Fixed Assets Team Lead (GL)

The Company

Imerys is the world's leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions for the industry with €3.4 billion in revenue and 12,300 employees in 40 countries in 2025. The Group offers high value-added and functional solutions to a wide range of industries and fast-growing markets such as solutions for the energy transition and sustainable construction, as well as natural solutions for consumer goods. Imerys draws on its understanding of applications, technological knowledge, and expertise in material science to deliver solutions which contribute essential properties to customers' products and their performance. As part of its commitment to responsible development, Imerys promotes environmentally friendly products and processes in addition to supporting its customers in their decarbonization efforts.

Imerys is listed on Euronext Paris (France) with the ticker symbol NK.PA.

The Position

Fixed Assets Team Lead (GL)

Job Summary

Job Purpose

The General Ledger stream operates through four interlinked teams: Treasury & Banking, Netting & Intercompany, General Accounting & Reporting, and Fixed Assets. 

We are looking for a hands-on, high-impact leader to drive the Fixed Assets function within our SSC.

This role goes beyond operations - combining:

technical accounting expertise, process transformation & automation, and people leadership.

You will play a critical role in ensuring balance sheet integrity, driving standardization across entities and leading continuous improvement initiatives

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation package

• Hybrid work model

• A dynamic, multicultural team with opportunities for personal and professional growth

• Access to continuous learning and development programs

• Health insurance and other benefits tailored to your needs

• The chance to work in a global environment, collaborating with colleagues from across Europe and beyond

Your Responsibilities:

• Own the end-to-end month-end close for Fixed Assets across multiple entities

• Oversee the full asset lifecycle (additions, disposals, transfers, impairments)

• Manage monthly depreciation runs and Assets Under Construction (AUC)

• Ensure proper accounting under IFRS (incl. IFRS 16 - leases)

• Lead automation and standardization initiatives within R2R

• Drive process improvements and root cause analysis on recurring issues

• Promote data integrity, efficiency, and scalability across 65+ entities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of 6-8 accountants

• Foster a culture of accountability, ownership, and continuous learning

• Support recruitment, onboarding, and talent development

• Drive performance management and team upskilling

• Partner with local finance teams and SSC stakeholders

• Ensure strong alignment across GL, Intercompany, and Treasury teams

• Monitor and report KPIs to ensure service excellence

Qualifications:

Must have:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting / Finance

• 7+ years experience in Accounting (min. 4 in GL / R2R)

• Strong experience in:

  • Month-end close

  • Balance sheet reconciliations

  • Financial reporting

• Solid knowledge of IFRS & internal controls

• Experience in SSC / multinational environment

• Hands-on experience with SAP

• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, validations, complex formulas)

• Proven people leadership experience

• Strong communication skills (English C1/C2)

• Proactive & solution-oriented

• Control-driven with strong accountability

• Able to anticipate issues and act early

• Comfortable driving change and transformation

Nice to have:

• Master degree in Accounting, Finance, or Auditing

• Professional qualification: ACCA, ACA, CPA, or  CIA

Why Join Imerys?

At Imerys, we believe in fostering a work environment where employees can thrive. By joining our team, you'll have the opportunity to work in a supportive, innovative, and collaborative environment. We are committed to providing our employees with the tools and resources needed to succeed and grow in their careers.

Position Type

Full time

and

Permanent

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IMERYS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws.