Skills

Communication Leadership Decision-making Accounting Recruitment

Job Specifications

Senior Finance Manager - 9-Month Contract

EMEA Recruitment is partnered with an international logistics business seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead its Finance operations during a period of transition from their Paris HQ.

This role is ideal for a senior Finance leader with strong operational experience and the ability to stabilize teams, strengthen controls, and drive performance in a changing environment.

Key responsibilities of the Senior Finance Manager:

Lead the French Finance function, ensuring compliance, accurate reporting, and strong governance

Oversee budgeting, forecasting, month-end close, and financial performance management

Partner with commercial and operational leaders to improve margins, costing, and decision-making

Support integration and process harmonization across multiple business units

Mentor and develop a multi-site Finance team

Profile:

Senior Finance experience within logistics, transport, freight, or similar operational industries

Strong knowledge of French accounting and tax requirements

Experience in transformation, integration, or transitional leadership roles

Fluent in French and English with excellent communication skills

Hands-on, analytical, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment

If you are interested in applying for this Finance Manager position, please register your interest using the link below. Alternatively, please send your CV to rebecca.spicer@emearecruitment.com or for a confidential conversation please call Rebecca in our Dutch office on +31208081102.

EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.

About the Company

EMEA Recruitment is a professional services recruitment specialist in Switzerland, the Netherlands, the Nordics, and the wider EMEA region. We specialise in Finance & Accountancy, Human Resources, Procurement & Supply Chain, and Operations recruitment at the mid to senior level. Since we were founded by Paul and Kelly Toms in 2007, we have focused on building strong relationships with both our clients and candidates. This people-first approach has enabled us to become a strategic partner to some of the most reputable busi... Know more