Financial Controller

Position Summary (Role): At dss+ we embrace and celebrate diversity. We have established an inclusive culture, where everyone contributes, has the chance to develop and display their talents in solving challenging client problems. We are a team-based culture and, thus, we look for people that operate well in this environment, are intellectually curious and adaptive in ensuring their contribution fits within the evolving themes and dynamics of our projects. This Financial Controller will partner with the business to ensure that our results are analyzed, and opportunities and risks are identified to support our goal to continually improve business results. This is a mid-career role for a finance professional with strong ambition to grow and a desire to contribute in a global team through learning and collaboration.Primary Responsibility:Manage the outsourced accounting and tax activities for entities to ensure consistency of the financial statements, management reports, systems, and controlsPrepare revenue recognition, cost reviews and adjustments in compliance with IFRS and Local accounting practicesOversee the month-end reconciliationsLead the month, quarter, and year-end financial close and reporting process for the different entities, including reviews of all aspects of the accounting and controllingEnsure the accuracy of monthly financial statements, quarterly and year-end reporting packages for all entitiesPrepare and implement the accounting processes related to business combinationsImprove and standardize reporting activities, in alignment with group directions and global initiativesLiaise with external auditors, as required, to monitor the overall audit process, address audit requests in a timely, efficient, and consistent manner, and ensure that any findings are adequately addressed to mitigate riskProvide business enhancing solutions and reporting that facilitates optimal decision making to maximize resultsParticipate in the business planning and forecasting process, helping to ensure that financial projections are properly reported and in line with global, regional, and market requirementsSupporting the Global Controller and IFRS technical experts to research and accurately advise on technical accounting issues related to strategic transactions, including major capex, business combinations, financial instruments, and other complex areasPartner in developing a strong Controlling organization, building team resources that are trained and equipped with the appropriate skills and competencies to achieve high performance in our financial reporting, control, and business partnering rolesDesired Skillsets:CA (must) with 7-8 years' experience in global companies, with global responsibilities5 years working experience in Professional Services (Big4 preferred)Bachelor of Commerce/ EconomicsAudit experience coupled with IFRS accounting competenceCompetency and Skills:Business Development:Business AcumenAnalysis and JudgmentBuilding Sustainable Internal Client RelationshipsInnovationTeamwork/ CollaborationCommunicating with ImpactFunctional Competencies:Balance Sheet, P&L and Cash Flow ManagementAuditingBusiness combinations accounting and tax proceduresMargin Management5 years work experience with Mature ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics)Professional:Analytical thinking, detail orientedAutonomous, organized, self-starterClear, articulated verbal and written communicationTeam player, hands-on, ability to work effectively in a hybrid modelResults driven, able to prioritize and meet deadlinesExcellent computer skills (incl. Excel, PowerPoint)Excellent interpersonal and communication skills PRB