Job description
Shift is the leading AI platform for insurance. Shift combines generative, agentic, and predictive AI to transform underwriting, claims, and fraud and risk - driving operational efficiency, exceptional customer experiences and measurable business impact. Trusted by the world’s leading insurers, Shift delivers AI when and where it matters most, at scale and with proven results.
Our culture is built on innovation, trust, and a drive to transform the insurance industry through our SaaS platform. We come from more than 50 different countries and cultures and together we are creating the future of insurance.
We are looking for a hands-on Senior Accountant to manage accounting and tax operations for our French head entity and support international subsidiaries. The role focuses on FR GAAP statutory reporting, IFRS reporting inputs, VAT and corporate tax compliance, R&D cost accounting and reporting, and improving accounting tools and processes. You will report to the Head of Accounting (Paris) and join a team of about 8 people located in France and North America. Due to the collaborative nature of this position, we expect this position to be in the office a few days a week.
What You’ll Do
- Lead daily accounting activities for the French head entity: account receivables/payables, payroll posting, bank reconciliations and GL maintenance.
- Own month‑end, quarter‑end and year‑end close for France; deliver accurate financials and reconciliations within agreed deadlines.
- Prepare statutory French GAAP financial statements and provide reconciliations/ working papers for IFRS consolidation.
- Manage VAT, other indirect taxes and corporate tax filings; coordinate with external tax advisors and auditors.
- Account for R&D project costs: classify capitalizable vs. expensed items, maintain project tracking, and contribute to documentation for CIR submissions.
- Support intercompany accounting and transfer pricing implementation where applicable.
- Recommend and help implement process and system improvements.
- Ensure audit-ready documentation and respond to audit queries.
- Mentor junior accounting staff.
What You Bring
Must have
- Accounting degree (DCG/DSCG or equivalent) and 7+ years progressive accounting experience, ideally in an accounting firm and/or a multinational corporation.
- Strong practical knowledge of French GAAP and French tax rules (VAT, corporate tax)
- ERP experience and advanced Excel skills (NetSuite and/or Coupa experience is a plus).
- Interest or demonstrated expertise in accounting for R&D capitalized costs and applying R&D tax credit regulations.
- Fluent French and English (written & spoken).
Nice to have
- Hands-on R&D/CIR experience.
- Practical IFRS/consolidation experience.
- Experience with transfer pricing/intercompany accounting.
- Experience with reporting/BI tools or ERP admin tasks.
Hiring Process:
- Talent Acquisition
- Hiring Manager
- Global Corporate Controller
- CFO
To support our permanent, full time employees at every stage of their careers and lives, we provide a competitive total rewards and benefits package. Here are the global benefits we’d like to highlight:
- Flexible remote and hybrid working options
- Competitive Salary and a variable component tied to personal and company performance
- Company equity
- Multiple Learning and Development opportunities, including Focus Fridays, a half-day each month to focus on learning and personal growth
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
- Mental health benefits
- 2 MAD Days per year (Make A Difference Days for paid volunteering)
Additional benefits may be offered by country - ask your recruiter for more information. Intern and Apprentice position are eligible for some of these benefits - ask your recruiter for more details.
At Shift we strive to be a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from and hire people who will contribute to the diversity of our company, without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or other non-merit criteria.
Shift Technology is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our application and employment process. Should you require accommodation, please email [email protected] and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.
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