Senior Financial Controller

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Financial Controller to lead our financial management and reporting functions. This pivotal role offers an exciting opportunity to oversee complex accounting operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive financial strategy within a dynamic organization. As a key member of the finance team, you will champion financial integrity, manage diverse accounting teams, and contribute to the organization’s long-term success through expert financial analysis and reporting. Your expertise in international accounting standards, regulatory frameworks, and financial software will be instrumental in maintaining transparency and accuracy across all financial activities.

Duties

• Lead the preparation and review of comprehensive financial statements in accordance with IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards), GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles), and other relevant regulations.
• Oversee the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Manage balance sheet reconciliations, accounts payable and receivable, and general ledger accounting to uphold data integrity.
• Supervise accounting teams responsible for accounts payable, payroll, cost accounting analysis, and financial reporting functions.
• Ensure compliance with SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley Act) controls, regulatory requirements, and internal policies related to financial processes.
• Conduct detailed financial analysis, including forecasting, budgeting, variance analysis, and cash management strategies to support organizational decision-making.
• Oversee regulatory reporting obligations for governmental agencies and non-profit entities while maintaining strict adherence to legal standards.
• Implement and optimize accounting systems and software solutions to enhance efficiency in financial data analysis using Excel data analysis tools and other technological resources.
• Lead internal audits, coordinate external audits, and facilitate continuous improvement initiatives within the finance department.
• Manage treasury functions including cash flow forecasting, banking relationships, and treasury management systems to ensure liquidity needs are met.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or equivalent certification preferred.
• Extensive experience in corporate accounting with a strong background in international accounting standards such as IFRS and GAAP.
• Proven leadership experience managing accounting teams within complex organizational structures.
• Deep understanding of SOX compliance requirements along with governmental and non-profit accounting practices.
• Proficiency in financial software applications such as ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle), spreadsheets (Excel), and other relevant tools for data analysis.
• Strong knowledge of technical accounting concepts including double entry bookkeeping, account reconciliation, account analysis, debits & credits, and general ledger management.
• Experience with regulatory compliance accounting, financial close processing, balance sheet reconciliation, accounts payable/receivable management, and financial report writing.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret large datasets for forecasting and strategic planning purposes.
• Exceptional communication skills to effectively collaborate across departments and present complex financial information clearly.

Join us as a Senior Financial Controller to shape our organization’s financial future through strategic oversight, meticulous compliance practices, and innovative financial solutions!

Pay: $98,000.00 - $132,575.22 per year

Benefits:

• Relocation assistance

Work Location: Remote