Recruiting for an International Controller for a Global PE backed Tech Business who are looking for an exceptional leader to join their FLT.
A fast paced and highly entrepreneurial business with lofty growth ambitions leading to an exit in several years
You will need to have a strong technical background/exposure from a highly transformative and changing environment.
Ideal candidates will be practice trained with international teams/market experience in region!
JOB PURPOSE:
Reporting directly to Global VP, the International Controller is a key member of the FLT who will take responsibility for Board Reporting, Balance Sheet control, Financial Reporting/consolidations, Statutory Accounts and ability to be business facing with international projects.
Key Internal Contacts:
CEO / CFO / Board Members / Business Unit CFOs / Regional Country Directors
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Financial Control & Reporting
* Lead, manage and mentor and EMEA/European finance function across accounting, controls and reporting for a £500m BU
* Oversee and manage the production of accurate and timely monthly Management Accounts and Interim (half-year) and annual corporate statutory group reporting in line with IFRS
* Oversee the preparation of group consolidated financial statements and all associated disclosure (under US GAAP and IFRS)
* Manage and monitor Head Office operating costs and controls alongside the monthly management reporting of these
* Oversee the implementation of Group Finance Policies and Financial Control structure
* Management of annual statutory audits to agreed schedules for interim and year-end audit processes
* Oversight of the EMEA Tax team
* Responsible for the consolidation of ESG-metrics reporting for the Group in collaboration with relevant Business Units
* Drive innovation and continuous improvement in the standardisation of reporting and operational efficiencies
Risk and Insurance
* Responsible for sourcing and managing insurance for key Group policies
* Consolidation of Information Security risk reporting to the Board
* Legal and Regulatory
* Drive the implementation and maintenance of a strong internal control environment with responsibility for financial compliance and policy adherence
Candidate Background:
* Qualified accountant with substantial PQE
* Ideally have a background in one of the “big 4” audit firms or top ten background
* Dynamic and progressive candidate
* Demonstrable experience in a similar role within a fast paced multinational with lots of different entity accounting policies
* Influential and credible with the ability to build strong relationships with senior stakeholders at an international level
* Strong technical knowledge, US GAAP and SOX would be highly desirable (but not essential)
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal with the ability to present technical information to non-technical / senior audiences
* Proven ability to work as a member of multi-functional teams
What’s on offer?
* £120,000- £130,000 and bonus
* Opportunity to progress within a market leading international brand
* Working for a business passionate about its staff and their wellbeing
* Fully remote role with travel to hubs. UK candidates only….
Reach out to me (rob.patterson@jss-finance.com) or apply below