Own the preparation and review of all portfolio month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close deliverables, including statement of cash flows, dividend declarations, earnout/holdback calculations and payments
Own the treasury function — including monthly cash requirements reporting, banking administration, debt, and contingent consideration reconciliation — maintaining accurate portfolio-level cash visibility at all times
Actively identify and implement AI-assisted automation opportunities within the controllership and treasury function, reducing manual processing time and increasing capacity for higher-value analytical work
Lead the intercompany reconciliation and recharges process across all entities, ensuring balances are accurately allocated and resolved
Maintain and enforce the portfolio’s internal controls framework and Risk Control Matrix; coordinate the internal and external audit processes
Maintain Employee Authorisations and Approval Matrices across the portfolio; ensure banking administration is current and all signatories are correctly maintained
Coordinate tax compliance obligations where required, specifically transfer pricing arrangements; consult with external advisors as required
Support acquisition integration from a technical accounting perspective — including step plan adherence, revenue recognition checklists, PPA model review
Build and maintain effective working relationships with entity finance leads; provide technical accounting guidance and policy clarification without creating dependency or interfering with entity autonomy
Requirements
CPA, CA, or equivalent professional accounting qualification is required
Advanced Excel skills; demonstrated experience using AI tools (Claude, Copilot, or equivalent) to automate finance workflows; Python or Power Query experience is a strong advantage
Deep IFRS technical knowledge — specifically IFRS 15 (revenue recognition), IFRS 16 (leases), and IFRS 3 (business combinations / PPA); consolidation accounting experience is essential
Hands-on experience with OneStream and Great Plains is preferred
Ability to perform under pressure and meet deadlines
High integrity and personal ethics due to sensitive issues and information this role entails
Desire to improve processes and systems rather than just keep the status quo
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; capable of working with cross-functional and international teams
Well organized, detail oriented and able to work variable hours when required