Accounting Manager

Quandela is a European scale up that provides photonic quantum computers that are modular, scalable, energy-efficient and accessible both on the cloud and on premise.

Our team of 140 employees specialises in the development of both software and hardware solutions for a variety of quantum applications. We offer a wide range of services, from developing the most efficient and brightest single photons sources, to creating algorithms for quantum computers and providing cloud quantum computing solutions.

Quandela plays a pivotal role as a strategic partner in the quantum transformation of industrial sectors such as energy, finance, pharmaceuticals, and transportation. Furthermore, we are esteemed collaborators within the academic and research community.

• Following a successful €50 million fundraising in 2023, we are now scaling up our commercial ventures alongside our ongoing research endeavors.
• Quandela has been chosen to participate in the French Tech 2030 program, which aims to bolster French companies pioneering groundbreaking innovations.

Reporting to the CFO, your main tasks will be:

1. Accounting supervision in conjunction with the accounting firm:
   1. Supervising and coordinating all the accounting operations of the Group's entities, including general and auxiliary accounting.
   2. Ensure that the accounts are properly kept.
   3. Guarantee the reliability and accuracy of accounting and financial information.
2. Quarterly and annual closings in conjunction with the accounting firm and Financial Control:
   1. Managing the quarterly and annual closings within the required deadlines.
   2. Preparing and supervising accounting closing work: closing entries, provisions, adjustments, etc.
   3. Working with the external auditors on audit and review assignments.
3. Internalisation project:
   1. Carrying out the accounting internalisation project, including the introduction of new tools and processes.
   2. Train and support internal teams in the new accounting processes and tools.
4. Process optimisation:
   1. Streamline and optimise accounting processes to ensure efficiency and compliance.
   2. Implementing robust accounting and financial procedures.
   3. Automating and digitising accounting processes with a view to continuous improvement.
5. Team management:
   1. Supervising and supporting an accounting assistant in her daily tasks.
   2. Ensuring the development of skills and the growth of the accounting team.
6. Cash management:
   1. Supervises the day-to-day management of cash and cash flows.
   2. Monitoring cash flow forecasts in conjunction with the Financial Controller.
   3. Ensure that relations with banking partners are properly managed.
7. Compliance and taxation in conjunction with the accountancy firm:
   1. Ensuring that accounting practices comply with current standards and tax regulations.
   2. Supervising the preparation and filing of tax and social security returns.
   3. Continuously monitor regulatory developments and update accounting practices accordingly.

Requirements:

1. University degree (master 2) in accounting, finance or a related field.
2. At least 10 years' professional experience in an accounting firm and/or company, preferably in a deeptech or technology sector.
3. Mastery of local and international accounting principles and tax standards.
4. Proven experience in managing teams and supervising accounting operations.
5. Advanced skills in accounting software and financial management tools.
6. Strong analytical skills and ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
7. Ability to work in a dynamic environment and adapt quickly to change.
8. Very good level of English to work in an international environment (2 subsidiaries abroad).

Benefits:

1. A diverse, dynamic, challenging, international team and environment.
2. All means necessary to carry out high-impact projects.
3. Part-time work-from-home (1 day per week).
4. Employee profit-sharing scheme.
5. Private healthcare scheme.