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Salomon

Creates premium mountain footwear and gear

Finance Manager

Corporate Finance & FP&AConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeAnnecy, FranceNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field is required.
  • English proficiency at C1 level or above is required.
  • Five to ten years of experience in Finance, Controlling, Accounting, or Audit, including responsibility for multiple legal entities, is required.
  • Proven people management experience is required.
  • Strong experience working within an international, multi-country, and matrix organization is required.
  • Strong command of financial controlling, reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processes is required.
  • In-depth knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and local generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) requirements is required.
  • A good understanding of tax compliance, transfer pricing, and legal entity governance is required.
  • Advanced knowledge of SAP and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems is required.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, is required.
  • Strong leadership and stakeholder management capabilities are required.
  • Ability to operate effectively in a multicultural and international environment is required.
  • Autonomous, analytical, and solution-oriented working style is required.
  • Willingness to travel regularly across Europe, approximately one week per month, is required.

Responsibilities

  • Take full ownership of the financial management, governance, and compliance of several legal entities across Europe.
  • Review, control, and approve monthly Profit and Loss and Balance Sheet reporting for the entities under scope through dedicated reporting tools.
  • Coordinate preparation of statutory financial statements in accordance with IFRS, local GAAP requirements, and Group reporting standards.
  • Ensure consistent application of Group accounting policies and financial governance across all legal entities.
  • Analyze financial performance, identify risks and opportunities, and provide actionable recommendations to local and global management.
  • Monitor actual results versus plan and drive corrective actions when required.
  • Support the budget and planning process for financial controlling, including tax and cash.
  • Ensure compliance with local tax regulations, transfer pricing documentation requirements, statutory reporting obligations, and Group policies across all countries within scope.
  • Coordinate external advisors and local stakeholders to ensure adherence to evolving legislative and regulatory requirements.
  • Support and coordinate internal and external audits, including tax audits, statutory reviews, and SOX compliance.
  • Act as the key finance business partner for local management teams and regional leadership across multiple European countries.
  • Lead, coach, and develop local finance resources while ensuring effective collaboration with the Financial Shared Service Center.
  • Coordinate cross-border finance initiatives and promote best practices in the area of responsibility.
  • Participate in and lead finance transformation projects aimed at improving accounting, reporting, compliance, and operational efficiency.
  • Drive harmonization and continuous improvement of finance processes across the area of responsibility.
  • Manage ad hoc projects related to accounting, taxation, reporting, and legal entity optimization.

Desired Qualifications

  • Previous exposure to European statutory, tax, and compliance environments is highly desirable.

About the Company

Salomon

Creates premium mountain footwear and gear

Salomon makes footwear, apparel, and winter sports equipment for mountain sports as a premium lifestyle brand rooted in the French Alps. Its products combine high-quality materials and performance design to help people move in snow, on trails, and in outdoor adventures. What sets Salomon apart is its close collaboration between designers, engineers, and athletes at its Annecy Design Center, using real athlete feedback to shape the future of sports and culture rather than just following trends. The company’s goal is to shape the future of mountain sports and outdoor culture by delivering reliable, high-performance gear and creating a lifestyle around the mountains.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Acquired
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Épagny Metz-Tessy, France
Founded
1947

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