Financial Controller

at  Helix Leisure

Fueling the business of fun.
Not just a game-changer, it’s a life-changer. Designed to deliver a superior guest experience, the software solutions platform is a complete integrated solution made to enable business owners to achieve greater operational efficiency while reducing costs and increasing profitability.
With Embed’s platform, a business (single or multi-location) has real-time visibility and control across the entire operation: a full range of games management, real-time prize inventory, from guest party planning and bookings via mobile to integrated point-of-sales, including bundles and upsell packages, self-recycling game card kiosks and so much more. And it is all interconnected.
We have offices across the globe: USA, EMEA, and Asia. With more than 1,000 customers and over 3,000 installations in 56 countries, we are equipped and ready to empower Family Entertainment businesses with direct sales, services, and support anytime, anywhere.
We are in the business of fun and no one takes fun more seriously than us, which is why we put our people at the heart of everything we do, and how we do it. Get inspired because no one’s having more fun than us.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Finance Controller leads the team in performing all Finance and Accounting functions, ensuring the Group management and financial and tax reporting requirements are met, including a robust internal control framework. You will manage a team of finance managers/ assistant finance managers/ finance executives and will be hands-on in the reports and deliveries of the Finance & Accounting department. This is a key position in the Group, assisting the CFO in all financial reporting aspects for the Embed Business Unit.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• At least 10 years of experience in a Senior position, preferably with experience in commercial B2B, distribution, and technology solutions industry
• Chartered Accountant or CPA with accounting degree
• At least 5 years of experience in a Finance Business Partner role with strong FP&A exposure
• Experience in using a widely recognized accounting package such as NetSuite, SAP or Oracle
• Ability to handle multi business setup with different business models and multiple stakeholders
• Experience in global markets- APAC, EMEA and North and South America
• Previous experience group reporting, including handling the audit of reporting package
• People management experience
• Ability to meet deadlines under pressure
• Sound knowledge of the Microsoft Office application suite especially excel, power BI, etc

Special Requirements

• Able to take late calls with USA teams to resolve issues or regular weekly meeting(s)
• Able to work outside of normal hours at month end
• Able to travel (2-3 times a year)

• Oversee all company accounts, group consolidation and investments
• Create monthly and annual reports to identify results, trends, and financial forecasts
• Drive Cashflow initiatives and manage cash flow by monitoring group cashflow by tracking transactions and regularly reviewing internal reports
• Provide executive management with advice on the financial implications of business activities
• Proactive review, update and improve the accounting systems, including procure-to-pay, order to cash, records to reports processes
• Lead in budget preparation each year, with close communication and collaboration with business units on strategies including discussion of drivers for revenue and costs to substantiate the growth projections in budget and 3-year strategic plan update
• Ensure that all financial transactions are properly recorded, filed, and reported and in line with SLA with BUs
• Establish and implement financial reporting systems to comply with government regulations and legislation
• Review and update Internal control questionnaire on internal controls and governance
• Collaborate with auditing services to ensure proper compliance with all regulations
• Monthly review of balance sheets and their supporting schedules and investigate into any abnormalities
• Examine all financial reports and data closely to check for discrepancies
• Lead and use NetSuite ERP to manage all finance related business processes
• Manage Group insurance portfolio, as part of the risk management framework
• Monitor AR, billing & credit memo processes and customer credit standing to ensure a healthy debt collection practice, PFDD policy is adhered to and billing accuracy
• Monitor AP and vendor credit terms in balance of the Group financial cash flow position and competitive advantage as a good pay master
• Oversee tax compliance, tax planning and tax accounting. Responsible for all tax filings required for countries and states
• Coordinate and liaise with Group auditors for the finalization of accounts