French Speaking Junior Financial Controller

The Company

Robert Half is delighted to be partnering with a growing international agricultural development and investment business with headquarters in the City of London and operations across Africa.

The organisation specialises in developing and managing large-scale farming projects in emerging markets, combining agriculture, technology, irrigation, livestock, food processing, and operational expertise to unlock the potential of underutilised land. Beyond driving commercial growth, the business is committed to creating jobs, developing local talent, and supporting sustainable farming practices within the communities it operates.

As the company continues to expand its international footprint, they are seeking a Junior Finance Controller to join their London-based finance team and support the financial management of multiple overseas operations.

The Role

Reporting to senior finance leadership, the Junior Finance Controller will play a key role in supporting the financial reporting and control of several international entities.

Key responsibilities include:

• Reviewing and analysing General Ledger transactions across several African entities, ensuring financial records are accurate, complete, and compliant.
• Acting as a key point of contact for local finance teams, providing support and guidance on accounting, reporting, and financial control matters.
• Preparing and reviewing reconciliations, investigating discrepancies, and ensuring issues are resolved in a timely manner.
• Supporting the production of monthly financial information and management reports for senior stakeholders.
• Monitoring financial performance and identifying risks, variances, and areas for improvement across international operations.
• Assisting with the implementation and maintenance of robust financial controls, processes, and governance frameworks.
• Collaborating with operational teams and senior management to improve financial transparency and support decision-making.
• Supporting external audits and ensuring compliance with group reporting requirements.
• Undertaking regular international travel to visit overseas operations, build relationships with local teams, and gain a detailed understanding of on-the-ground business activities.

This role offers a unique opportunity to combine strong technical finance experience with international exposure in a business making a tangible impact through agricultural development and investment.

Your Profile

The successful candidate will be:

• Part-qualified or studying towards ACCA, ACA, or CIMA.
• Experienced within a finance, accounting, reporting, or management accounting environment.
• Technically strong with a solid understanding of accounting principles and financial controls.
• Highly analytical with excellent attention to detail.
• Comfortable working with large volumes of financial data.
• A confident communicator capable of building relationships with both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
• Proactive, organised, and eager to develop within a growing international business.
• Willing and able to undertake international travel as part of the role.

Salary and Benefits

• £48,000 - £55,000 depending on experience
• International travel opportunities
• Daily lunch allowance
• Modern offices in the City of London
• Exposure to overseas operations and senior leadership
• Excellent long-term career progression opportunities

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