We are looking for a Financial Controller who will also fulfill the bookkeeping tasks to manage the full accounting cycle, financial operations, and management reporting for two companies within the group. This role combines hands-on bookkeeping with financial analysis, reporting, and control responsibilities.
The adecuado candidate brings a minimum of 3 years of audit experience in a Big Four, strong accounting and tax knowledge, and fluency in English. Experience with SAP Business One (financial modules) is a strong plus.
Key Responsibilities
1. Accounting & Financial Operations (Two Companies)
- Manage the full bookkeeping cycle for both entities.
- Record and reconcile daily bank transactions, ensuring updated and accurate reconciliations.
- Review, validate, and post supplier and customer invoices, ensuring compliance with internal approval procedures and cost-center management.
- Maintain a well-organized digital archive of invoices and financial documents.
- Prepare payments for signature through online banking, including scheduling and approvals.
- Keep customer and supplier accounts fully reconciled, investigating and resolving discrepancies. Attention to information requirements of information.
- Ensure correct VAT and tax treatment of all transactions.
2. Tax Preparation & Compliance
- Prepare monthly and periodic tax filings (VAT, withholding taxes, and others).
- Prepare required documentation for tax authorities, auditors, and other third parties.
3. Month-End Closing
- Lead monthly closing processes for both entities, including: Accruals, Provisions, Prepayments, Depreciation…
- Review and reconcile balance sheet accounts.
- Maintain and update the fixed asset register and depreciation schedules.
- Act as the main point of contact for Head Quarters Financial department, internal and external auditors, preparing and providing the information they require.
4. Financial Controlling & Analysis
- Prepare monthly management reports (P&L;, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow, Budget vs Actual).
- Conduct detailed variance analysis vs. previous month and vs. annual budget.
- Identify the root causes of deviations and propose corrective measures.
- Support the preparation of the annual budget and quarterly forecast updates.
- Monitor cash flow, liquidity, and working capital for both companies.
5. Internal Controls & Continuous Improvement
- Ensure robust internal controls across accounting, payments, and reporting.
- Identify opportunities to streamline and improve financial processes.
- Collaborate with Operations, HR, Procurement, and Management by providing accurate and timely financial information.
- Participation in projects to improve the efficiency of the financial processes.
Requirements
Must-Haves
- Minimum 3 years of audit experience in a Big Four (PwC, EY, KPMG, Deloitte).
- Fluent in English.
- At least 3 years of experience in financial audit.
- Bachelor Degree in Business Administration, or a related field.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles (accruals, provisions, revenue recognition, etc.).
- Experience preparing documentation for tax filings.
- High proficiency in Excel and data analysis tools.
- Experience in bank reconciliations, monthly closings, and payment management.
Highly Valuable
- Experience with SAP Business One financial modules.
Key Competencies
- Strong attention to detail and high accuracy.
- Analytical mindset and strong problem-solving skills.
- Clear and effective communication.
- Proactive, hands-on, and a strong team player.
- Excellent organizational and time‑management skills.
- Autonomous, self-sufficient, reliable, and structured work style.
- Positive attitude towards new challenges and high-pressure situations.