Comptable (Accountant) at Sysco France - Paris: Your Talent, Our Best Ingredient

Are you a skilled and detail-oriented accountant looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where you can contribute to process improvement and make a real impact? If so, Sysco France is looking for you! As the global leader in foodservice distribution, Sysco offers a wide range of career opportunities for passionate and talented individuals. This Comptable (Accountant) position in Paris is a fantastic chance to join our finance team and play a vital role in our continued success.

Role Overview

As a Comptable in the Accounts Payable department, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of suppliers, processing invoices, resolving discrepancies, and ensuring timely payments. You will also contribute to the continuous improvement of our processes and tools, helping us to optimize our invoice acquisition and accounting procedures. This role is critical to maintaining strong relationships with our suppliers and ensuring the accuracy of our financial records.

A Day in the Life

Here’s what a typical day might look like for you:

• Morning: You'll start by reviewing your assigned supplier portfolio and prioritizing tasks based on payment deadlines and outstanding issues. You'll process incoming invoices, ensuring they are properly coded and matched with purchase orders and receipts.
• Mid-day: You'll investigate and resolve any invoice discrepancies, working with internal teams (e.g., purchasing, receiving) and suppliers to find solutions. You might also be involved in identifying opportunities to improve the automatic invoice acquisition rate by working with suppliers on data quality and process improvements.
• Afternoon: You'll analyze balance sheet indicators, such as aged payables and debit balances, to identify potential risks and ensure accurate financial reporting. You'll also dedicate time to administrative tasks, such as processing mail and maintaining the supplier database.
• Throughout the Day: You'll communicate with suppliers and internal stakeholders, providing updates on invoice status, resolving inquiries, and building strong working relationships.

Why Paris?

Paris, the City of Lights, is a global hub for business, culture, and innovation. Working at Sysco France in Paris offers the opportunity to be part of a diverse and dynamic team in a vibrant city. You'll have access to world-class amenities, cultural attractions, and a thriving food scene. Paris is also a strategic location for Sysco, providing access to a wide network of suppliers and customers across Europe.

Career Path

This Comptable position is an excellent starting point for a career in finance at Sysco. With experience and demonstrated success, you can advance to roles with increasing responsibility, such as Senior Accountant, Accounts Payable Supervisor, or even roles in other areas of finance, such as General Accounting or Financial Analysis. Sysco is committed to providing opportunities for employee growth and development.

Salary and Benefits

While the exact salary will depend on your experience and qualifications, we offer a competitive salary and benefits package that includes:

• A competitive fixed salary commensurate with your experience and skills.
• Technician status.
• RTT (Reduced Working Time) – providing additional days off.
• Telecommuting options (2 days per week) to promote work-life balance.
• Restaurant tickets or access to a company cafeteria (RIE).
• Preferential rates on Sysco products.
• Comprehensive health insurance and provident fund.
• Profit-sharing opportunities.

Sysco Culture

At Sysco, we are passionate about food and service. We believe in connecting the world by distributing food products and taking care of each other. Our core values include:

• Integrity: We act with honesty and integrity in all that we do.
• Excellence: We strive for excellence in everything we do.
• Teamwork: We work together as a team to achieve our goals.
• Inclusion: We embrace diversity and create an inclusive environment for all.
• Responsibility: We take responsibility for our actions and decisions.

We foster a collaborative and supportive work environment where employees are encouraged to learn, grow, and contribute their best. We are also committed to diversity and inclusion, recognizing that our differences make us stronger.

How to Apply

If you are a motivated and detail-oriented accountant with a passion for excellence, we encourage you to apply for this Comptable position in Paris. Simply click on the "Apply Now" button to submit your application. We look forward to hearing from you!

FAQ

1. What are the key responsibilities of this role? The key responsibilities include managing a portfolio of suppliers, processing invoices, resolving discrepancies, and contributing to process improvement.
2. What qualifications are required for this position? The minimum qualifications include a Bac+2 in Accounting and 2+ years of experience in a similar role.
3. Is experience with SAP required? Experience with SAP is preferred but not required. Experience with other ERP systems is also valuable.
4. What is the work environment like at Sysco France? Sysco France offers a dynamic, stimulating, and collaborative work environment.
5. What are the opportunities for professional development? Sysco is committed to providing opportunities for employee growth and development through training programs and internal career advancement.
6. Does Sysco France promote diversity and inclusion? Yes, Sysco France is committed to diversity and inclusion and fosters an inclusive environment for all employees.
7. What is the telecommuting policy? This position offers the possibility to telecommute 2 days per week.
8. What kind of support is available for employees? Sysco provides a supportive and collaborative team environment and an employee assistance program.
9. How does Sysco contribute to the local community? Sysco has a partnership with Aktisea to promote the hiring of people with disabilities and supports various community initiatives.
10. What are the next steps after applying? After submitting your application, our recruitment team will review your profile and contact you if you are selected for an interview.