Job Description
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.
- 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;
- 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
