Our client is seeking a Head of Accounting & Control for a multinational trading group within the financial services sector. This key leadership position is located in the Isle of Man, with the possibility of being based in South Africa. The successful applicant will take full ownership of the accounting and financial control functions, ensuring the integrity of financial reporting across multiple jurisdictions. This is a full-time, permanent role reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer.
JOB DUTIES:
- Lead the production and review of monthly consolidated group financial statements in line with both US GAAP and applicable local GAAP standards.
- Ensure timely, accurate, and complete submission of consolidated financial information to group headquarters.
- Oversee IFRS to US GAAP conversion processes where applicable.
- Maintain and enhance the quality and consistency of financial reporting across all subsidiary and affiliate entities.
- Own and oversee the production of management reporting, providing accurate and insightful financial information.
- Design and implement a robust internal control environment to protect company-owned assets.
- Lead compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) designated key controls, ensuring adherence to the group’s Financial Accounting Policies & Procedures.
- Coordinate and manage the execution of annual external and internal audits across all relevant entities.
- Drive software and systems initiatives that enhance reporting efficiency and financial control.
- Lead, develop, and performance-manage a direct report, providing guidance to regional finance and accounting teams.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Essential: ACA, CA (SA), or CPA qualification; minimum 8 to 12 years of progressive post-qualification experience in financial control, accounting, or audit.
- Demonstrable experience in a senior leadership role with ownership of an accounting or control function within a multinational environment.
- Proven expertise in US GAAP reporting, including consolidated financial statement preparation and oversight.
- Solid working knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) controls and compliance requirements.
- Experience in coordinating external and internal audit processes.
- Proficiency in ERP systems in a multi-entity, multi-currency environment.
- Fluency in English, both written and spoken.
- Preferred: Experience within a commodity trading or related business; Spanish language proficiency; proficiency in MS365 applications; experience with AI and data analytics tools.
WHAT YOU'LL LOVE:
In this role, you will lead initiatives that drive financial reporting efficiency and control, fostering a culture of accuracy and accountability. You will have the opportunity to shape best practices across a diverse, multinational environment while directly contributing to the strategic financial objectives of the group.
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