Head of Accounting

About the role

The Head of Accounting is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of accounting records and financial reporting across the PUR Group. The role oversees day-to-day accounting operations, coordinates monthly and annual closings, manages statutory and tax compliance, and serves as the primary accounting counterpart for regional finance managers. You will lead a team of two accounting professionals and contribute to the continuous improvement of accounting processes, internal controls, and reporting systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes for Group entities.
• Act as the primary accounting liaison with Regional Accounting and Finance Managers in Latin America, Africa and Asia.
• Coordinate preparation of annual statutory financial statements and manage relationships with external auditors and tax advisors.
• Support the preparation of consolidated financial information for management and shareholders.
• Maintain robust accounting controls and identify opportunities to automate and streamline accounting activities.
• Monitor cash accounting and treasury-related transactions.
• Lead, coach, and develop two accounting team members.

Required skills

• French GAAP
• International accounting standards
• Consolidation
• Intercompany accounting
• Multi-currency environments
• ERP
• Excel
• Leadership
• Stakeholder management

Nice to have

• NetSuite
• Audit firm experience

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Certifications

• DEC
• CPA
• ACCA

About the Company

PUR is a global B Corp helping companies act for climate, nature and people through nature-based projects. Since 2008, the company has worked with leading organizations to restore ecosystems, support farmers and communities, and build more resilient supply chains across more than 30 countries.