Financial Controller

Our client is seeking a Finance Controller to lead and manage the accounting and financial control functions across multiple geographies. The role is responsible for overseeing financial planning, budgeting, reporting, cash flow management, and internal controls while ensuring accurate interpretation of operational results to senior leadership. The Finance Controller will also support strategic decision-making by providing financial insights, ensuring compliance, and driving efficiency across financial operations.

• Develop, coordinate, and implement financial control systems including budgeting, forecasting, cost standards, and expense management.
  
• Monitor and evaluate business performance against approved operating plans and financial standards, providing clear analysis and reporting to management.
  
• Prepare and present financial statements, operational reports, and interpret financial results for leadership decision-making.
  
• Manage short-term and long-term cash flow planning to ensure adequate liquidity for business operations.
  
• Safeguard company assets through strong internal controls, audits, and insurance management.
  
• Oversee credit and collections processes, including approval of credit terms above defined thresholds.
  
• Support pricing strategies in collaboration with the marketing team.
  
• Provide financial data and insights to other departments to support operational efficiency and decision-making.
  
• Establish and maintain effective operational and organizational financial structures aligned with business objectives.
  
• Execute approved cash disbursements in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  
• Monitor inventory levels and highlight variances against budget or forecasts.
  
• Advise senior leadership on financial performance, risks, and strategic decisions.
  
• Lead budgeting processes and approve departmental budgets and expenditures.
  
• Ensure effective staffing, training, and development of finance personnel.
  
• Supervise, evaluate, and support direct reports, ensuring performance management systems are effectively implemented.
  
• Promote strong internal communication and coordination across departments.
  
• Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve financial performance.
  
• Ensure compliance with company policies, governance standards, and financial best practices.
  
• Perform any additional duties as assigned by senior management.