Group Controller

Overview

This role is part of the organization’s Americas/Australia/New Zealand Portfolio, which includes 20+ business units organized into Groups with a Group Leader and Group Finance Leader.

The Group Controller will report directly to the Group Finance Leader and play a key role in group reporting, working with group business units to improve financial reporting and internal finance systems/processes.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with business units to ensure timely and accurate preparation and review of financial deliverables for quarter/year-end close.
• Identify opportunities to enhance reporting practices and lead implementation of standardized reporting aligned with best-in-class requirements.
• Support internal and external audits, including preparation and submission of annual statutory filings, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Ensure revenues, operational expenses, capital expenses, and reserves are recorded accurately in adherence with GAAP/IFRS and best-in-class policies.
• Provide comprehensive review and support for accounting analysis related to significant transactions, including business combinations, acquisitions, and revenue recognition, ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards and accurate financial reporting.
• Support reorganizations (including restructuring of business units) by assessing and implementing necessary changes to processes, controls, and daily operations for smooth transition.
• Design and lead training programs to enhance financial acumen throughout the group.
• Conduct regular reviews of account reconciliations and evaluate the control environment to ensure alignment with risk management objectives and strengthen internal controls.
• Assist in managing multiple financial integration projects for newly acquired business units, ensuring alignment with organizational financial systems and processes.
• Prepare and analyze financial reports for internal and external stakeholders, with a focus on variance analysis and key operating ratios to identify issues, opportunities, and emerging trends.
• Manage and optimize accounting information systems to improve efficiency and accuracy of financial reporting.
• Provide critical insights to leadership to support data-driven decision-making.
• Foster and maintain strong, collaborative relationships across the organization.
• Provide training and development opportunities to enhance the skills and growth of finance team members.

Requirements

• BS in finance or accounting.
• CPA or equivalent accounting certification or qualification strongly preferred.
• 10+ years accounting or finance experience; 2+ years in a management position preferred.
• Hands-on exposure to Percentage of Completion (POC) accounting is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of internal controls and accounting principles (IFRS/GAAP).
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Exemplary personal ethics and integrity, with a commitment to maintaining confidentiality.
• Proven ability to improve processes and systems to increase efficiency and productivity.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with a willingness to work flexible hours when necessary.
• Driven, enthusiastic, and focused on delivering results with strong ownership and accountability.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues across different time zones and cultural backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or equivalent accounting certification or qualification.
• 2+ years in a management position.
• Hands-on exposure to Percentage of Completion (POC) accounting.

Compensation & Benefits

• Worker type: Regular

Location

• Americas/Australia/New Zealand Portfolio (20+ business units organized into Groups).