Finance Manager

HC

H Company

Accounting & Finance
Paris, France
Posted on Feb 23, 2025

About H: H exists to push the boundaries of superintelligence with agentic AI. By automating complex, multi-step tasks typically performed by humans, AI agents will help unlock full human potential.

H is hiring the world’s best AI talent, seeking those who are dedicated as much to building safely and responsibly as to advancing disruptive agentic capabilities. We promote a mindset of openness, learning and collaboration, where everyone has something to contribute.

Holistic, Humanist, Humble.


About the Team: Join a small, dynamic finance team, in a fast-growing and strategically evolving company. You'll work in a collaborative and energetic environment, taking on diverse responsibilities that combine strategic vision with operational execution. Your role will be critical in structuring financial processes and supporting strategic decisions in a stimulating context.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Financial Analysis and Controlling

    • Prepare and analyze monthly financial reports (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) to identify variances and recommend corrective actions

    • Lead the annual budgeting process and rolling forecasts in collaboration with operational teams

    • Develop dashboards and KPI tracking tools to drive informed decision-making

  • Operational Management

    • Oversee and verify day-to-day expenses and payroll processes in coordination with HR and finance tools

    • Manage client and supplier invoices, ensuring optimal debt collection strategies

    • Negotiate with suppliers to optimize costs and maintain positive relationships

  • Accounting and Administration

    • Contribute to monthly financial closings by accounting for provisions, depreciation, and other journal entries

    • Act as the primary contact for accountants, auditors, and legal advisors

    • Ensure the quality and compliance of accounting data for internal and external audits

  • Treasury and Financing

    • Monitor and optimize cash flow and financial transactions

    • Prepare documentation for financing operations (equity, loans, grants) and manage related processes (data rooms, etc.)

  • Process Improvement

    • Identify and implement initiatives to automate reporting and streamline financial processes

    • Provide innovative solutions to simplify and secure financial operations

Requirements:

  • Experience:

    • At least 4 years of experience, ideally in a startup, SME, or a consulting/audit firm (e.g., Big 4)

  • Technical Skills:

    • Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial tools

    • Solid knowledge of accounting and treasury management

  • Language:

    • Fluent English is mandatory

  • Personal Qualities:

    • Autonomous, detail-oriented, and proactive

    • Analytical mindset with the ability to move seamlessly between strategy and execution

    • Excellent interpersonal skills to work with diverse stakeholders (internal and external)

    • Team player with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments

    • Proactive and results-oriented attitude and a strong level of curiosity

    • Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced start-up environment

Location:

  • H's teams are distributed throughout France, the UK, and the US

  • This role has the potential to be fully remote or hybrid for candidates based in cities where we have an office - currently Paris and London

  • The final decision for this will lie with the hiring manager for each individual role

What We Offer:

  • Join the exciting journey of shaping the future of AI, and be part of the early days of one of the hottest AI startups

  • Collaborate with a fun, dynamic and multicultural team, working alongside world-class AI talent in a highly collaborative environment

  • Enjoy a competitive salary

  • Unlock opportunities for professional growth, continuous learning, and career development

If you want to change the status quo in AI, join us.