Finance Controller, Assistant Vice President

at  State Street

INTERNATIONAL FINANCIAL DATA SERVICES (IFDS)

Our Culture
Our employees tell us that the best part of working at IFDS is the people. Our culture is friendly, supportive, and inclusive.
It is important to us that you can show up at IFDS as your whole self, safely and confidently.
We are genuinely committed to ensuring that diversity, equity and inclusion are integrated into the fabric of all that we do.
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Our Business
We are a world leading Transfer Agency that delivers premium service solutions to the world’s largest financial services companies. We have offices in Ireland and Luxembourg. Our close connections with our two shareholders, State Street and SS&C Technology Inc, ensures our global reach and access to advanced digital software solutions for our clients.
Finance Controller, Assistant Vice President (M/F)
Permanent Position
Position Overview:
Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) based in Luxembourg, this function has responsibilities which span both our Luxembourg & Ireland entities.
The Controller is responsible for financial management, budgeting, forecasting and control for the Luxembourg / Ireland region. He / she will combine baseline finance knowledge and functionality with a focus on analysis and supporting business development.
He / she works closely as a business partner with TA Senior Management in both locations; other IFDS locations which provide accounting and finance support as well as with the other stakeholders.
Given the cross-company nature of the structure, the Controller liaises daily with the dedicated IFDS accounting personnel based in Canada.
The role has broad responsibilities and requires both significant hands-on work as well as the maturity to run projects and provide guidance and leadership to other team members.

Responsibilities:

• Monthly accounting close Luxembourg / Ireland, in conjunction with finance team based in Canada
• Assist in preparing and submitting cash flows, forecasts, budgets for Luxembourg / Ireland
• Reviewing and finalizing VAT and tax information prepared by the accounting team for submission to our VAT and tax advisors
• Analysing results against forecast and budget and provide advice regarding remedial action, if required
• Preparing and submitting financial reporting to our stakeholders
• Review and approve invoices for payment
• Preparing ad-hoc analysis and reporting as required
• Provide support to the CFO as required
• Delegate for the CFO in case of absence
• Assist in pricing new business and in setting up new revenue opportunities

Occasional travel may be required.
Competency requirements:

Education:

• Master degree in Finance / Accounting, Management or Economics
• Accounting qualification (CA, CPA,…) is desirable

Professional Experience:

• 7+ years of applicable business experience
• Proven track record in analytical role with strong financial discipline, skills and knowledge
• Good accounting knowledge
• Experience in financial services sector would be an advantage
• Previous role as accounting manager, head of finance or senior controller would be an advantage
• Previous exposure to VAT and Tax reporting would be an advantage
• Experience at a Big Four accounting firm or internal audit would be an advantage

Technical skills:

• Ability to work independently and together with colleagues across different locations
• Strong interpersonal, presentation and written communication skills with ability to interact professionally with all levels of local and regional management
• Fluent in both oral and written English
• Good working knowledge of either French or German
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office suite

IFDS is an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We value diversity both in background, as well as skills and experience.
You may not meet all of the requirements outlined in the above job description but we would still like to hear from you.

• Monthly accounting close Luxembourg / Ireland, in conjunction with finance team based in Canada
• Assist in preparing and submitting cash flows, forecasts, budgets for Luxembourg / Ireland
• Reviewing and finalizing VAT and tax information prepared by the accounting team for submission to our VAT and tax advisors
• Analysing results against forecast and budget and provide advice regarding remedial action, if required
• Preparing and submitting financial reporting to our stakeholders
• Review and approve invoices for payment
• Preparing ad-hoc analysis and reporting as required
• Provide support to the CFO as required
• Delegate for the CFO in case of absence
• Assist in pricing new business and in setting up new revenue opportunitie