Jean-paul Mariton

Interim mission within Saint-Gobain Services Finance, covering the scope of Saint-Gobain Glass France (Revenue: €400M, Headcount: 803), as part of the ERP migration to SAP S4/Hana, carried out in collaboration with the consulting firm Comptalents. Key achievements: • General accounting and taxation (VAT, CIT, CET, etc.), fixed assets, provisions, group reporting, and monthly closings under IFRS standards at D+4, ensuring speed and compliance. • Streamlined accounting processes using SAP and advanced Excel (Power Query, VBA macros, Power Pivot), enhanced with AI-driven procedures. • Implemented automated data analysis workflows to detect anomalies, leading to a 40% reduction in posting errors. • Accelerated monthly closing process with a 30% time saving compared to previous cycles. • Strengthened group and intercompany reporting, achieving a 25% improvement in reliability and timeliness of IFRS statements. • Active collaboration in an international environment, working closely with consolidation and controlling teams.

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As a General Retail Accountant / Data Analyst introduced by Walters People, I managed a €21M scope (part of Les Boutiques Longchamp's €100M turnover), including Department Store Concessions, Wholesale, several boutiques, and the Web. 1. General Accounting: Allocated supplier invoices analytically (VAT rules, intra-community VAT); controlled interfaces; reconciled banks; managed expense reports. 2. Account Closing: Reviewed accounts; prepared/post provisions; consolidated entries; drafted financial statements in YourCegid. 3. Manual Sales: Ensured VAT compliance and proper mentions for re-invoicing. 4. Fixed Assets: Controlled invoice allocations; monitored asset accounts. 5. Taxation: Declared VAT (8 countries); Intrastat declarations (7 countries); managed CET and annual tax filings. 6. Reporting: Prepared dashboards analyzing Web data. Led a comprehensive Data Analysis Project to resolve payment anomalies (€7M annual revenue) such as rejected transactions, discrepancies, and duplicates. The project included: • SQL/MySQL: Designed and executed queries to identify and categorize anomalies using error codes, ensuring granular insights into transactional irregularities. • Integration with CyberSource: Consolidated multi-source payment data for analysis and root cause identification, pinpointing system faults and manual errors. • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partnered with IT and Finance teams to automate anomaly detection and streamline processes. • Strategic Migration to Adyen: Findings led to a transition to Adyen, enhancing security and payment reliability while cutting issues by 25% in six months. • Executive Dashboards: Created Power BI dashboards to support decision-making and track improvements. 7. Integration: Migrated CLM Nantes subsidiary into SAP following its merger with Les Boutiques Longchamp. 8. Recruitment: Key contributor to identifying and onboarding top-performing apprentices and interns.

RICHARDSON ELECTRONICS / FERMAT INC / EURODEC / CRT / AMERICAN EXPRESS BUSINESS TRAVEL / CALYPSO TECHNOLOGY (banking software)/ MEDTRONICS NV - PV International (EV3), Group specialized in production & distribution of Vascular Therapy products / EOL Group (subsidiary of Alcopa group) , Group specialized in office equipments production & distribution / PROVALLIANCE GIE (Franck Provost hairdressing group) / HOST BROADCAST SERVICES FRANCE (Sports events media) / THOM EUROPE (jewellery retail) / FEDERAL MOGUL (Car equipments)

Experience at Host Broadcast Services France • Roles: General Accountant (24/11/2015 - 15/01/2016), then Chief Accountant (18/01/2016 - 06/05/2016). • Scope: o Host Broadcast Services France: A subsidiary of the Dalian Wanda Group, achieving a consolidated revenue of €6.5 billion. o Revenue: €13M. o Staff: Average headcount of 52 employees, adjusted for activity peaks based on major international sporting events. o Organization: Cost + model, with cost allocation between refacturable (MEC - Main Event Costs) and non-refacturable costs. Introduced by Fed Finance, I worked in an international environment specializing in broadcasting and production services for major sports events (FIFA World Cup, Rugby World Cup, FIFA tournaments), successfully carrying out the following responsibilities: • Full management of general and analytical accounting up to the balance sheet, including the preparation of weekly cash flow forecasts. • Intercompany re-invoicing to HBS AG and subsidiaries, with rigorous structuring of refacturable costs (MEC - Main Event Costs). • Financial reporting to the headquarters in Zug (Switzerland), in compliance with IFRS, including the completion of monthly reporting within J+3, using Microsoft Dynamics Finance & Operations and Application Studio software. • Posting month-end journal entries and performing analytical adjustments, in collaboration with the Financial Controller. • Data-driven FEC implementation and testing: Extracted, transformed, and validated accounting data using Excel and advanced analytical tools (Test Compta Demat from the French Ministry of Finance). Identified and corrected potential data inconsistencies to ensure compliance, preparing the files for ERP system import. • Automation of accounting processes (e.g., travel expense entries) and bulk data imports into the accounting ERP system. • Coordination with external accountants and account justification with statutory auditors.

Introduced by Fed Finance, Responsible in transition of Accounting, Tax Management of 42 hairdressing salons & stores (including NIWEL, FRANCK PROVOST, FRANCK PROVOST EXTENSIONS, FABIO SALSA brands) with monthly reporting preparation Day +20. • Supervision and support of a team of 3 accountants, • Accounting management of a portfolio of 42 hair salons, including review of monthly and quarterly financial statements, • Preparation of annual tax returns, including consolidated tax integration, • Coordination of two weekly supplier payment cycles.

As the Accounting and Consolidation Manager at Groupe EOL, introduced by Humanessence, overseeing the consolidation of 12 entities with total revenue of €55M and 236 employees, I played a pivotal role in addressing strategic challenges during a complex transition period marked by the loss of the factoring partner, the take over of the Production subsidiary (EOL TB) and preparations for cascading mergers. Key responsibilities and achievements included: • Strategic Responsibilities: Ensured financial stability through precise cash flow management, enabling timely support from the parent company, Alcopa, during the transition. Facilitated rapid and accurate information exchange with GE Facto France for their review of our factoring dossier. • Leadership: Supervised and structured the work of the 11-member accounting team, implemented robust processes, and successfully recruited highly skilled accountants to address urgent needs. • Data-Driven Projects: Automated the consolidation process using SAP, advanced Excel (Macros), and Visio for analysis and consolidation, reducing consolidation time by 25%. Leveraged Anaël for accounting management and improved data precision for strategic decisions. • Treasury Structuring: Optimized cash flow management and ensured the financial agility required to secure critical financing during a challenging period. This role solidified my expertise in leveraging advanced data tools and managing complex projects, positioning me as a key driver of operational excellence in high-stakes environments.