Financial Controller

Join a fast-growing team that provides you with the opportunity for advancement! We also have a Gym, Cafe, and Garage Parking as a benefit.

This team is growing fast, and we are looking for an initiative-taker, adaptive learner, and someone with a background in accounting and finance!

Overview of the Roles and Responsibilities :

Our financial controller is a leadership team member reporting to our VP of Finance. This team is critical to driving the company's financial planning.

This position reports to and collaborates with the VP of Finance to create and establish yearly financial objectives that align with the company's plan for growth and expansion.

The controller will strategize with the financial team's organizational structure and oversee the various functions and processes, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation.

Job Duties :

This professional will be responsible for preparing the company's financial reports, including balance sheets and income statements, as directed by the VP of Finance.

They will also assist in compliance audits and monitor internal controls to ensure that everyone adheres to the policies and procedures set forth by the financial team.

This role is critical to assisting the VP of Finance in delivering all financial information, which will assist the team in developing financial strategy, making financial decisions, identifying efficiencies, and identifying opportunities for cost reductions across the business.

The financial controller will be assigned to complete traditional duties such as closing the books and regulatory compliance while supporting company strategy.

• Assess and evaluate the financial performance of an organization regarding long-term operational goals, budgets, and forecasts.
• Provide insight and recommendations for the organization's short-term and long-term growth plans.
• Identify, acquire, and implement systems and software to provide critical financial and operational information.
• Identify and acquire capital requirements and funding resources.
• Evaluate departments and make suggestions for automating processes and increasing working efficiency.
• Communicate, engage, and interact with the VP of Finance to deliver on all projects and the company's day-to-day financial operations.
• Participate in pivotal decisions on strategic initiatives and operational models led by the VP of Finance and the team.
• Collaborate with the VP of Finance concerning client pricing to ensure company profitability.
• Implement policies, procedures, and processes as the senior leadership team deems appropriate.

Financial Analysis, Budgeting and Forecasting :

• Review and analyze monthly financial results and provide recommendations.
• Develop and maintain monthly operating budget and annual company operating budget.
• Prepare and present monthly financial budgeting reports, including profit and loss, forecast vs. budget, and weekly cash flow.

Accounting, General Ledger, Administration and Operations :

• Prepare and communicate financial statements.
• Ensure compliance regarding all financial functions.
• Work with Human Resources to ensure appropriate legal compliance.
• Review and ensure the application of appropriate internal controls, compliance, and financial procedures.
• Perform the month-end closing process, constantly reviewing procedures while eliminating inefficiencies.
• Prepare and review all month-end closing activities and process general ledger accounts, balance sheet accounts, and overhead cost allocation.
• Enhance and implement financial and accounting systems, processes, tools, and control systems!
• Serve as a key point of contact for external auditors; Manage preparation and support of all external audits.
• Work with the VP of Finance on projects and financial reports required to enhance their knowledge of the company.

Financial Management :

• Manage cash flow planning process and ensure funds availability.
• Maintain outstanding banking relationships and strategic alliances with vendors and business partners.
• Utilize forward-looking models and activity-based analyses to provide financial insight into the organization's plans and operating budgets.
• Maintain accounts payable and accounts receivable and guide the collection process.
• Responsible for the timely process of payroll

Financial Relations and Policies :

• Engage with the VP of Finance to develop short-term and long-term plans, projections, and budgets.
• Represent the company to banks, financial partners, institutions, investors, public auditors, and officials.
• Remain current on audit best practices and state, federal, and local laws.
• They will also play a pivotal role in staying current on finance technology, helping the finance team succeed in finding and implementing innovative technology.
• The financial controller is also part of the stakeholder management team led by the VP of Finance, who advises company managers on operations activities based on knowledge of the underlying business.

Position Requirements :

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
• CPA preferred.
• Six years minimum experience as a Financial Controller.
• 10+ years of total accounting or finance experience.
• Outstanding knowledge and understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
• Experience in a Contact Center Environment.
• Outstanding communication, interpersonal skills, and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated leadership ability, confidence, and executive presence.
• Excellent analytical, reasoning, and critical thinking skills.
• Experience collaborating with external auditors, internal controls, and compliance-related issues.

Must be able to work at a detailed level, understanding every nuance of the accounting process and the transactional data in the company's general ledger, financial statements, and compliance documents.