Job Description
Description
Mission
Ensure reliable accounting operations while continuously improving finance processes and tools. This role combines solid accounting fundamentals with a strong focus on automation, efficiency, and modern finance systems.
Beyond running accounting processes, the mission is also to continuously improve how finance operates by simplifying workflows, leveraging modern tools, and reducing manual work across the finance stack.
Responsibilities
Accounting & Closing (60%)
Manage monthly and annual closing processes
Record and review accounting entries (sales, purchases, payroll, banks)
Maintain deferred revenue schedules and related adjustments
Manage accounting provisions (FNP, CCA, bonuses, paid leave)
Reconcile balance sheet accounts
Prepare closing documentation and support annual audit
Ensure consistency between billing systems and accounting data
Procure-to-Pay
Review and validate supplier invoices through our spend management tool (Spendesk)
Ensure proper accounting treatment of vendor invoices
Prepare and execute supplier payment runs
Maintain accurate accounts payable balances and vendor follow-up
Cash management
Monitor company cash position and short-term liquidity needs
Prepare payment schedules and coordinate with supplier payment runs
Optimize idle cash through short-term placements such as term deposits (DAT)
Contribute to treasury monitoring and cash forecasting
Tax & compliance (20%)
Prepare and review monthly VAT returns (France)
Prepare OSS / MOSS VAT reporting when applicable
Prepare DES declarations for intra-EU services
Monitor international tax topics related to SaaS activity
Prepare annual tax declarations (CVAE, other applicable taxes)
Ensure proper documentation of tax calculations and filings
Coordinate with tax advisors when needed
Finance Operations & Automation (20%)
Identify opportunities to reduce manual accounting work
Improve finance workflows and documentation
Automate recurring finance tasks when possible
Support implementation of new finance tools
Participate in the migration to a modern accounting platform
Explore the use of AI and automation tools to streamline finance operations
Collaborate with Finance, Data and Operations teams to improve finance processes
Help structure finance data for reporting and analysis
Requirements
At Livestorm, we believe that diversity’s got talent! We are committed to building an inclusive company culture in which a diverse mix of talented people will feel proud to join and engage. Our goal is to ensure that every Stormie feels valued and has the opportunity to thrive. Ready to apply? We are ready to meet you! All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Hard skills
Strong accounting fundamentals (French GAAP required)
Experience with monthly closing processes
Advanced Excel or Google Sheets skills
Ability to quickly learn and adopt new finance tools
Fluent in English and French
Soft skills
Curious and solution-oriented mindset
Strong ownership and autonomy
Pragmatic approach to problem solving
Ability to simplify and improve processes
Comfortable working in a fast-evolving environment
Nice to have
Experience in SaaS
Experience with modern finance tools (ERP, billing systems, reporting tools)
Experience with workflow automation tools
Interest in AI and new technologies applied to finance
Why this role is interesting
This role sits at the intersection of accounting, finance operations, and modern finance tooling.
You will not only run accounting processes but also help shape how finance operates as the company scales.
If you enjoy improving systems, exploring new tools, and making finance more efficient, this role offers strong ownership and impact.
Confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job. But we’ll let you in on a secret: there’s no such thing as a ‘perfect’ candidate. So however you identify, and whatever background you bring with you, please apply if this role would excite you to come to work every day.
