Financial Controller

Job Title: Financial Controller

Location: Dallas, TX

Duration: Fulltime

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled Financial Controller to lead our financial strategy, reporting, and compliance efforts. This role is critical in driving financial integrity, optimizing cash flow, and collaborating with shared services and key stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership capabilities, technical expertise, and a proven track record in financial management.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Leadership & Strategy

o Lead financial planning and collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve strategic goals.

o Ensure alignment of financial strategies with business objectives.

• Financial Reporting & Compliance

o Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely financial reports in compliance with accounting standards.

o Ensure adherence to tax regulations, accounting principles, and company policies.

o Manage internal and external audits, working closely with auditors.

o Maintain robust internal controls to safeguard company assets.

• Budgeting & Forecasting

o Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting process for North America.

o Provide variance analysis and financial insights to drive cost efficiency.

• Cash Flow & Treasury Management

o Monitor cash flow, optimize working capital, and manage liquidity.

o Oversee banking relationships, investments, and debt management.

• Risk Management & Compliance

o Identify and mitigate financial risks to ensure business continuity.

o Ensure compliance with financial regulations and industry best practices.

• Payroll & Compliance

o Oversee payroll processing, ensuring accuracy and compliance with tax and labor laws.

o Conduct payroll audits and manage third-party payroll providers.

• Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) and Due Diligence

o Support financial due diligence for potential mergers and acquisitions.

o Assess financial viability and integration planning for new opportunities.

• Cost Optimization & Process Improvement

o Identify opportunities for cost savings and operational efficiencies.

o Drive continuous improvement in accounting policies, financial systems, and automation.

• Audit & Internal Controls

o Ensure the company adheres to external audit requirements and internal control frameworks.

o Collaborate with internal teams to enhance governance and compliance.

• Team Leadership & Collaboration

o Manage, mentor, and develop the finance team.

o Work closely with shared services and other stakeholders to ensure seamless financial operations.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education: CA or CPA preferred.
• Experience: 12+ years in senior financial roles, preferably in a listed company. Experience of working with offshore shared services
• Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of accounting standards, tax regulations, and financial compliance.
• Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead teams, collaboration and drive strategic initiatives.
• M&A & Due Diligence: Experience in M&A and financial due diligence is a plus.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to lead financial strategy in a dynamic environment.
• Work closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Drive impactful financial initiatives that shape business growth.

key areas:

Financial reporting, compliance, and audit readiness
Budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
Treasury and cash flow optimization
Risk management and internal controls
Financial due diligence and M&A support
Process improvement and automation
Team leadership and collaboration with offshore services
What We re Looking For
CPA or CA (preferred)
10 12 years in senior financial roles (listed company experience is a plus)
Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP, tax laws, and internal controls
Strong hands-on experience with ERP systems (SAP/Oracle), Excel & financial modeling
A strategic thinker with a passion for operational efficiency and leadership