Administrative and Financial Manager, Trappes

The position is based in Trappes (78) and reports directly to the President of Eramet Ideas. The Finance and Administration Manager is a member of the Executive Committee (ExCom) and leads a team of 6 people. He/she will play a key role in implementing EID’s strategy and will actively contribute to strategic decisions and governance processes by providing financial expertise. He/she is responsible for financial strategy, management control, reporting, accounting, procurement, and tax compliance at Eramet Ideas. He/she plays a key role in shaping the organization’s strategic direction and in the financial management of R&D projects, in collaboration with the Group’s industrial entities, scientific partners, and institutional stakeholders.

Responsibilities Financial Strategy and Management Control

Develop and manage the overall budget (~€35M CAPEX/OPEX), ensuring alignment between financial forecasts and innovation objectives.

Identify and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the efficiency and productivity of a corporate innovation center, aligned with the company’s strategic goals.

Implement financial management tools adapted to complex technological projects.

Track key performance indicators: productivity, billing rate, return on investment, project margin, cash flow.

Build financial indicators (EBITDA, FCF, hourly rates/transfer pricing, key value drivers, billing rates).

Ensure budget monitoring, closings (J+5), monthly rolling forecasts, and asset management.

Manage cash flow (6–12 months), research tax credit (CIR), and external funding.

Represent Eramet Ideas within Group functions (management control, treasury, taxation, procurement, and IT).

Accounting, Taxation, And Compliance

Supervise general and analytical accounting in coordination with the Group’s shared service centers.

Ensure compliance with French GAAP and IFRS standards.

Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual closings (J+5) and coordinate internal/external audits.

Ensure tax compliance (VAT, CIR, local taxes) and liaise with external auditors.

Implement monthly internal controls.

Support the organization in developing and monitoring action plans to control and mitigate risks.

Procurement And Supplier Management

Define procurement strategy, validate commitments above€3K, and negotiate framework agreements.

Optimize costs through structured procurement levers, aligned with Group policies (e.g., CashControl).

Supervise the integration of procurement processes into the ERP system.

Coordinate buyers and optimize supplier costs.

R&D Tax Credit And Innovation Funding

Oversee the annual R&D tax credit declaration (CIR), working with technical teams and specialized firms.

Identify and secure external funding sources (grants, innovation support, public/private partnerships).

Digitalization And Financial Tools

Contribute to the digital transformation of the finance function.

Develop and automate management tools (BI, ERP).

Improve the quality of closing and reporting processes (Executive Dashboard).

Perform risk analyses and implement control action plans.

Profile

Master’s degree in Finance, Management Control, Accounting, or equivalent (DSCG, Master’s from a Grande École, Audit, etc.).

At least 10 years of professional experience, with a minimum of 5 years in a similar position, ideally within an industrial, technology or R&D environment.

Strong skills in management control, accounting, taxation, IFRS reporting, and understanding of R&D issues.

Languages: Fluent French and professional English required.

Qualities: Leadership, rigor, results-oriented, strategic mindset, and strong cross-functional communication skills.

Our Benefits

An attractive compensation package including a fixed annual salary, performance-based bonus, profit-sharing, and participation.

Access to an employee share ownership program.

A comprehensive savings and retirement plan co-financed by the company.

100% coverage of your Navigo transportation pass.

Up to 2 days of remote work per week (according to current policies).

Health insurance and life/disability coverage.

Access to discounted leisure activities.

Present in five continents and representing over 70 nationalities, Eramet is inherently a diverse group. Convinced that diversity is an asset, we are committed to welcoming all talents—regardless of gender, disability, age, social or cultural background, or sexual orientation. We guarantee all employees personalized support and development opportunities throughout their career paths.

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