Junior Financial Controller - Apprenticeship

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Massy, Essonne, Île-de-France, FRA
In-Office
Junior
Information Technology • Software
The Role
Support the Group FP&A team in producing monthly, quarterly, and annual management reports and forecasts, assist month-end closings (accruals, provisions), conduct ad-hoc financial and KPI analyses, prepare presentations for senior committees, and help structure and improve FP&A tools and data files while collaborating with global accounting and business controller teams.
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Viridien (www.viridiengroup.com) is an advanced technology, digital and Earth data company that pushes the boundaries of science for a more prosperous and sustainable future. With our ingenuity, drive and deep curiosity we discover new insights, innovations, and solutions that efficiently and responsibly resolve complex natural resource, digital, energy transition and infrastructure challenges.

Job Summary

Are you pursuing a career in corporate finance, and looking for an internship that helps you develop your analytical thinking and problem-solving skills?

Join a dynamic, international group listed on the Paris Stock Exchange with over a billion dollars in annual revenue. This is your opportunity to thrive in a fast-paced environment where financial insights drive strategic decisions.

We are seeking a motivated individual to join our Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) team.

Working directly with the Group Head of FP&A and senior analysts in the team, and with global finance and accounting teams across different regions (Europe, Americas, Asia), you will actively contribute producing high-quality financial analysis and reporting that supports executive decision-making.

About the Team

Viridien is a listed group with a footprint in every continent, mainly Europe, North America, and Asia, and generates $1 billion in revenue.

In this role, you will join the FP&A (Financial Planning & Analysis) team based in Massy (91), whose primary objective is to provide the General Management and the Board with financial statements reflecting business and management perspectives.

Your main contacts will be accounting teams, business controllers, and support staff (HR, Legal, Communications, etc), whether they are based in France or abroad (USA, UK, APAC).

Key Responsibilities

  • Participate in producing management reports for monthly, quarterly and annual closings, on historical performance and forward-looking financials (forecasts and update) mainly for Corporate and Group Function scope,

  • Participate in monthly financial closings with defining accruals, provisions and analytical entries.

  • Support the FP&A team in conducting ad-hoc analyses (costs, KPIs, variances, etc.) as needed by management or for ongoing projects.

  • Prepare presentations for quarterly, yearly performance review and forecast updates for strategic committees (Board committee, Investment co...),

  • Contribute to improving and structuring the team's tool files, particularly by formatting and organizing data to facilitate future analyses.

Qualifications

Required :

  • Master’s degree in Finance / Accounting

  • Solid fundamentals in finance and accounting.

  • Structured and rigorous thinking, attention to detail. You are known for your analytical and summarization skills.

  • Good verbal and written communication in English and French.

  • Curious, open-minded and proactive.

  • Excellent time management skills and respect deadlines. You enjoy working in a team.

  • You are proficient in the basic functions of Microsoft Office (Excel and PowerPoint).

  • You have an interest in Information Systems (ERP/Hyperion).

Preferred :

  • Previous internship experience in accounting / controlling is a plus

  • Apprenticeship contract for 2 years

Benefits

  • Compensation depends on your apprenticeship/internship contract.

  • Employee savings plans available (PEE – PERCOL).

  • Access to the company cafeteria at a subsidized rate.

  • Reimbursement of 50% of public transportation costs in Île‑de‑France (Navigo pass).

  • Access to company committee benefits (CSE advantages).

  • Health insurance, public transport partly covered, home-office available

Additional Information

  • Starting date : From September 2026

Our Hiring Process

At Viridien, we are committed to delivering a respectful, inclusive, and transparent recruitment experience.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may not be able to provide individual feedback to every applicant. Only candidates whose qualifications closely match the role criteria will be contacted for an interview. We do, however, aim to share personalized feedback with those who progress to the first round of interviews and beyond.

We are also dedicated to ensuring that our hiring process accessible to all. If you require any reasonable adjustments to fully participate in the application or interview stages, please don’t hesitate to contact your recruiter directly.

We see things differently. Diversity fuels our innovation, we value the unique ways in which we differ, and we are committed to equal employment opportunities for all professionals.

Skills Required

  • Master's degree in Finance or Accounting
  • Solid fundamentals in finance and accounting
  • Structured, rigorous thinking with strong attention to detail
  • Good verbal and written communication in English and French
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Interest in Information Systems (ERP/Hyperion)
  • Excellent time management and ability to meet deadlines; team player
  • Previous internship experience in accounting or controlling
  • Apprenticeship contract availability for two years
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The Company
HQ: Massy
637 Employees
Year Founded: 1931

What We Do

Viridien is an advanced technology, digital and Earth data company that pushes the boundaries of science for a more prosperous and sustainable future. With our ingenuity, drive and deep curiosity we discover new insights, innovations, and solutions that efficiently and responsibly resolve complex natural resource, digital, energy transition and infrastructure challenges. Building on our achievements and track record of innovation, Viridien continues to serve its clients in the energy industry with a unique portfolio of solutions across its core businesses of Geoscience, Earth Data and Sensing & Monitoring. As it accelerates its growth as an advanced technology company, Viridien has new offerings in the Low-Carbon markets of Minerals & Mining and Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS), and markets beyond energy in High-Performance Computing (HPC) and Infrastructure Monitoring.

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