Administrative and Financial Manager

📍 Location: Laboratory headquarters, Cherbourg-en-Cotentin
⏱️ Availability: immediate

INTRODUCTION

Join a passionate team where innovation, science and health are at the heart of our projects!
A pioneer in marine bioactivity since 1978, Laboratoire Dielen combines academic research and industrial expertise to develop natural, effective and differentiating health solutions.

As the company continues to grow and restructure, and as part of a temporary replacement, we are seeking an Administrative and Financial Manager to oversee financial performance, ensure the smooth running of administrative operations, and support senior management in their strategic decision-making.

YOUR MAIN TASKS

Your primary responsibilities include ensuring the reliability of financial data, maintaining the company’s administrative operations, and actively contributing to strategic management.

• Accounting, Taxation & Financial Compliance
• Ensures that accounting records are maintained and that the balance sheet and income statement are reliable
• Oversees accounting practices and ensures the accuracy of financial information
• Ensures compliance with tax obligations and regulatory filings
• Implements internal controls and ensures their effectiveness
• Monitors investments and performs the necessary reconciliations
• Ensure risk coverage through appropriate insurance policies
• Manages and organizes the finance department (team, tools, procedures)

• Management Control & Performance
• Monitors, analyzes, and interprets financial results and key performance indicators
• Manages production costs and analyzes margins by customer
• Supports investment and cost optimization projects
• Contributes to the continuous improvement of economic performance

• Reporting & Strategic Management
• Produces and ensures that monthly reports are submitted on time
• Analyzes financial indicators (cash flow, margins, inventory, etc.) and identifies trends
• Develop budgets and forecasts in collaboration with management and the teams
• Provides management with all key data necessary for steering the company

• Cash Management
• Monitors cash flow on a daily basis
• Optimizes the company's cash flow
• Monitors customer payments and supplier payments

• HR & Payroll Tracking
• Ensures that HR records (administrative, training, etc.) are properly maintained
• Collects and transmits payroll data to the external service provider
• Verifies the compliance and accuracy of salaries
• May provide occasional assistance with HR matters (recruitment, occupational health and safety monitoring, reporting)

• Other tasks
• Key user of the ERP system (SAGE)
• Monitors contracts and assists in preparing for General Meetings
• Contributes to the continuous improvement and innovation of internal practices
• Works closely with all departments
• Provides operational support to management
• Participates in management reviews

YOUR PROFILE

• Education:
• Advanced degree in finance, accounting, management, or a related field (Master’s degree, DSCG, business school, etc.)
• Experience:
• Proven experience as a RAF or in an equivalent position
• Experience in an SME/mid-market environment is preferred
• Strong expertise in accounting, management control, and financial management
• Experience in team management and process design
• Skills and strengths:
• Strong financial analysis and strategic management skills
• Excellent knowledge of accounting and tax standards
• Big-picture view of the company and business acumen
• Diligence, reliability, and organizational skills
• Ability to structure, optimize, and improve processes
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with different departments
• Proficiency in computer software and ERP systems (SAGE)
• Initiative and the ability to come up with new ideas
• Strong sense of confidentiality

WHY DIELEN?

• Join an innovative company with a real impact on health and well-being.
• Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment with passionate teams.
• Contribute to ambitious and innovative projects within a rapidly growing company.