Full-Time EMEA Controller

What is this position about? The Financial Controller - EMEA will be responsible for the accounting and preparation of financial reporting for Blend EMEA, working closely with the global accounting function based in Uruguay to ensure alignment with global accounting policies. This role has a dual reporting line to the VP Controller (Uruguay) and the EMEA Finance Director (NL).

This position requires a start time of 7:00 AM GMT-3 to ensure better alignment with the EMEA time zone.

1. Role and Responsibilities
• Oversight of accounts payable (ensuring correct processing of supplier invoices and payments)
• Oversight of accounts receivable (ensuring correct processing of customer invoices and revenue recognition)
• Cash / Banks (payment processing and cashflow management and forecasting)
• Monthly close processes (accruals, corrections etc)
• Monthly balance sheet reconciliation
• Support the EMEA finance director in the preparation of monthly and quarterly financial reports (results, variance analysis etc)
• All tax related items include VAT, CIT, payroll tax.
• Yearly audit of multiple entities.
• Payroll approval and oversight for EMEA entities.
• Evaluating, developing, and improving department controls, systems, and procedures that increase accuracy and efficiency.
• Ensuring that all accounting processes align with GAAP and current financial legislation.
• Maintaining accurate and complete financial records and participating in audits or reconciliations, as needed.
• Keeping informed about the latest developments in the finance industry.
• Being the first point of contact for suppliers, banks, insurance companies and auditors.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong understanding of accounting, finance, and management principles
• Proficiency with Microsoft applications i.e. Word; Outlook; Excel and PowerPoint
• Experience with ERP systems, NetSuite preferred
• High level of efficiency and accuracy
• Attention to detail and the ability to analyze large amounts of data
• Experience working in Big 4 companies or Audit firms is a plus
• Hands-on, analytical, accurate, entrepreneurial mindset
• Previous exposure to working in data / consultancy / technology driven organizations
• Previous exposure / experience in scale-up environment
• Previous exposure to European working culture and environment, with EMEA financial controlling experience a huge plus
• Highly flexible and agile approach
• Excellent written and verbal English for clear and effective communication is a must!

Experience:

• We're looking for someone with 8+ years of experience in Finance, with a significant portion of that time being in a financial controller position.

Benefits:

• 🍔 Daily Lunches (headquarters): Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and sugar-free options. Gourmet meals every Friday with our on-site chef!
• ⚖️ Flexible Working Options to help you strike the right balance.
• 👨🏽‍💻 Equipment: Macbook and accessories.
• ☕ Snacks and Beverages available daily (headquarters).
• 🎮 After-Office Events: Football, tennis, and game nights (headquarters). Join our weekly football league and challenge your teammates. Enjoy tennis matches or join chess championships, game nights, and music nights!
• 📚 Learning Opportunities: AWS Certifications (we are AWS Partners). Study plans, courses, and other certifications. English Lessons. Learn from your teammates on Tech Tuesdays!
• 👩‍🏫 Mentoring and Development opportunities.
• 🎁 Anniversary and Birthday Gifts
• 🏡 Great Location and Great Teammates

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