Accounts Controller - IT - CA

Accounts Controller - IT based firm

We're seeking an experienced accountant to oversee our financial operations and accounting team in the role of controller. The ideal candidate will have proven industry experience as an accountant, preferably in a senior role. As a strong communicator and skilled financial analyst, you will make it your mission to streamline our financial reporting processes and drive the company's financial operations.

You will produce accurate and thorough financial-status reports for senior management to help improve our visibility into the business and aid in our continued growth. You will also evolve the company's internal controls and ensure the company's financial practices comply with all applicable laws and regulations.

This role reports into the VP, Finance & Operations and will oversee a staff of two accountants. You will also be expected to collaborate with our business finance team to drive revenue/cost recognition and generate business insights This role is a high-potential role in a high-growth organization and the right candidate will have significant input into how the company builds its global financial operations and team over time.

Key Responsibilities:

- Prepare financial statements (monthly, quarterly, annual) in compliance with official guidelines and requirements

- Manage month- and year-end closing processes including consolidations, maintaining schedules for G/L accounts, and reviewing journal entries and reconciliations

- Compare results to previous periods and/or budgets and identify/explain anomalies or trends

- Review the company's accounting information to identify and resolve inaccuracies or imbalances and compare

- Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts

- Manage revenue generation (customer invoicing & accounts receivable) and vendor management (purchasing & accounts payable) activities

- Post cash receipts and disbursements and safeguard cash management processes for all companies in the organization

- Formulate internal controls and policies - including establishing enhanced controls where necessary - to comply with legislation and established best practices

- Manage external audit relationship and prepare company for annual audit process

- Assist development of reports for management, lenders, and/or regulatory bodies

- Assist with completion and filing statutory tax returns

Required Skills and Experience:

Must Have:

- Degree in accounting, finance or relevant field (CA)

- 12 - 15 years of experience as controller, assistant controller or other similar position

- 3 - 5 years in Big 4 or other professional accounting organizations

- Professional certification / chartered accountant

- Deep knowledge of GAAP, IFRS and other finance/accounting regulations

- Excellent knowledge of accounting systems and processes (financial closure, reporting, audit etc.)

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills

- Proficiency in MS Office and accounting software

- Experience working with international companies

- Prior people management experience

- Willingness to work [GMT hours]

Nice to have:

- Well-organized with ability to prioritize

- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability

- Ability to deal with ambiguity