Financial Controller

Description

We are seeking a Financial Controller on behalf of our client, to oversee financial planning, reporting, analysis, and compliance. The Financial Controller will ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data, supporting senior management in driving financial performance, profitability, and operational efficiency.
 
Responsibilities:
 

• Financial Reporting: Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with applicable accounting standards (GAAP/IFRS).
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts, providing insights and variance analysis to ensure the firm meets financial goals.
• Cash Flow Management: Oversee the firm’s cash flow, including monitoring cash balances, forecasting future needs, and managing liquidity to ensure smooth operations.
• Month-End & Year-End Close: Manage the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring all financial transactions are accurately recorded and reconciled.
• Financial Analysis: Provide financial analysis to support decision-making, including profitability analysis, cost control, and performance tracking of various business units.
• Cost Management: Monitor and control operating costs, ensuring efficient resource allocation and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• Accounts Payable & Receivable: Oversee the management of the firm’s accounts payable and receivable functions, ensuring accurate and timely processing.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent
• Professional Qualifications: CPA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent accounting qualification
• Minimum 4 years industry experience in accounting, finance or a similar role within professional services firm
• Familiarity with accounting and ERP software such as QuickBooks, Sage, SAP, Oracle, Xero, Microsoft Dynamics
• Advanced Excel Skills
• Ability to prepare accurate financial statements (balance sheets, P&L statements, cash flow statements) and conduct variance analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Experience working with external auditors and ensuring compliance with internal control requirements (e.g., SOX for U.S. firms).

Please note, only candidates currently living in Cayman Islands are eligible to apply.