International Controller - W/M

About Pasqal

PASQAL designs and develops Quantum Processing Units (QPUs) and associated software tools.
Our innovative technology enables us to address use cases that are currently beyond the reach of the most powerful supercomputers; these cases can concern industrial application challenges as well as fundamental science needs.
In addition to the exceptional computing power they provide QPUs are highly energy efficient and will contribute to a significant reduction in the carbon footprint of the HPC industry.

Background

Pasqal has distinguished itself as one of the most advanced and fastest-growing quantum computing companies. To capitalise on this momentum Pasqal is entering a critical scale-up phase. The business is broadening its international footprint industrialising its hardware production processes and preparing for more complex organisational and commercial demands. Against this backdrop financial discipline structured governance and scalable processes will be essential - both to support Pasqals operational growth and to position the company for future strategic scenarios.

The appointment of a International Controller is central to this evolution. Reporting directly to our Vice-President of Finance the role will provide hands-on leadership of Pasqals international financial operations support strategic decision-making and ensure that the companys growth is underpinned by robust financial infrastructure.

Opportunity

With marquee customers ranging from Saudi Aramco to leading European research consortia Pasqal is transitioning from world-class R&D to commercial scale-up. In this pivotal context building an elite internationally credible Finance organisation is no longer a nice-to-have it is a fundamental enabler of Pasqals long-term success.

The International Controller will play a critical role at this inflection point. They will lead the international arm of the operational finance organisation ensuring international subsidiaries reach the level of rigorous financial management expected from a company of the size and complexity of Pasqal. In particular the International Controller will ensure subsidiaries report in time their financial statements (monthly quarterly yearly) that they adhere to group accounting policies consolidation rules internal control procedures that their local taxes are filed in a timely manner and that they deploy Finance-related systems in accordance with Group guidance.

Finally the International Controller will be responsible for international treasury operations (forex exposure working capital and international trade financing). With so much of Pasqals activity split between its HQ in France and local subsidiaries a high-level of interaction with other financial and non-financial HQ-based functions such as FP&A Sales Administration Legal Affairs Global Grant Management is expected.

Responsibilities

Reporting & Consolidation

• Lead the monthly quarterly and annual financial close process ensuring timely and accurate consolidated reporting across all business units and geographies

• Ensure compliance with local GAAP and statutory accounting requirements for international entities either through locally-employed Controllers or accounting firms

• Manage the preparation of internal and external financial statements and deliverables.

• Monitor and reconcile intercompany transactions ensuring proper transfer pricing and eliminations

• Maintain and enhance internal controls accounting policies and financial procedures across all entities

• Lead audit readiness efforts and work with external auditors and tax advisors

• Ensure controls and appropriate governance frameworks are in place and consistently applied

• Collaborate with local teams and external service providers to manage statutory audits tax filings and regulatory reporting

• In collaboration with the Groups FP&A team participate in the annual budgeting process for the groups subsidiaries

• Participate in ad hoc reporting requests including in the case of Grant financing

• Oversee timely and accurate customer invoicing collections credit evaluations and cash application processes

• Ensure vendor payments are processed in accordance with terms with proper coding approvals and internal controls

• Collaborate with sales operations and procurement teams to resolve billing or payment issues and streamline processes

• Manage the subsidiaries cash positions and their needs in foreign currencies (reconciliation account balancing liquidity management)

• Monitor the Groups foreign currency positions and financings

• Participate in commercial phases processing bid guarantees and producing financial summary notes on new projects

• Drive continuous improvement in financial operations reporting efficiency and use of ERP and financial systems

• Lead or support finance-related system enhancements and automation initiatives

• Promote standardization and best practices across domestic and international accounting functions

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance

• 10 years of progressive accounting and leadership experience including multinational operations preferably in a hardware-centric or industrial environment

• Deep knowledge of IFRS familiarity with international tax regulations a plus

• Proven ability to manage foreign legal entities and cross-border compliance

• Strong Excel and financial systems skills

• Excellent communication problem-solving and leadership abilities

What we offer

• Offices in Palaiseau and in Paris
• A flexible rhythm of remote work (2 days per week)
• Type of contract : CDI
• A dynamic and close-knit international team
• A key role in a growing start-up

Recruitment process

• An interview with our Talent Acquisition Specialist of 30.
• An interview with our CFO
• A meeting with the team and the VP of HR
• An offer!

PASQAL is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace as inclusion and diversity are essential to achieving our mission. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender ethnicity age religion or sexual orientation.