Financial & Controlling Specialist

Job description

About this role

As the Financial & Controlling Specialist, you will be responsible for maintaining the accuracy of the general ledger, supporting month-end close activities, preparing financial analyses, and ensuring compliance with IFRS and U.S. GAAP. You'll review accounting information generated through the company's shared services environment, reconcile financial data, monitor inventory and asset management activities, and provide financial insights that support business operations. This role is ideal for an accounting professional who enjoys combining technical accounting expertise with financial analysis, process improvement, and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the accuracy of the general ledger by reviewing financial transactions, posting journal entries, and reconciling accounts.
• Review daily operational, cash receipt, and accounting transactions to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Support the integrity of financial records while maintaining compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements in accordance with IFRS and U.S. GAAP.
• Perform account analysis and investigate variances or discrepancies.
• Support recurring financial reporting and provide insights to leadership when needed.
• Perform monthly bank, credit card, and intercompany reconciliations.
• Assist with month-end close activities and support the broader Controlling team during close cycles.
• Identify financial risks and recommend corrective actions when discrepancies arise.
• Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable & Asset Management
• Monitor accounts receivable collections and support accounts payable inquiries.

Qualifications and requirements

• 3–5 years of professional accounting experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (degree required; CPA not required).
• Experience preparing financial statements, performing account reconciliations, and supporting month-end close activities.
• Experience working with accounts receivable, accounts payable, and general ledger accounting.
• Experience within manufacturing, inventory, or cost accounting environments is preferred.
• Valid U.S. visa and willingness to travel to the U.S. 3–4 times per year (about one week per trip).
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and U.S. GAAP, with the ability to prepare compliant financial reports and analyze accounting transactions.
• Proficiency using SAP for accounting, financial reporting, and general ledger activities.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with experience analyzing financial data, creating reports, and managing large datasets.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify financial discrepancies and recommend solutions.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.
• Experience with financial modeling, Coupa, SRM, AI-powered finance tools, or newer SAP platforms is considered an advantage.