Accounting

French Accounting Made Easy for Your Business

We connect you with English-speaking Chartered Accountants who understand the French system—and your business goals.

Why Appointing a Chartered Accountant is Crucial

Having strong financial controls is one of the most important milestones after incorporating your French company. Even in your first month with few transactions you’ll still have obligations like VAT and annual filings. Appointing an accountant early ensures your business starts on the right foot.

What’s Included with Our Accounting Services

Monthly Bookkeeping

We record your financial transactions accurately each month so you stay organized and compliant.

VAT Filing

Your VAT returns are prepared and submitted on time to meet French tax obligations.

Annual Reports

We compile and file your end-of-year financial statements in accordance with French regulations.

Payroll & Social Charges

From payslips to social declarations, we handle your employee payroll requirements.

International Tax Advice

Get strategic insights into French and cross-border taxation to optimize your business.

English-Speaking Support

Our accountants communicate clearly with you in English, simplifying complex French systems.

Frequently Asked Questions

As early as possible. Ideally at the same time as your company registration. Having an accountant in place from day one ensures your books are set up correctly and you meet your obligations from the start.

We work with a trusted, certified CPA partner. Once we understand your business, we connect you directly with them. A short qualification call is all it takes to get started.

Our accounting partner works on a fixed-price basis, no surprises. The exact fee depends on your company’s activity and needs, which is why a brief qualification call comes first.

Yes. Reach out to us and we’ll arrange a short qualification call with our accounting partner. You’ll receive a clear, fixed-price proposal based on your specific situation.

Client Reviews

“Professional services, helping to establish a business in France in a smooth and trouble-free way. A vast range of services related not only to the daily operations, but also advisory on the legal and business topics.”

Artur Antoniuk

“Companow did a great job helping us form our new company in France. They also helped with opening a bank account and finding an accounting firm. Their service is excellent! I recommend them highly.”

David Steigerwald

“Companow is a impressive company. Alain helped my company get a bank account within the shorten time frame. And they did a great job by helping my company managed the company registration. Love it!”

Alson Boo

“Seamless and quick entity Set-up. Will definitely recommend them for any French entity Incorporation. We are very happy with their service delivery.”

Ruan van den Heever

“Alain and his team are very professional. They could register a company for me in less than two weeks in a seamless process. I have been very satisfied with the service so far.”

Amir Hossein Ahmadi Motlagh

“Very helpful and patient with all my questions. They were efficient and I was able to set up my company quickly.”

Anne Michael

“Companow is one of the few agencies in France that genuinely specialize in company formation for foreign entities. They processed the establishment of my company within the expected timeframe and handled all administrative procedures with professionalism and efficiency. In addition, if you are considering migrating to France, they will guide and support you throughout the entire process. I highly recommend their services to anyone looking to set up a business and relocate to France.”

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Jennifer Qio

CEO

Vallée des Papillons

“I will definitely recommend Companow. I needed a reliable partner in France to help me set up my company. I would like to acknowledge the exceptionally great service I have received at Companow. Reliable and prompt at every stage.״

Muhammed K. Kouli

CEO

Atlas International Trade & Logistics

“Here in the UK we can set up a business in 24 hours and start – this is not the case in France. However, with the help of a business like ‘Companow’, everything is possible, and more importantly, it is done quickly and effectively. They listened to what we needed, gave excellent guidance and advice, and then handled all the background work. I knew we wouldn’t have to go anywhere else, they could handle it all. This partnership is the best investment we made in our French business.”

Fabienne Tyler

Partner

Renouvelle

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