Financial Controller Senior Manager

Led by Rodolphe Saadé, the CMA CGM Group, a global leader in shipping and logistics, serves more than 420 ports around the world on five continents. With its subsidiary CEVA Logistics, a world leader in logistics, and its air freight division CMA CGM AIR CARGO, the CMA CGM Group is continually innovating to offer its customers a complete and increasingly efficient range of new shipping, land, air and logistics solutions.

Committed to the energy transition in shipping, and a pioneer in the use of alternative fuels, the CMA CGM Group has set a target to become Net Zero Carbon by 2050.
Through the CMA CGM Foundation, the Group acts in humanitarian crises that require an emergency response by mobilizing the Group’s shipping and logistics expertise to bring humanitarian supplies around the world.

Present in 160 countries through its network of more than 400 offices and 750 warehouses, the Group employs more than 155,000 people worldwide, including 4,000 in Marseilles where its head office is located.

YOUR ROLE

Within the Group Finance management (HO FCD), you ensure the reliability, compliance, and consistency of financial information produced by the Group’s Shipping agencies and subsidiaries (300+ entities). You contribute to the Group’s financial strategy by strengthening financial control within subsidiaries, ensuring compliance with statutory and internal standards, and optimizing processes.

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?

• Financial Reporting and Month-End Close:
  • Supervise statutory closing and consolidated reporting across the network, ensuring deadlines are met.
  • Ensure control of monthly financial statements intended for Group consolidation and statutory financial reporting.
  • Implement corrective actions to guarantee the accuracy and quality of financial statements.
  • Analyze and correct intercompany discrepancies and reporting inconsistencies.

• Support to Regions and Local Entities:
  • Coordinate financial control within regional offices and ensure process consistency.
  • Train and support financial correspondents in subsidiaries and regional offices.
  • Conduct on-site missions for internal control reviews or financial management assistance (travel to subsidiaries required).

• Financial Analysis and Optimization:
  • Lead analytical reviews to identify performance drivers and analyze variances.
  • Monitor Forex balances and ensure the application of appropriate accounting schemes.
  • Supervise necessary accounting adjustments.

• Internal Control and Compliance:
  • Strengthen the internal control framework (periodic testing, risk mapping, Sapin 2/OFAC compliance).
  • Participate in the efficient implementation of Group financial processes and procedures in subsidiaries.
  • Manage statutory audits (auditor appointment, report monitoring, fee negotiation).
  • Ensure financial and regulatory compliance for entities outside the regional scope (120+ entities).

• Intra-Group Financing and Treasury:
  • Optimize internal financing for entities (needs analysis, financial structuring).
  • Monitor cash levels and organize fund repatriation (dividends, cash pooling).
  • Collaborate with Treasury, Legal, and Tax departments on strategic projects.

• Cross-Functional Coordination and Projects:
  • Coordinate exchanges between stakeholders (Subsidiaries, Regional offices, Head Office) and departments to ensure smooth project execution.
  • Facilitate the implementation of cross-functional initiatives by acting as an interface between teams.
  • Participate in continuous improvement projects (e.g., Unified Reporting, Fast Close, Finance ERP).
  • Provide expert support on complex issues.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• Master's degree (or equivalent) in Finance; a Chartered Accountant / CPA qualification would be highly valued. Minimum 10 years of experience, ideally gained first within an audit firm and subsequently within an international group.
• Proven experience in a similar role within a large international organization, such as a CAC 40 or SBF 120 company. Prior experience with a Big Four audit firm would be a strong advantage.
• Strong leadership and management capabilities, with the ability to lead teams across multiple organizations and geographical regions.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to translate complex technical matters into clear and understandable concepts. Creative problem-solving abilities and a proven capacity to inspire teams to implement innovative solutions.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships across all finance functions. Experience operating within a matrix organization and collaborating with key stakeholders at various levels.
• Deep understanding of accounting principles (GAAP) and the ability to apply these principles to both new and existing transactions. Demonstrated ability to document, support, and defend accounting conclusions in a clear and robust manner.

Come along on CMA CGM’s adventure !