Financial Controller

About us

As a highly-regarded high-tech unicorn company, we have been making a positive global impact since 2013. Harnessing the power of innovative mobile technologies, our core product is redefining ride-hailing, while simultaneously introducing new business verticals that are propelling us toward becoming a super app. With our cutting-edge solutions and dynamic work environment, we provide a unique opportunity for individuals to contribute to our mission of combating injustice on a global scale.

We seek an experienced US Controller to join our team. This position reports to the Corporate Controller and will be working closely with the VP, Chief Accounting Officer, International Controllers, and Accounting Hubs.

The US Controller will play a pivotal role in managing the accuracy and completeness of accounting records under US GAAP as well as tax compliance aspects. This role will involve actively driving process improvements in the worldwide financial closing and reporting process.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter, technically proficient in US GAAP, NetSuite, and US Taxes with a history of previous controllership roles. This person should also have proven success in working cross-functionally and have excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities :

• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting with adherence to US GAAP principles.
• Oversee standard controllership activities including the following:
• Maintaining the general ledger
• Supporting the month-end close process
• Ensuring the accuracy of intercompany reconciliations
• Adhering to a comprehensive set of controls designed to mitigate risks
• Coordinate all the above functions with an outsourced provider and the internal international accounting service center.
• Ensure compliance with all tax-related matters in the US
• Support the development and implementation of accounting policies and procedures to enhance efficiency and compliance.
• Provide expertise on US Tax regulatory framework
• Coordinate with FP&A to produce monthly and quarterly Forecast vs. Actual reporting.
• Provide proactive cross-functional support to various departments, embodying a customer service mentality
• Provide local financial, tax, accounting, and reporting expertise for decision-making
• Able to work with minimal supervision

Qualifications

• 8+ years’ experience in Accounting and Tax, 2-3 years experience as a Controller
• Big 4 Accounting background
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and US Tax regulations
• Experience working in technology companies is preferred
• Proficiency with NetSuite is preferred
• Excellent leadership and communication skills
• Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy

We offer:

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity for professional and personal growth with a rapidly growing multinational, unicorn tech company
• Global Exposure
• Career Growth: We are expanding our successful global footprint to the USA, marking an exciting opportunity to join our dynamic and growing business from the ground up. With a proven track record in 47 other countries, this is the perfect time to become part of our journey and contribute to our success in the region
• Remote work