Controleur Financier - Paris (M/F/X)

About Synechron

Synechron is a global digital transformation consulting firmpartnering with leading financial institutions to accelerate their business and technology transformation.

We combine deep Financial Services expertisewith capabilities across consulting, technology, digital, data and AI to help our clients design, build and deliver complex transformation programmes.

Our teams operate internationally, bringing together business consulting, technology expertise and global delivery capabilitiesto support some of the world's leading banks and financial institutions.

In France, our Paris Business Unit continues to grow, and we are strengthening our Finance organisation to support this development while maintaining a high level of financial discipline, governance and operational performance.

The Financial Controller will play a key role in this organisation, partnering closely with our Paris Business Unit leadership while working within Synechron's wider international Finance organisation.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Planning & Analysis

• Lead theannual budgeting processand periodicre-forecasting cycles

• Developrobust financial forecasts(short, mid, and long term) aligned with business objectives

• Monitor and analyze financial performance against plans, identifyingrisks and opportunities

• Provideactionable insightsto senior management to support decision-making

• Define, track, and report onkey financial and operational KPIs, including:

• Revenue and growth

• Margins and profitability

• Utilization / billability (ESN context)

• Cost structure and productivity

• Ensure accuracy and consistency ofmanagement reporting

• Drive continuous improvement infinancial performance monitoring processes

• Overseeaccounting operationsin compliance with French GAAP and group standards

• Ensure timely and accuratemonthly, quarterly, and annual closings

• Manage statutory accounts, tax compliance, and regulatory requirements

• Act as theprimary point of contact for external auditors, ensuring smooth audit processes

• Act as a strategic partner tobusiness leaders (Sales, Delivery, PMO)

• Supportdeal reviews, pricing validation, and financial structuringof client engagements

• Provide financial guidance onlarge consulting projects and investments

• Ensure alignment betweenfinancial objectives and operational execution

• Manage and developFinance and PMO teams, ensuring high performance and engagement

• Define team objectives, conduct performance reviews, and support capability development

• Promote best practices infinancial governance, project tracking, and reporting

• Ensure alignment withgroup financial policies and reporting standards

• Collaborate withinternational finance teamsacross regions

• Contribute toglobal financial initiatives and process harmonization

• Minimum10 years of experiencein financial management within aFrench company

• Strong experience in aTechnology Consulting company (ESN)

• Proven track record in:

• Budgeting and forecasting processes

• Financial and KPI performance monitoring

• Accounting and financial reporting

• Experience working inmultinational organizations

• Demonstrated experience managingexternal audits

• Strongfinancial acumenand analytical capabilities

• In-depth knowledge ofFrench accounting standards and financial regulations

• Ability to manage complexity in aproject-based (ESN) environment

• Strongbusiness partnering skillswith the ability to influence senior stakeholders

• High level ofrigor, reliability, and attention to detail

• Proven experience managingFinance and PMO teams

• Strong leadership, coaching, and team development capabilities

• Ability to operate in afast-paced, international environment

• Fluent in French and English (mandatory)

• Quality and reliability offinancial forecasts and reporting

• Effective control and improvement ofprofitability and cost structure

• Strong collaboration withbusiness and operational teams

• Smooth execution ofaudits and compliance processes

• Development ofhigh-performing Finance and PMO teams