Controller

Description

The Financial manager will be responsible for leading the company's accounting, financial reporting, compliance, and control functions. The role requires a hands-on finance professional with strong technical accounting expertise and experience operating in a fast-paced, high-growth fintech environment.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes and ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with IFRS and/or US GAAP.
• Oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and fixed assets.
• Manage the external audit process and serve as the primary point of contact for auditors.
• Ensure compliance with local and international tax regulations, including VAT, corporate tax, and transfer pricing requirements.
• Develop, implement, and maintain strong internal controls and accounting policies.
• Oversee regulatory and statutory reporting requirements across multiple jurisdictions.
• Support the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and management reporting packages.
• Partner with business leaders to provide financial insights and support strategic decision-making.
• Assist with fundraising activities, due diligence processes, and M&A transactions.
• Lead the implementation and optimization of financial systems and process improvements.
• Manage and mentor members of the finance and accounting team.

Requirements

Qualifications and Experience:

• CPA qualification is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of relevant experience, including experience in a Big Four accounting firm and in-house controllership roles.
• Previous experience in a fintech, payments, SaaS, or other high-growth technology company is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and/or US GAAP.
• Experience managing audits and working with international operations and multi-entity structures.
• Strong understanding of tax, regulatory, and compliance requirements.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and ERP systems (NetSuite, Oracle, SAP, or similar).
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Key Competencies:

• Strong technical accounting skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Hands-on approach and execution-oriented mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
• Leadership capabilities and team management experience.
• High level of integrity, ownership, and accountability.