Overview
This role is for a dedicated Senior Controller (AI-enabled) supporting the financial health of growing US-based SMEs. The position focuses on traditional month-end and year-end control responsibilities while using AI-enabled tools to automate data processing, improve forecasting, and produce faster, clearer financial insights.
Responsibilities
- Lead month-end and year-end financial close processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance for US-based businesses.
- Use AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT Advanced Data Analysis, Microsoft Copilot) to analyze large financial datasets, identify spending anomalies, and generate narrative reports on financial performance.
- Build and maintain rolling cash flow forecasts, financial models, and annual budgets using AI-assisted forecasting software to predict trends.
- Implement and manage AI-driven OCR and AP/AR automation to streamline invoice processing and reduce human error (e.g., Bill.com, Dext).
- Prepare and present monthly financial performance packages (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) to executive leadership.
- Coordinate with external CPA firms for tax preparation and compliance requirements.
Requirements
- 4–6+ years of progressive experience in Financial Controlling, FP&A, or Corporate Finance.
- Proven experience supporting U.S.-based companies or clients.
- Strong knowledge of US GAAP and financial reporting.
- Hands-on experience managing month-end and year-end closing processes.
- Experience preparing and analyzing P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow, budgets, and financial forecasts.
- Advanced proficiency using QuickBooks Online, Xero, or NetSuite.
- Practical experience using AI tools (ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot) for financial analysis, reporting, forecasting, and process automation.
- Experience with financial automation, OCR, and AP/AR tools such as Bill.com or Dext.
- Advanced English proficiency (C1) with excellent executive communication and presentation skills.
- Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills.
- Experience implementing AI-powered financial workflows.
- Cash flow forecasting, budgeting, variance analysis, and financial modeling.
- Experience coordinating with external CPA firms on tax and compliance matters.
- Experience building automated reports, macros, and complex Excel formulas.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive compensation.
- 100% remote work structure with a standard Monday-Friday schedule.
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