relationships with external partners (investors, lenders, vendors), managing financial risk and securing funding when needed. 

  • Enhance financial processes by introducing efficiencies and automation where possible, ensuring robust and scalable operations. 

Compliance, Policies, and Risk Management 

  • Ensure financial policies and procedures are in place and adhered to, promoting transparency, accountability, and risk management across the organization. 

  • Oversee tax, social declarations, and regulatory compliance, preparing and verifying submissions, and collaborating on legal audits to minimize risk.


Preferred experience

  • Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in financial leadership roles, preferably within a startup, SaaS, or high-growth environment 

  • Demonstrated experience in managing fundraising rounds, securing investment, and maintaining investor relationships

  • Proficient in financial software and MS Office Suite (especially Excel) are required. Experience working with Pennylane, Qonto, and Lucca is a plus. 

  • Strong ability to analyze complex financial data, deliver insights, and make data-driven recommendations. 

  • In-depth understanding of financial compliance, tax regulations, and risk management practices

  • Full professional fluency in both French and English is required. 

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with all levels 

  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills. 

  • Highly motivated and have a hands-on mindset


Recruitment process

  • 30 mins chat with HR team

  • 30 mins chat with the hiring manager

  • A case study on a mission related to the role

  • Final call with our CEO

What we offer

  • Fixed Flexible working arrangements:

    • A flexible hybrid approach to work;

    • Work from home (or wherever you perform best) up to 3 days per week;

    • 2 days per week in the office with your colleagues (We Work spaces in Paris 9eme);

    • Access to WeWork offices worldwide

      An international, diverse, and inclusive work environment:

    • Join a team that already has 18 nationalities and continues to grow;

    • Regular team building activities & drinks after work

    • International company offsite (the most recent one in Tuscany in 2024).

      Company benefits:

    • 50% of transportation is reimbursed;

    • Swile card

    • 25 days off + RTT + your birthday off 🎊

    • Mutuelle

      Continuous learning and development:

    • A culture that promotes professional growth and well-being, guided managers and peers;

    • Access to training and development resources.

      D&M celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Studies show that women and people from underrepresented groups often hesitate to apply unless they meet all the criteria. If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet every single requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might be just the person we need!

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