Financial Controller

Core Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting: Accurately prepare and present timely financial management report (e.g., income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements), ensuring compliance with accounting standards and Group standards.
• The controller must ensure these reports provide clear, actionable insights for both local management and corporate headquarters, maintaining a consistent format for decision-making.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Manage the annual budgeting process (3 years plan) and create regular financial forecasts to project future performance.
• Financial Analysis: Conduct detailed financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
• Compliance & Audit: Ensure, together with the accounting manager and the accounting department, adherence to all legal, tax, and regulatory requirements.
• Internal Controls: Develop, implement, and maintain robust internal control systems to safeguard company assets and ensure data integrity.
• Cash Flow Management: Monitor and manage the company's cash flow and liquidity.Strategic Support: Partner with senior leadership to provide financial insights that support strategic decision-making.
• Skills & Qualifications
• Technical Skills Accounting Expertise: Good knowledge of accounting principles and practices (IFRS/GAAP) and local GAAP.
• Financial Software Proficiency: Extensive experience and deep understanding of financial systems are essential. This includes:
• Advanced skills with ERP systems (e.g., SAP B1, Microsoft Dynamics).
• Strong knowledge with Business Intelligence (BI) tools for generating insightful reports.
• The ability to leverage these tools to automate processes and streamline financial operations.
• Spreadsheet Mastery: High proficiency in Microsoft Excel for complex financial modeling and data manipulation.
• Data Analysis driven: Ability to analyze large datasets and translate them into actionable insights.

Soft Skills

• Attention to Detail: Meticulous and highly accurate in all financial work.Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills to explain complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Time Management: Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.

Educational & Professional Background

• Education: Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field. Nice to have: CA or MBA is often preferred.

Experience:

• Proven experience in a financial management role, with a strong emphasis on capability and proven performance as a financial controller or in a similar position.
• Experience with multi-currency and international operations is a plus for global companies.