Financial Controller

Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and highly skilled Financial Controller to lead our finance team and oversee all financial operations within our organization. This pivotal role involves managing financial reporting, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving strategic financial planning. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in accounting principles, financial analysis, and team management, with a passion for maintaining the integrity of financial data and supporting organizational growth. Join us to play a key role in shaping our financial future while fostering a culture of excellence and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and analysis of comprehensive financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards) and GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).
• Oversee the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes, including general ledger reconciliation, account analysis, and journal entries.
• Manage all aspects of regulatory reporting, ensuring adherence to local, national, and international accounting standards as well as governmental regulations.
• Supervise the accounting team responsible for accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and treasury management activities.
• Implement and maintain robust internal controls such as SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley Act) compliance to safeguard assets and ensure transparency.
• Conduct cost accounting analysis to support budgeting processes and strategic decision-making.
• Oversee cash management functions including cash flow forecasting, banking relationships, and liquidity optimization.
• Utilize advanced spreadsheets and financial software for data analysis, financial modeling, and reporting purposes.
• Ensure timely completion of the financial close process while maintaining high standards of accuracy.
• Drive continuous improvement in accounting systems and processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy across all financial functions.

Experience

• Proven experience as a Financial Controller or senior finance leader within a complex organization; experience in non-profit or governmental accounting is highly desirable.
• Extensive knowledge of IFRS, GAAP, regulatory compliance accounting, public accounting practices, and technical accounting standards.
• Demonstrated expertise in managing accounting teams with strong leadership skills in finance team management.
• Strong background in financial concepts such as double entry bookkeeping, debits & credits, balance sheet reconciliation, account reconciliation, and account analysis.
• Proficiency with financial software systems including enterprise resource planning (ERP) solutions; advanced Excel data analysis skills are essential.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, regulatory reporting requirements, and internal controls such as SOX compliance.
• Familiarity with governmental accounting standards and non-profit accounting practices is a plus.
• Excellent analytical skills combined with a solid understanding of treasury management principles including cash flow forecasting and liquidity management.

Join us to leverage your expertise in finance to make a meaningful impact—driving organizational success through strategic financial oversight while fostering an environment of continuous improvement!

Pay: $70,364.38 - $87,600.11 per year

Benefits:

• Relocation assistance

Work Location: Remote