Shift is the leading AI platform for insurance. Shift combines generative, agentic, and predictive AI to transform underwriting, claims, and fraud and risk - driving operational efficiency, exceptional customer experiences and measurable business impact. Trusted by the world's leading insurers, Shift delivers AI when and where it matters most, at scale and with proven results.

Our culture is built on innovation, trust, and a drive to transform the insurance industry through our SaaS platform. We come from more than 50 different countries and cultures and together we are creating the future of insurance.

Our Senior Statutory and Tax Accountant will join our Paris-based finance team of eight professionals to own the accounting and tax operations for Shift’s French head entity while supporting our global subsidiaries. Reporting to the Head of Accounting, you will be a key driver in our transformation journey to bring tax and accounting functions in-house. You will rebuild internal processes and controls, collaborating with partners, to refresh how our tools support a scaling international AI company. This role is critical for a professional who balances technical French GAAP expertise with the right mindset to navigate the challenges of a fast-paced, global environment.

What Your Impact Looks Like

At Shift, we value ownership from day one. In this role, you will:

• Jump In & Own It:
• Take full responsibility for the French head entity’s daily accounting, including payroll posting, bank reconciliations, and GL maintenance to keep delivery on track without waiting for direction.
• Manage VAT and corporate tax filings with precision, using both technical expertise and sound judgment to coordinate with external auditors.
• Ensure all statutory filings and intercompany reconciliations reach measurable completion, taking accountability for the final outcome of every audit.
• Simplify the Complex: Streamline month-end and year-end close processes for intercompany accounting to drive accurate French GAAP and IFRS-ready financials and establish appropriate controls.
• Spot the Invisible: Accurately classify and track R&D project costs for CIR submissions (in partnership with a service provider), identifying patterns in spending that impact our long-term tax strategy.
• Solve Without Drama: Address audit queries and technical accounting challenges directly, focusing on clear solutions and professional composure.
• Help Others Grow: Mentor junior accounting staff by sharing lessons learned and providing constructive feedback to build team confidence.
• Test, Learn, Scale: Proactively experiment with new processes or tools to improve delivery speed, sharing your findings broadly to help the finance organization learn faster.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

We are looking for a Shifter who is:

• French Accounting and Regulatory Specialist:
• You hold a DCG/DSCG degree and have 7+ years of progressive experience, ideally within an accounting firm or multinational corporation.
• You possess strong practical knowledge of French GAAP and French tax rules, including VAT and corporate tax compliance.
• You have a demonstrated interest or expertise in accounting for R&D capitalized costs and tax credit regulations.
• Systems Oriented: You have advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems; familiarity with NetSuite or Coupa is a significant plus. You look for ways to automate manual processes to increase efficiency.
• Bilingual: You are a fluent English speaker with an advanced or native command of French, both written and spoken.
• Outcome-Focused: You take accountability for the measurable impact of your work, ensuring all commitments to internal and external teams are met.
• Growth-Minded:
• You are here to help your teammates succeed by sharing your expertise and partnering across functions to deliver unified results.
• You are excited by change and are comfortable adjusting your plans when new insights or shifting priorities arise.
• You thrive in an environment of ongoing learning and self-awareness, treating setbacks as data for future improvement.
  
  

Hiring Process:

• Talent Acquisition
• Hiring Manager
• Global Corporate Controller
• CFO

To support our permanent, full time employees at every stage of their careers and lives, we provide a competitive total rewards and benefits package. Here are the global benefits we’d like to highlight:

• Flexible remote and hybrid working options
• Competitive Salary and a variable component tied to personal and company performance
• Multiple Learning and Development opportunities, including Focus Fridays, a half-day each month to focus on learning and personal growth
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Mental health benefits
• 2 MAD Days per year (Make A Difference Days for paid volunteering)

Additional benefits may be offered by country, based on your eligibility - ask your recruiter for more information. Intern and Apprentice positions may receive some of these benefits - ask your recruiter for more details.

At Shift we strive to be a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from and hire people who will contribute to the diversity of our company, without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or other non-merit criteria.

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