Financial Controller at MarcoPolo Learning
London W2 1AY, , United Kingdom -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Dec, 25

Salary

95000.0

Posted On

09 Sep, 25

Experience

7 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Ownership, Excel, Financial Metrics, Reporting, Communication Skills, Financial Reporting, Consolidation, Intercompany Transactions, Powerpoint

Industry

Financial Services

Description

REQUIREMENTS:

  • At least 7+ years of relevant functional experience (preferably in SaaS) and currently performing as a Controller or in a similar role.
  • Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or CPA), with strong working knowledge of both UK and US financial regulations .
  • Experience managing multi-entity or cross-border accounting functions, ideally including consolidation, intercompany transactions, and local tax filings in both the UK and US.
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks.
  • Attention to detail, data-driven, and hands-on.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
  • Knowledge and strong command of ERP systems and other applications (e.g., Hubspot, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Skilled in managing SaaS sales and financial metrics as well as overseeing company pipeline reviews and reporting.
  • Proven leader and self-starter with the ability to take ownership of accounting functions.
  • Ability to deliver accurate financial reporting and budget vs. actual reporting for managers, CEO, and Board.
  • Comfortable working with cross-functional teams across multiple time zones, especially collaborating closely with US-based stakeholders.
  • Experience managing and maintaining client contracts and related accounting processes.
  • Experience with deferred revenues and related billings processes.Service/contracting experience is a plus.
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Responsibilities
  • Oversee all financial operations and direct corporate financial planning and structure.
  • Prepare timely and detailed financial reports, including monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
  • Conduct detailed financial analysis and provide strategic recommendations to the executive team.
  • Monitor and analyze monthly operating results against budget and provide variance analysis.
  • Implement budgetary controls and ensure adherence to the financial plan.
  • Manage cash flow, ensuring the company has the funds needed for operational and growth activities.
  • Optimize the company’s liquidity position by managing working capital, inventory, and capital expenditures.
  • Implement and manage an efficient invoicing system and process as the company scales
  • Ensure compliance with financial regulations across both the UK and US, including UK GAAP, IFRS, US GAAP (ASC 606), and internal company policies.
  • Conduct internal audits to assess financial health and operational efficiency.
  • Provide guidance related to adherence to ASC 606.
  • Provide accounting expertise on M&A transactions from pre-acquisition due diligence through post-acquisition integration.
  • Oversee tax compliance and reporting requirements in both the UK (VAT, PAYE, Corporation Tax) and US (Federal/State filings), coordinating with external advisors as needed.
  • Coordinate and manage the company audit.Abilities to communicate effectively with the company’s customers.
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