Finance Apprentice - Assistant, Contrôle de Gestion
About the job
- A validated or currently pursued Bac+2 level is required.
- The candidate must be preparing a Bachelor 3 in Management, Finance, Accounting, or an equivalent field.
- The candidate should have an interest in financial management and data analysis.
- The candidate must be proficient with office tools, particularly Excel.
- The candidate must have basic knowledge of accounting and management.
- The candidate must be able to work with numerical data.
- The candidate must use financial management software and other information-management tools effectively.
- The candidate must be able to understand and apply procedures.
- The candidate must demonstrate organization, method, analytical ability, reliability, discretion when handling sensitive data, and teamwork.
- Participate in monitoring routine accounting operations, including invoicing, data entry, and reconciliations.
- Contribute to cash-flow monitoring and update dashboards.
- Assist with monthly closing preparation and financial data controls.
- Monitor customer and supplier payments.
- Support reminder management and handle simple disputes.
- Participate in budget variance analysis and reporting.
- Update financial performance indicators.
- Contribute to improving monitoring tools and internal procedures.
- Classify and archive financial documents.
- Collaborate with internal accounting, management-control, and administrative teams.
About the company
Galileo Global Education operates an international higher-education group that offers programs in applied arts, design, communication, and management through a network of 54 schools across 91 campuses in 13 countries. Students enroll at partner schools and campuses where practical, career-oriented curricula, hands-on training, internships, and industry connections help prepare them for the workforce; tuition and related services fund these programs. The company differentiates itself with a broad international footprint and a portfolio of branded, prestigious institutions that deliver consistent curricula and documented job placement outcomes across multiple countries. Its goal is to provide accessible, career-focused higher education across creative and management fields by leveraging its international network to offer recognized credentials and strong post-graduation employment prospects.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
Acquired
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Paris, France
Founded
2007
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Fiscal 2025 revenue rose 12% to €1.42 billion, with EBITDA reaching €350 million.
- S&P expects fiscal 2026 EBITDA near €400 million, driven by international schools and efficiencies.
- June 2026 campus openings in Paris and Dakar strengthen student experience and recruiting momentum.
What critics are saying
- S&P flagged French enrollment weakness, apprenticeship reform pressure, and EM Lyon admission tightening in 2025.
- 2025 investigation alleged student overcharging, staff burnout, and profit pressure across Galileo schools.
- Dependence on tuition and France exposes Galileo to existential enrollment shocks if reputation erodes.
What makes Galileo Global Education unique
- Galileo owns 54 schools across 91 campuses, spanning 13 countries and multiple disciplines.
- Paris campus expansion and Bercy headquarters consolidation signal operational scale and brand reinforcement.
- AKAD acquisition and international schools diversify revenue beyond France’s weaker higher-education market.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Meal Benefits
- Commuter Benefits