Controller

Location: United States - Remote

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Symphony Talent supports more than 900 clients across the globe, including the world’s leading brands with headquarters in New York, London, Bangalore, and Belfast and over 300 multinational employees .

Role Overview:

We’re looking for a dynamic Controller to join our Global Finance Team. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Controller will be responsible for overseeing the financial operations of the organization, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in all financial matters. This position plays a critical role in managing financial reporting, accounting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management and internal controls to support strategic decision-making and ensure financial stability.

Responsibilities:

1. Financial Reporting

• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data and reports
• Oversee month-end close process, account reconciliations and accounting entries and adjustments
• Present financial reports to Leadership and other stakeholders as necessary

2. Budgeting & Forecasting

• Collaborate with functional leaders to develop and manage the annual budget and reforecasting process
• Monitor financial performance vs budget, analyze variances and provide insights & recommendations to management

3. Cash Management

• Manage cash flow and liquidity by forecasting cash needs and optimizing cash resources
• Monitor banking activities and maintain relationships with financial institutions

4. Internal Controls and Compliance

• Establish and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
• Conduct periodic audits to assess the effectiveness of internal controls and recommend improvements as needed
• Coordinate with external auditors during annual audits and provide necessary documentation and support

5. Tax Compliance

• Ensure compliance with all tax regulations and filing requirements.
• Coordinate with external tax advisors to optimize tax planning strategies and minimize tax liabilities.

6. Team Leadership and Development

• Manage and mentor global accounting team, including billing, collections and accounts payable
• Provide guidance and support to foster professional growth and development.
• Foster an inclusive culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the finance team

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA required
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in accounting and financial management roles, public accounting experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong understand of SAAS required, Media and Services preferred
• Proficiency in excel, accounting software and financial management systems
• Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities

Additional Benefits:

• Competitive base variable compensation, unlimited PTO
• Great benefits package, including a 401(k) plan, paid child leave & wellbeing offerings
• Learning & growth programs
• Open, collaborative culture

Only candidates with proper permits to work in the United States can be considered. Symphony Talent is committed to equality of opportunity in employment. It has been and will continue to be the policy of Symphony Talent to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and candidates for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or physical or mental disability. This policy applies to all terms, conditions and privileges of employment, such as those pertaining to training, transfer, promotion, and compensation. Symphony Talent is committed to a drug-free workplace.

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