Controller - Bigart Ecosystems, LLC

Intertek Alchemy (Wisetail / PlayerLync) is seeking a self-motivated, autonomous, intellectually curious Corporate Controller to join the organization. This position is responsible in supporting the day to day management of the Company's account operations, including the production of financial reports and analysis, review of contracts, record and review of journal entries, maintenance of an adequate system of accounting records, and a comprehensive set of controls.

What you'll do:

• Work closely with stakeholders to build monthly, quarterly, annual budgets including SaaS revenue forecasts in a timely manner
• Develop and maintain timely and accurate financial statements and reports that are appropriate for the users and in accordance with US generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) (IFRS)
• Oversee the preparation of a detailed monthly analysis of financial results that highlights the key drivers for actual performance compared to the budget and prior year actual results
• Act as a trusted advisor and provide ad hoc support to business leaders for items related to sales, revenue, contract value and expenses
• Look for ways to improve the accuracy and automation of the current forecasting process
• Play a key role in the Finance organization, including improving management reporting, mentoring team members and assisting with business optimization
• Coordinate activities to ensure an efficient annual external audit process
• Monthly and quarterly KPI and related insight reporting to Executive management
• Prepare all supporting information for the annual audit and liaise with the external auditors as necessary
• Ensuring all month-end Cognos pack preparation processes are completed in line with group reporting deadlines;
• Reviewing and understanding the financial results for US operations and presenting/discussing those results to/with business FP&As.
• Review of high-level Balance Sheet commentaries prepared by your team before distribution to sites with post month-end ' deep-dive ' reviews - reviewing information gathered ensuring discussion is fully documented
• Continuous process improvement, including balance sheet and other reconciliation processes
• Ensuring that a strong financial control environment is maintained and having a detailed understanding of all balances under their control
• Supporting the business FP&As with the annual budgeting and weekly/monthly forecasting processes, as required
• Supporting the FP&A team with US-wide ad-hoc and routine analysis and reporting requests
• Review of balance sheet reconciliations prepared by the team ensuring open items are cleared
• Assist with auditor queries throughout year-end close
• Close link with the Finance Operations (i.e. Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and Financial Control team) towers of the US SSC to ensure quick resolution of issues and refinement of processes.
• Direct management of two accounting personnel, and indirectly other accounting professionals, supporting their career development and progression
• Ensuring appropriate delegation of tasks and development of team.

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting, or equivalent experience required, preferably with an MBA or CPA designation
• 7-10 years of relative experience in Accounting or a similar field
• Minimum 2 years of Big 4 or Public Audit/Accounting experience
• Excellent knowledge of Generally Accepting Accounting Principles (GAAP), IFRS and related standards
• High level of integrity and dependability
• Proven track record for driving process efficiencies.
• Superior analytical skills with the ability to manage large volumes of transactions and data.
• High level of Excel and spreadsheet skills.
• Strong initiative with excellent organization skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to think outside the box.
• Must be enthusiastic, personable and have excellent written and spoken communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and deliver on deadlines
• Demonstrates good organizational skills
• Strong IT skills (Excel (minimum pivot tables/lookups/graphs etc.), PowerBi)
• Experience of IBM Cognos Controller, NetSuite Oracle, and Intuit Quickbooks an advantage
• Integrity to handle sensitive and confidential data
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast paced and dynamic work environment with a strong sense of urgency.
• Ability to work overtime when required.
• Ability to interact effectively at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions

A career with Intertek means joining a global network of professionals dedicated to bringing quality and safety to life. Our vision is to become the world's most trusted partner for Quality Assurance and we offer our employees the chance to make an impact with attractive growth opportunities in this industry on a global scale.

We offer a salary and benefit package competitively placed within the local market, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement and more.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status or on the basis of disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, all hires are required to pass a pre-employment drug test.

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#LI-DR1Intertek is a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide. Our network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices in more than 100 countries, delivers innovative and bespoke Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification (ATIC) solutions for our customers' operations and supply chains. Working at Intertek means joining a global network of state-of-the-art facilities and passionate people who deliver superior customer service with a purpose of bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.