Senior Country Financial Controller (contractor)

About us: 

At Amber, we're always on the hunt for the most talented individuals in the industry to join our team. We're dedicated to delivering top-notch service to our customers and know that our employees are key to making that happen. We offer attractive compensation packages and plenty of chances to grow with us, and we're always on the lookout for ways to do things better. Our team works together towards common goals and we value each member's contributions to our mission of continuous improvement and innovation. 

About the role:   

The Financial Consolidation Systems & Reporting Analyst has a broad scope role and playing a key part in delivering Amber Group's financial reporting in a timely & accurately manner. The role manages and utilizes the systems that support the group’s monthly, quarterly and annual Management & External Financial Reporting, including support for reporting processes. 

The Quest:   

Month end closing process 

• Driving and monitoring the monthly close timetable, assisting reporting units with accurate & timely month end reporting 
• Prepare the consolidation of Income Statement / Balance Sheet/ Cash Flow reports 
• Preparation of reporting of Business units 
• Analytical review of Group Reporting and intercompany reconciliation 
• Partnering with other Finance functions - Tax/Treasury/Statutory/External Reporting/ Controllership for ad hoc projects focusing on process improvements for reporting of Actuals and Forecasting 

Systems support 

• Responsible for monitoring of local accounting mapping vs global accounting matrix & maintaining mappings 
• Training support for central finance systems 
• Continuous improvement of accounting and reporting processes including adoption of automation 
• Liaising with external consultants on application development and with IT on software and application upgrades, including development, design, testing, and documentation 

Control Environment 

• Commitment to support a world class control environment 
• Extensive audit support and internal controls 

We value

• Excellence in presentation, verbal, and written communications skills 
• IT tool administration experience preferred but not essential, although a commitment towards an IT system based future career path is essential 
• Outstanding analytical mindset; highly motivated, independent self-starter, enjoys working to tight deadlines, and problem solving 
• Patient and determined to deal remotely and independently with co-workers globally at all levels. Ability to make solutions to complex problems simple & understandable 
• Flexible and willing to meet the needs of the business 

The Skills:   

• 5+ years Finance work experience 
• Bachelor's degree or master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field 
• Good technical accounting skills including good knowledge of complex Group Financial Consolidations and detailed understanding of Financial Reporting (IFRS standards) 
• Experience in process optimization. 
• Must be able to make decisions and solve problems that are general in nature and for which there are no precedents. 
• Able to prioritize work to meet scheduled deadlines while handling multiple tasks. 
• Strong analytical skills and a flair for numbers. 
• Ability to think creatively, highly-driven and self-motivated 
• Highly organized. 
• Honesty, integrity and reliability.
• Demonstrated ability to roll-up sleeves and work with team members in a hands-on management capacity 

The Reward:  

• A fun and dynamic industry where you can make a difference.  
• Professional and friendly work environment.   
• Awesome and talented colleagues.  
• Support from all your teammates.  
• Access to training and learning programs