Purpose of Role
The Regional Financial Controller RFC will work closely with the Head of Finance of EMEA but also with the other group finance roles. The RFC will be part of the finance team and will be responsible for all aspects of internal accounting activities, as well as assisting with client accounting services and other ad hoc finance projects as needed.
Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities
- Assist with monthly, quarterly and annual reporting for a number of group entities located throughout EMEA
- Oversee the recording of all accounting entries, regular review of and follow-up on outstanding AR balances and performing monthly bank and intercompany reconciliations
- Prepare and maintain accurate reconciliations for various balance sheet accounts
- Overseeing and guiding accounting support staff on client invoicing, including annual and ad-hoc fees
- Overseeing and guiding accounting support staff on accounts payable entries and allocation to ensure expenses are accurately recorded and paid in line with vendors payment terms.
- Preparing and filing VAT returns
- Assisting and collaborating with local tax advisors for Corporate Income Tax Filings
- Implement and monitor policies and procedures for accounting and reporting
- Assisting with drafting of the annual budget
- Assisting with the annual (group) audit process
- Preparation of statutory reports of group entities
- Any other duties as needed to assist the regional Head of Finance from time to time
Required Advanced Technical Proficiencies
- Key knowledge of the corporate services and fund services industry
- Proficient in Microsoft products including Word, Excel, Teams and Powerpoint.
- Experience with TrustQuay/ NavOne/ Navision (Microsoft) would be a distinct advantage
- Experience working with a geographically dispersed team and cultures across multiple international regions
Base Requirement
A minimum of 3 years experience in a similar role within the financial services industry
- Experience across multi jurisdictions would be beneficial
- Analytical and problem solving skills
- Attention to detail
- Ability to work as part of a team