Finance Manager CDI H/F - 66

ABOUT CÉMOI

Cémoi is a leading French chocolate
manufacturer, deeply rooted in cocoa sourcing
and processing.
As part of the Baronie Group, Cémoi is fully
vertically integrated, working closely with
cocoa cooperatives and having primary
processing facilities in Côte d'Ivoire.
We produce premium chocolate for our own
brands as well as for a wide range of private
label customers, international retailers, and
brand partners.
With over 1,400 employees in France, we are
driven by a passion for chocolate and a
commitment to quality.WHAT WE OFFER
- A full-time position in an ambitious and
growing international group
- A competitive salary package with benefits
aligned to the market
- A collaborative and supportive work culture
at the heart of the chocolate industry
- Continuous learning and development
opportunities
- And of course... daily access to our finest
chocolate !

THE ROLE
- Delivering insightful financial analysis on topics such as growth potential,
variance drivers, profitability, pricing, and risk, supporting key business
decisions across management, sales, marketing, and operations
- Leading and developing the French finance organization, including the
Accounting, Credit Control, and Business Controlling teams of 20+ FTE and
the coordination of the administrative team at the factories.
- Overseeing accurate and timely general accounting and monthly closings
in accordance with French GAAP and group standards
- Preparing budgets and financial forecasts, including follow-up through
variance analysis and scenario modelling
- Managing cash flow planning, liquidity forecasting, and working capital
optimization
- Ensuring full compliance with all tax obligations (corporate income tax,
VAT, and other indirect taxes), coordinating with external advisors and
auditors
- Collect, process and transmit the relevant information to the HR
department or to the social expert regarding the mandatory information
required by the French law.
- Acting as the key liaison for statutory auditors and other external
stakeholders on financial and tax-related matters
- Strengthening internal controls and ensuring adherence to both local and
group-level policies and procedures
- Driving digital transformation and automation of finance and accounting
processes
- Leading or supporting finance-related projects such as ERP upgrades,
reporting improvements and process redesign
- Ensuring accurate and timely submission of both local statutory and group
reporting
- Collaborating closely with the Group Controlling team to drive consistency
and best practices.

WHAT YOU BRING
A Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
At least 5 years of relevant experience in finance, accounting or
controlling; experience in a production or manufacturing environment is a
strong plus
Strong analytical and administrative skills, combined with excellent
communication abilities
Strong leadership skills
Affinity with IT systems and digital tools
Fluent in French and English, both written and spoken.

INTERESTED ?
Are you a proactive Finance Manager ready to
provide meaningful insights that drive decisionmaking while improving financial processes at a leading chocolate producer? Do you want to BE
part of the sweet world of Cémoi and Baronie?
Send your application letter and CV