Financial Controller - ACA

Harper May is currently working with global software testing company who are looking for a Financial Controller to run the finance operations of their UK division. This role will be responsible for the end-to-end local finance function and will be a the primary point of contact for local operations business partners and global finance management.

Key Responsibilities;

• Responsible for accurate and timely reporting;
• Prepare informational analyses on actual performance versus forecast, budget, prior period data, etc.;
• Manage and oversee local operational finance functions such as invoicing, accounts payable, payroll processing, time entry compliance, and the like;
• Manage outsourcing of work to global shared service team;
• Lead process transformation initiatives;
• Identify areas for cost reductions and operational improvements;
• Provide analyses to local operations/delivery team;
• Oversee all local tax and regulatory reporting including local statutory audits;
• Cultivate working relationships with other local department heads;
• Take ownership of various projects and delegate them to local finance staff;
• Comfortable making presentations to management and leading meetings;
• Supervise local finance staff and provide annual performance evaluations;

Key Requirements;

• 5-7 years of experience in accounting and/or finance;
• Prior management or supervisory experience in private industry;
• Working knowledge of IFRS;
• Some public accounting experience preferred;
• Local accounting certification preferred;
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Bachelor's degree in finance, management, accounting, business administration, or other relevant fields;
• Strong analytical skills;
• Familiar with Microsoft Office suite;
• Familiar with NetSuite