As an integral member of the Finance management team, the Junior Controller will be key in helping drive the future growth of our businesses. The Junior Controller’s main responsibilities include assisting the Group Controller in overseeing financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting, bank and treasury, compliance, and internal control corporate governance.
Primary Responsibilities
- Assist in the implementation and management of systems, policies and controls necessary to ensure the effective financial management of the business, and the accuracy and quality of information.
- Ensure the accuracy, timing, and integrity of financial reporting results including oversight of full cycle accounting for all operating entities and the timely preparation of monthly and quarterly financial reports.
- Support the Group Controller with the budgeting and forecasting process to assist the business teams in assessing their progress.
- Collaborate with external accountants, coordinate with the internal team, and assemble information for the annual audit.
- Continually fine tune reports to ensure maximum support for decision making at the operational level.
- Liaise with tax authorities regarding possible company audits.
- Maintain day-to-day banking relations.
- Other duties as may be assigned
Knowledge & Skills
- Strong knowledge and understanding of financial reporting requirements including PFRS (Philippines) and ASPE (Canada).
- Excellent analytical skills; attention to detail and presentation of information
- Ability to work under pressure; ability to prioritize multiple projects and meet tight deadlines
- Ability to build strong internal working relationships and be an effective communicator
- Strong leadership and managerial skills, strategic-thinking and problem-solving skills
- Have a project management mindset and the ability to see a project through from beginning to end while demonstrating the ability to both multi-task effectively and prioritize tasks
- Be results-oriented and process driven, with high expectations of self and team
- Have a positive outlook, and be able to effectively receive and communicate feedback
- Strong MS Office skills in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Education & Experience
- Undergraduate degree in finance or business administration or equivalent
- Possession of a recognized professional Accounting or Finance Designation (CPA)
- Five (5) years leadership experience in a similar role.
- Relevant industry experience, or experience working with a diverse portfolio of companies would be considered an asset