Assistant Controller

Foundation RPO; Connecticut; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Foundation RPO is seeking an Assistant Controller for a leading PE beauty holding company that owns three brands. You will lead consolidation and compliance across multiple entities and currencies within our global finance team.

Reporting to the Global Financial Controller, you will direct the group close, audit preparation, tax support, and intercompany processes while embedding process improvements and cross-functional collaboration with AR, AP, and Inventory teams.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting or Finance; ACCA, ACA, CA or equivalent certification.
• 7+ years of experience in financial reporting and controllership.
• Strong IFRS knowledge including IAS 2, IFRS 15, IFRS 16, IFRS 3.
• NetSuite experience preferred.
• Proficient in Excel and financial analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead group month-end close and financial consolidation across entities and currencies.
• Collaborate with AR, AP, COGS, Inventory, Marketing, and G&A to improve month-end timeline and quality.
• Prepare group-level financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow).
• Ensure IFRS-compliant accounting across all entities including intercompany eliminations.
• Act as technical accounting expert on matters like purchase price allocation for M&A.
• Drive process improvements in close, reporting automation, and compliance documentation.
• Support audits, statutory reporting, and tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
• Coordinate NetSuite data validation, COA mapping, and user acceptance testing (UAT).
• Mentor junior team members and work cross-functionally.

Skills

Technical accounting

IFRS knowledge

Excel

Financial reporting

Leadership

Cross-functional

Analytical thinking

Discretion

Communication

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

ACCA/ACA/CA

Tools

NetSuite

ERP systems

Job description

We are recruiting for an Assistant Controller for one of our top PE beauty holding companies that owns 3 brands. The Assistant Controller will lead the Consolidation and Compliance function within our global finance team. This role is responsible for delivering accurate and timely financial reporting across multiple entities and currencies, overseeing group close, audit preparation, tax support, and intercompany processes. The role includes direct management of a small global team and plays a key part in embedding process improvements, supporting compliance, and ensuring consistent execution across brands and regions

Reporting to the Global Financial Controller, you will help drive accuracy, compliance, and process excellence across the finance function. You will work closely with other function leads in areas such as AR, AP, and Inventory to provide on-the-ground support and ensure alignment in how we operate. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting experience, a collaborative mindset, and a hands‑on approach to supporting a high-performing finance team.

Responsibilities

• Own and lead the group month‑end close and financial consolidation processes across multiple legal entities and currencies.
• Collaborate with other function leads, including Accounts Receivable and Trade, Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) and Inventory, as well as Marketing and General & Administrative (G&A) expenses, to resolve issues and improve the month‑end timeline and quality.
• Prepare timely and accurate group‑level financial statements, including the Profit and Loss (P&L), Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow Statement.
• Ensure accurate and compliant accounting treatment across all entities in accordance with IFRS, including intercompany eliminations and foreign exchange translation impacts.
• Act as a technical accounting expert on matters such as purchase price allocation for mergers and acquisitions.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives in the financial close process, reporting automation, and compliance documentation, including maintaining clear records of journal entries and closing procedures
• Support in managing audit processes, statutory reporting obligations, and tax compliance across key jurisdictions (UK, EU, US, Australia, Canada, Singapore, and Malaysia), working closely with external advisors and local teams to ensure timely and accurate delivery.
• Collaborate with external auditors, tax advisors, and legal to ensure full compliance with regulatory and group reporting standards.
• Maintain and monitor intercompany agreements and transfer pricing documentation
• Participate in the transition to NetSuite, including involvement in data validation, chart of accounts mapping, and user acceptance testing (UAT)
• Ensure the successful embedding of new processes post‑implementation across your function
• Support the training and readiness of your team as systems and processes evolve

Role requirements:

• Degree in Accounting or Finance; ACCA, ACA, CA Singapore, or equivalent certification required
• At least 7 years of experience in financial reporting and controllership, ideally within consumer goods sector
• Strong technical accounting knowledge, with a deep understanding of IFRS (including IAS 2, IFRS 15, IFRS 16, and IFRS 3)
• Hands‑on experience with financial systems and reporting tools; NetSuite experience strongly preferred
• High proficiency in Excel, Google Sheets, and financial analysis tools
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to interpret complex accounting issues and assess broader business impacts
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• Demonstrated experience leading or mentoring junior team members and working cross‑functionally
• Ability to work with unstructured data and make informed decisions independently
• Strong commercial awareness and financial acumen
• Adaptable and comfortable operating in a dynamic, evolving environment
• Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on process optimization and controls
• Effective communicator with the ability to collaborate across both accounting and non‑finance teams
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and discretion