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About the team
Our Finance team is at the forefront of enabling our business to scale with control and confidence across regions. Working closely with our teams in Customer Success Delivery and Operations we ensure financial integrity while driving strategic decision-making. This role joins a high-impact team that supports global expansion including our key markets in the US and will play a crucial role in setting up the finance function from the ground up for our US office in Texas.
About the role
Were looking for a Finance Controller to take ownership of our US regional finance operations and support broader activities. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys building from the ground up thrives on autonomy and brings good technical finance expertise and controllership experience.
In this role youll set up and lead a small regional finance team develop core processes ensure compliance with local regulations and contribute to financial reporting and strategic decision-making reporting to Group Finance. Youll be at the center of creating a high-functioning finance function that enables the business to operate confidently and compliantly in the US and beyond.
What youll do
As the first US finance employee part of the larger group youll set the standard for the US accounting operations and manage the day-to-day running of the finance function for US operating regions.
Apply US GAAP technical advice through the management accounts and consult with Group
Meet group reporting requirements by preparing accurate and timely submissions Manage a small team including a Management accountant and indirect reports (e.g. Accounts Payable)
Ensure local compliance across tax payroll reporting and regulatory filings
Prepare and manage cashflow and treasury operations
Meet customer reporting and billing requirements
Own month-end close processes account reconciliations and year-end reporting activities
Support local audit efforts
Partner with internal teams to support project delivery and align finance with business milestones
Create and document formal accounting processes and policies. Streamline expense processes.
Work with external stakeholders and clients on contract support and financial processes
Contribute to the design and implementation of scalable finance systems and tools
Collaborate with other regional finance colleagues to ensure global consistency and process improvemen
What youll need
A recognized accounting qualification (CPA CA ACCA or equivalent) gained in a robust training environment such as with EY Deloitte PwC or KPMG
A good understanding of US GAAP. IFRS experience is a bonus but not essential .
Experience in tax payroll and compliance requirements
Background in managing or building a finance
Previous work in SaaS or tech-driven environments is highly desirable
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Experience with tools like NetSuite is a plus
Were looking for a confident and proactive finance leader with strong technical skills and a track record of working in high-growth or international environments - if this sounds exciting then wed love to speak with you!
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