Financial Controller

Overview

Manage and oversee accounting for project-related revenues and costs, ensuring alignment with MFRS / IFRS 15. Prepare and monitor WIP and POC schedules, ensuring timely recognition of revenue and expenses. Collaborate with project managers to review budgets, forecasts, and actual performance to ensure project profitability and financial accuracy. Ensure proper allocation of costs to projects and adherence to contractual agreements. Lead the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts for the Shared Services function. P&L reviews, balance sheet reconciliations, and variance analysis, including processing FX revaluations and liaising with Finance staff within the Volaris Group of companies worldwide. Maintain compliance with MFRS / IFRS and internal accounting policies, including revenue and cost recognition. Manage internal and external audits, ensuring timely completion with no material weaknesses.

Compliance & Governance

Ensure compliance with tax, statutory, and regulatory reporting requirements in relevant jurisdictions. Oversee VAT, corporate tax, and other statutory filings in coordination with external advisors. Maintain and strengthen internal control frameworks, ensuring adherence to group policies.

Shared Services Operations

Oversee core transactional processes, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, intercompany, payroll, and expense management. Drive continuous improvement and support ERP / finance system enhancements (NetSuite preferred). Standardize finance processes across shared service functions to drive efficiency and accuracy.

Business Partnering & Support

Provide financial insights and reporting to business unit leaders in ASEAN and Africa. Partner with stakeholders across finance, operations, and project management to drive transparency and control. Mentor and guide non-financial project delivery staff. Support cost control, working capital management, and decision-making through analysis. Interested in driving the commercial performance of a business.

Experience in accounting and controlling in a Project-based business (PoC calculations, Accrued / Deferred Income, Project Margin analysis, Bid Review). Deep knowledge of accounting principles (primarily MFRS / IFRS), good understanding of financial / management information systems. Technically competent with finance and accounting knowledge and skills. Proven experience in designing and implementing new processes and internal controls is essential. Strong analytical skills and the ability to adapt to and implement change. Good communication skills, comfortable interacting with different stakeholders throughout the organization. Excellent presentation and interpersonal skills, both verbal and written. Strong organizational abilities, experience working under tight deadlines, and a hands-on approach to finance. Able and willing to take ownership, responsibility, and accountability for work. Motivated to continuously improve performance and seek new knowledge : Enjoy continuous learning and knowledge sharing. Always act professionally and appropriately and raise any issues in a timely manner. Flexible and adaptable – we believe in leading through learning. Self-motivated and able to prioritize activities without continuous oversight or supervision. Good sense of humor and a flexible approach, able to thrive in a high-change environment.

Education and Experience

Professionally qualified (CIMA, ACA, ACCA, ACMA) with at least 3 years post-qualification experience OR demonstrable Qualification by Experience (QBE). Relevant tertiary qualifications in Business, Finance, Commerce, or another related discipline. Previous experience of working within MFRS / IFRS 15 Revenue Recognition (non-negotiable). Minimum of eight (8) years of proven experience in Financial Accounting, preferably in a commercial environment. Experience with the NetSuite ERP system - Desirable. Excellent working knowledge of accounting tools and Microsoft Excel. Proven exposure to foreign currency transactions is an advantage. Previous experience in a Project Delivery and Service / Support environment is highly desirable. Accredited CA / CPA qualifications or studying towards completion is a plus. Previous experience of working within a Software company with strong exposure to revenue recognition.

Special Conditions

The position may involve occasional overseas travel. All air travel is economy class.

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