International Accounting Lead
Leads financial close, statutory reporting, technical accounting, tax oversight, and controllership for international entities while managing a high-performing team. Requires 10+ years of accounting or audit experience, a professional certification, and expertise in US GAAP, IFRS, and FRS 102.
About the job
Responsibilities
- Lead the end-to-end monthly close of US GAAP books, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness.
- Oversee the preparation and submission of comprehensive regulatory and financial reporting deliverables.
- Lead financial statement preparation, audit support, and technical documentation, including presentations to the Board of Directors.
- Monitor and adapt to changes in global accounting and tax regulations to maintain compliance.
- Oversee and support the preparation of direct and indirect tax returns.
- Mentor, guide, and manage the professional development of a high-performing controllership team.
- Partner with Tax, Transfer Pricing, Treasury, Finance and Strategy, and Legal teams on strategic projects.
- Develop a deep understanding of company transactions and contracts to advise cross-functional teams effectively.
- Oversee and optimize relationships with finance outsourcing vendors and auditors.
- Maintain fluency in US GAAP and IFRS/FRS 102, researching complex accounting issues and producing clear technical accounting memos.
- Evaluate, recommend, and implement AI solutions to drive measurable process improvements across teams.
Requirements
- Active ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent professional certification.
- 10+ years of progressive accounting or audit experience.
- Technical expertise and practical application of IFRS, FRS 102, and US GAAP.
- Experience managing large-scale statutory audits involving central and local teams, as well as overseeing tax filings.
- Experience leading and delivering cross-functional initiatives.
- Proactive, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
- Exceptional attention to detail with strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong ability to partner and communicate effectively across diverse internal teams.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in Big Four accounting, payments, financial services, or technology.
- Proficiency with enterprise accounting systems, such as Oracle or similar ERP platforms.
- Experience working in a high-growth or rapidly scaling environment.
Skills
US GAAP, Ifrs, Frs 102, Aca, Acca, Cima, Statutory Reporting, Financial Close, Financial Statements, Tax Filings, Technical Accounting, Oracle Erp, Audit Management, Transfer Pricing, Treasury
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