Financial Control Senior Analyst

The Financial Control Senior Analyst ensures the integrity, accuracy, and compliance of financial reporting and accounting processes. As an experienced individual contributor, the role leads complex activities such as period-end closing, compensation accounting, financial reporting, and cost management.

Position Responsibilities

1) Accounting & Reporting

• Record-to-Report: Lead implementation of new accounting standards; assess complex transactions; validate financial data accuracy.
• Period Close: Oversee month-end close (journal entries, accruals, reconciliations); maintain GL integrity; approve reconciliations and submissions.
• Compensation & Benefits: Ensure compliance in payroll and benefits accounting; collaborate with HR; analyze trends for planning.
• Financial Reporting & Compliance: Prepare/review financial statements; identify compliance risks; ensure timely reporting.
• Reporting & Analytics: Design reporting systems; review ad-hoc analyses; develop performance tools; support incentive plans.
• Accounting Advisory: Act as SME for complex accounting issues, new standards, and strategic initiatives.

2) Cost Management & Planning

• Apply advanced costing methods; analyze variances; lead cost-reduction initiatives.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and scenario planning; analyze cost drivers.
• Manage expense recording, allocation, and audits across entities.

3) Process, Controls & Systems

• Drive process improvements; ensure SOX compliance; support audits.
• Maintain ERP expertise; recommend system enhancements; oversee cost center setup.

4) Collaboration, Projects & Stakeholders

• Communicate complex financial info clearly; engage stakeholders.
• Manage project components; monitor progress; resolve obstacles.
• Contribute to finance modernization; foster teamwork; influence cross-functional alignment.

Required Qualifications

Education & Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA required; CMA/CFA preferred.

Experience:

• 4–6 years in financial control, accounting operations, and reporting (R2R, P2P, O2C).
• Expertise in complex transactions, financial reporting, cost analysis, and compliance.
• Proven involvement in cross-functional projects and process improvements.

Technical Skills:

• Advanced knowledge of IFRS/US GAAP and professional accounting standards.
• Strong in transactional accounting, period-end close, and financial statement preparation.
• Proficiency in cost accounting, variance analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.
• ERP systems expertise (SAP, Oracle); experience with Fieldglass, Ivalua, and reporting tools preferred.
• Ability to assess and enhance system functionality; support tech implementations.

Core Competencies:

• Analytical rigor and problem-solving for complex financial data.
• Advanced communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Independent yet collaborative work style; proactive and adaptable.
• Leadership through expertise—guiding peers without formal management.
• Ownership of deliverables with accuracy and timeliness.
• Strategic thinking aligned with business transformation initiatives.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and fostering an inclusive environment.

When you join our team:

• We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.
• We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.
• As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see.