CASE STUDY
Overview of a Transition Management mission led by one of our Interim Managers:
Position: Interim Manager – Accounting Director – Industrial Sector
Context and Mission: Securing financial statements and improving accounting processes
In the context of a major accounting transformation and a recent SAP migration, this mission aimed to secure the reliability of financial reporting, strengthen collaboration with the offshore Shared Service Center (SSC), and support the structuring of accounting and financial processes within the French subsidiary of a global group.
Challenges & Actions:
- Led and coordinated a team of 18, ensuring efficient oversight of accounting and tax operations
- Secured the accuracy of financial data through strengthened internal controls and compliance with IFRS and French tax regulations
- Improved communication and transactional workflows with the offshore SSC to ensure smoother collaboration
- Supported the continuous improvement of accounting and financial processes, identifying key areas for optimization and implementing best practices
- Managed the finance department’s transformation, helping teams adopt new tools and working methods
- Oversaw the transition to SAP, ensuring a smooth migration and strong adoption across teams
Results:
- Financial statements and reporting secured and made more reliable
- Enhanced coordination and efficiency in collaboration with the offshore SSC
- Streamlined accounting and tax processes
- Improved team capabilities and strengthened process ownership
Profile of our MANAGERIM Interim Manager:
- Solid experience in accounting leadership within large corporate environments, with expertise in IFRS and French taxation
- Proficient in SAP and experienced in international accounting environments
- Strong leadership and proven ability to manage change
- Fluent in English to coordinate effectively with SSC and Group headquarters
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