Financial & Controlling Specialist

Our client is a global manufacturing organization seeking a detail-oriented Financial & Controlling Specialist to join its Controlling & Financial Analysis team. This role supports financial accuracy, regulatory compliance, and business decision-making by validating accounting information, analyzing financial performance, and ensuring the integrity of the general ledger. Working closely with the Controller and cross-functional business teams, you'll play a key role in maintaining accurate financial reporting while supporting continuous process improvements and AI-enabled finance initiatives.

Responsibilities

Maintain the accuracy of the general ledger by reviewing financial transactions, posting journal entries, and reconciling accounts; Review daily operational, cash receipt, and accounting transactions to ensure accuracy and completeness; Support the integrity of financial records while maintaining compliance with company policies and accounting standards; Prepare and analyze financial statements in accordance with IFRS and U.S. GAAP; Perform account analysis and investigate variances or discrepancies; Support recurring financial reporting and provide insights to leadership; Perform monthly bank, credit card, and intercompany reconciliations; Assist with month-end close activities and support the broader Controlling team during close cycles; Identify financial risks and recommend corrective actions when discrepancies arise; Monitor accounts receivable collections and support accounts payable inquiries; Manage fixed asset accounting and reporting activities; Review employee expense reports and support reimbursement approvals; Monitor inventory transactions and support annual physical inventory counts; Analyze costing and accounting information generated through SAP; Collaborate with business teams to ensure accounting processes, policies, and procedures remain accurate; Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and reporting efficiency; Support SAP initiatives and future system enhancements; Leverage AI tools and emerging technologies to improve financial workflows

Requirements

3–5 years of professional accounting experience; Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; Experience preparing financial statements, performing account reconciliations, and supporting month-end close activities; Experience working with accounts receivable, accounts payable, and general ledger accounting; Valid U.S. visa and willingness to travel to the U.S. 3–4 times per year (about one week per trip); Strong knowledge of IFRS and U.S. GAAP; Proficiency using SAP for accounting, financial reporting, and general ledger activities; Advanced Microsoft Excel skills; Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines

Nice to have

Experience within manufacturing, inventory, or cost accounting environments; Experience with financial modeling, Coupa, SRM, AI-powered finance tools, or newer SAP platforms