Group Financial Controller

TL;DR

Group Financial Controller (Finance): Managing group-wide financial controls and accounting workflows for an open-source software leader with an accent on IFRS compliance, governance frameworks, and systems scalability. Focus on preparing finance functions for public markets and integrating AI to optimize accounting processes.

Location: Home based in EMEA time zones (option to be based in the London office)

Company

hirify.global is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems, most notably Ubuntu, serving global enterprise and technology markets.

What you will do

• Develop and implement controls to mitigate risks associated with financial processes and systems.
• Lead the improvement of policies and procedures to enable efficient business scaling.
• Manage weekly, month-end, and year-end closing processes, including balance sheet reconciliations and statutory accounts preparation.
• Coordinate external audits and ensure compliance with evolving regulatory frameworks across jurisdictions.
• Drive the implementation of new finance systems and the adoption of AI within the team.
• Mentor junior accounting staff and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements

• Professional qualification in Accounting or Finance (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA).
• Extensive practical knowledge and experience with IFRS.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong data analysis capabilities.
• Proven experience with enterprise-level accounting or ERP systems.
• Must be based in EMEA time zones.
• Ability to travel internationally twice a year for company events.

Nice to have

• Experience with NetSuite or Salesforce.
• Experience working in a Big 4 accounting firm or a public company.

Culture & Benefits

• Distributed work environment with twice-yearly in-person team sprints.
• Annual personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000.
• Performance-driven annual bonus and annual compensation reviews.
• Comprehensive leave policies, including maternity and paternity leave.
• Wellness platform and Team Member Assistance Program.
• Priority Pass and travel upgrades for long-haul company events.