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Financial Controller

The Financial Controller is responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of the company’s financial operations, ensuring the integrity of financial reporting, and driving operational efficiency. This role will be critical in maintaining the financial health of the organization, overseeing accounting processes, managing budgets, and supporting decision-making at the senior management level.

Key Responsibilities

  • Financial Reporting: Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements, including monthly, quarterly, and annual reports. Ensure compliance with accounting principles IFRS and regulatory requirements.
  • Accounting Management: Supervise and manage daily accounting operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger. Ensure that all accounting entries are accurate and properly supported.
  • Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts. Work closely with department heads to align financial goals and manage variances to ensure optimal financial performance.
  • Cash Flow Management: Oversee the Treasury department activities.
  • Internal Controls & Compliance: Design, implement, and monitor internal controls to ensure the safeguarding of company assets. Ensure compliance with all tax regulations, financial reporting standards, and audit requirements.
  • Audit Coordination: Act as the main point of contact for external auditors and coordinate the annual audit process. Provide necessary documentation and respond to auditor inquiries in a timely manner.
  • Financial Analysis & Strategy: Provide in-depth financial analysis to support strategic decision-making. Analyze financial trends, variances, and performance metrics to identify areas for improvement.
  • Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and manage the finance team. Provide training and development opportunities to ensure that staff are skilled in financial reporting, accounting, and other finance-related tasks.
  • Tax Planning & Reporting: Oversee tax planning and compliance, ensuring the company meets all its tax obligations and optimizes its tax position.
  • Systems & Process Improvement: Continuously evaluate and improve financial processes and systems to increase efficiency, accuracy, and scalability. Implement best practices and technologies for financial operations.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (Master’s degree or CPA preferred).
  • A minimum of 10 years of experience in accounting or finance, with at least 5 years in a managerial or controller role.
  • Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial regulations, and financial reporting standards (IFRS).
  • Advanced proficiency in NetSuite accounting software.
  • Multinational SaaS company experience.

Performance Goals

Implement IFRS-Compliant Financial Reporting

  • Specific: Implement financial reporting processes that are IFRS-compliant.
  • Measurable: Generate stand-alone and consolidated financial reports for all group entities from the ERP system within 10 calendar days from month-end.
  • Achievable: Utilize the company’s financial software.
  • Relevant: Accurate reports are crucial for decision-making and regulatory compliance.
  • Time-bound: 31 December 2025.

Streamline Month-End Reporting Process

  • Specific: Reduce the time it takes to generate month-end financial reports, including revenue analysis, AR reports, management flashreports, etc.
  • Measurable: Generate the monthly management reports in 5 business days from month-end.
  • Achievable: Automate reporting processes and improve data quality.
  • Relevant: Faster management reporting enhances financial insights and responsiveness.
  • Time-bound: Implement changes by March 31, 2025.

Enhance Budgeting Accuracy

  • Specific: Collaborate with department heads to refine budget forecasts.
  • Measurable: Reduce budget variances to less than 5% by year-end.
  • Achievable: Conduct quarterly budget reviews and provide forecasting tools.
  • Relevant: Accurate budgets help control costs and allocate resources effectively.
  • Time-bound: Meet the variance goal by December 2024.

Increase Cash Flow Visibility

  • Specific: Develop a dashboard to monitor real-time cash flow metrics.
  • Measurable: Create a system that provides daily updates with 95% accuracy.
  • Achievable: Leverage existing ERP software features and analytics tools.
  • Relevant: Improved cash flow visibility supports strategic planning.
  • Time-bound: Launch the dashboard by February 2025.

Enhance Team Productivity

  • Specific: Provide quarterly training sessions for the finance team on new tools and regulations.
  • Measurable: Achieve a 20% improvement in task efficiency, measured via KPIs.
  • Achievable: Identify and focus on skill gaps through regular assessments.
  • Relevant: A skilled team increases overall department efficiency and accuracy.
  • Time-bound: Begin training sessions by January 2025 and evaluate improvement by December 2025.

Optimize Cost Management

  • Specific: Identify and implement cost-saving measures in operational expenses.
  • Measurable: Reduce non-essential expenses by 10% over the next year.
  • Achievable: Conduct a detailed expense review and negotiate vendor contracts.
  • Relevant: Effective cost control contributes to higher profitability.
  • Time-bound: Finalize cost-saving strategies by July 2025.

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