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Cécile (Françoise Vidal) Heger

Consultant

Cécile Heger
Linkenheim-Hochstetten, Germany

Experience

Jul 2024 - Mar 2025
9 months
Karlsruhe, Germany

Consultant

Init SE

  • Outsourcing of payroll accounting
Mar 2023 - Aug 2023
6 months
Ettlingen, Germany

Interim payroll accountant

Caritas-Landesverband

Jan 2023 - Present
3 years 2 months

Accounting and administration

BHG Am Sandfeld

Nov 2022 - Feb 2023
4 months

Interim accountant

Keller Industriemontagen GmbH

Jan 2022 - Apr 2023
1 year 4 months

Interim accountant

Haus&Grund Landesverband Baden

  • Accounting and digitization
Aug 2018 - Feb 2019
7 months
Ettlingen, Germany

Interim Accountant

Caritas-Landesverband

Jan 2018 - Present
8 years 2 months
Karlsruhe, Germany

Consultant for personnel, accounting, and administrative organization

Notariat Dr. Morlock und Werst

Jan 2018 - Dec 2019
2 years
Ettlingen, Germany

Payroll accounting consultant

IPSEN Pharma GmbH

  • Social plan processing
Jul 2017 - Present
8 years 8 months

Owner

ABC-Vidal

Dec 2014 - Aug 2016
1 year 9 months

SAP ERP implementation

Europäische Schule Karlsruhe

Mar 2012 - Sep 2016
4 years 7 months

Payroll Accountant

European School Karlsruhe

Jul 2004 - Oct 2016
12 years 4 months

European School Karlsruhe

Apr 1996 - Jun 2004
8 years 3 months

Berlitz Language School Karlsruhe

May 1989 - Nov 1991
2 years 7 months

Buhl Paper Mill Ettlingen

May 1989 - Nov 1990
1 year 7 months
Ettlingen, Germany

IT Overall Solution Consultant

Buhl Paper Mill

  • As-is/to-be concept for a complete IT solution with EDV Studio Ploenzke
May 1987 - Apr 1989
2 years

Michelin Tire Factory Karlsruhe

Industries Experience

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Experienced in Education (20.5 years), Professional Services (8 years), Manufacturing (5 years), Real Estate (4 years), Pharmaceutical (2 years), and Automotive (2 years).

Education
Professional Services
Manufacturing
Real Estate
Pharmaceutical
Automotive

Business Areas Experience

The graph below provides a cumulative view of the freelancer's experience across multiple business areas, calculated from completed and active engagements. It highlights the areas where the freelancer has most frequently contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of business outcomes.

Experienced in Accounting (12.5 years), Human Resources (12.5 years), Operations (8 years), Information Technology (4.5 years), Production (2.5 years), and Project Management (1.5 years).

Accounting
Human Resources
Operations
Information Technology
Production
Project Management

Summary

I bring decades of hands-on experience in accounting, payroll, and administrative consulting. I have built my expertise on diverse roles ranging from interim payroll processing to implementing digital accounting solutions. My background spans industries such as education, manufacturing, and non-profits, where I have delivered efficient processes and streamlined financial operations.

I am known for adapting quickly to new challenges and for my practical approach in solving problems. My strengths lie in improving systems and providing reliable financial control, ensuring smooth operations and measurable results.

Skills

  • Windows With The Full Office Suite, Especially Excel
  • Sap Erp Accounting System And Hr (As A Mini Version)
  • Wilken Accounting System
  • Adp Payroll Software
  • Sfirm Banking Software
  • Datev Unternehmen Online
  • Sage Payroll Software

Languages

French
Native
German
Advanced
English
Advanced
Spanish
Elementary

Education

Sep 1986 - Jun 1987

Goethe Institut

Basic Language Diploma · German as a foreign language · Germany

Sep 1983 - Aug 1986

Universität Genf

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, focus on Management and Marketing · Business Administration · Geneva, Switzerland

Sep 1975 - Jul 1982

Lycée Mme de Staëhl

High school diploma with focus on Mathematics and Biology · Mathematics and Biology · Saint-Julien-en-Genevois, France

...and 1 more

Certifications & licenses

Certified Payroll Accountant

University of Applied Sciences Amberg-Weiden

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Where is Cécile based?

Cécile is based in Linkenheim-Hochstetten, Germany.

What languages does Cécile speak?

Cécile speaks the following languages: French (Native), German (Advanced), English (Advanced), Spanish (Elementary).

How many years of experience does Cécile have?

Cécile has at least 34 years of experience. During this time, Cécile has worked in at least 11 different roles and for 14 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 1 month. Note that Cécile may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Cécile be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Cécile would be well-suited for roles such as: Consultant, Interim payroll accountant, Accounting and administration.

What is Cécile's latest experience?

Cécile's most recent position is Consultant at Init SE.

What companies has Cécile worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Cécile has worked for Init SE, Caritas-Landesverband, BHG Am Sandfeld, Keller Industriemontagen GmbH, and Haus&Grund Landesverband Baden.

Which industries is Cécile most experienced in?

Cécile is most experienced in industries like Education, Professional Services, and Manufacturing. Cécile also has some experience in Real Estate, Pharmaceutical, and Automotive.

Which business areas is Cécile most experienced in?

Cécile is most experienced in business areas like Accounting, Human Resources (HR), and Operations. Cécile also has some experience in Information Technology (IT), Production/Manufacturing, and Project Management.

Which industries has Cécile worked in recently?

Cécile has recently worked in industries like Professional Services, Real Estate, and Information Technology (IT).

Which business areas has Cécile worked in recently?

Cécile has recently worked in business areas like Accounting, Human Resources (HR), and Operations.

What is Cécile's education?

Cécile holds a Bachelor in Business Administration from Universität Genf.

Does Cécile have any certificates?

Cécile has 1 certificate: Certified Payroll Accountant.

What is the availability of Cécile?

Cécile will be available part-time from April 2026.

What is the rate of Cécile?

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