Financial Controller

Summary

Join our client, a family-owned vacation rental property management company, as their Financial Controller. You will oversee all aspects of financial management, including reporting, budgeting, accounting, and compliance. This role requires ensuring the accuracy of financial statements and contributing to strategic financial planning. You will manage the accounting department, develop and manage the annual budget, and implement internal controls. The position involves managing cash flow, providing financial insights to senior management, and supervising a team of finance professionals. This is a permanent, full-time, work-from-home position.

Requirements

Experienced financial professional

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow)
• Analyze financial performance and provide recommendations for improving profitability, cost management, and financial efficiency
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting in compliance with local, national, and international financial regulations (e.g., GAAP, IFRS)
• Prepare forecasts, financial projections, and variance analysis
• Oversee the accounting department, ensuring accurate processing of accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and other financial transactions
• Ensure that all financial data is processed and recorded correctly in the general ledger
• Manage the month-end and year-end close processes
• Develop and manage the company’s annual budgeting process
• Work closely with department heads to assess financial needs, set financial goals, and align resources with business strategy
• Monitor budget performance, track expenditures, and identify areas for cost savings
• Implement and enforce internal controls and accounting procedures to safeguard company assets and ensure accurate financial reporting
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations and oversee preparation of tax returns
• Coordinate with external auditors for annual audits and ensure all audit recommendations are addressed
• Manage cash flow, ensuring the business has adequate working capital for day-to-day operations
• Oversee the management of company investments, banking relationships, and debt obligations
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to senior management to support decision-making and strategic planning
• Assist in evaluating financial performance across departments and recommend improvements
• Support M&A activities, including due diligence and integration planning when applicable
• Supervise and develop a team of accountants, analysts, and finance professionals
• Conduct performance reviews, set goals, and ensure continuous development and training within the team

Benefits

• Work from Home
• Full-time
• Permanent