Senior Director

1 month ago

Manchester, United Kingdom FIS Global Full time
Position Type :
Full time
Type Of Hire :
Experienced (relevant combo of work and education)
Education Desired :
Bachelor of Accounting
Travel Percentage :
0%
Are you ready to unleash your full potential? We're looking for people who are passionate about payments to chart Worldpay's path to being the largest and most-loved payments company in the world.

About the team

This is a newly created position within our Statutory Accounting Team here at Worldpay, we are building out a new multinational team to manage the statutory Audit process. We are seeking an experienced Senior Director - Statutory Controller to join our dynamic team. This position offers an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented professional to contribute to the success of our organization.

What you will be doing

The ideal candidate will have significant experience working within a multinational company, with a strong background in preparing statutory financial statements and reports for multiple regulated and non-regulated legal entities.

As the Statutory Controller, you will play a crucial role in ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and maintaining accurate financial records.

Key responsibilities:
  • Lead a team to prepare and review statutory financial statements in compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulations for regulated and non-regulated legal entities within the multinational company.
  • Coordinate and manage the statutory audit process, liaising with external auditors to ensure timely completion and resolution of audit issues.
  • Build a new Statutory Accounting Team as we transition off a Transition Service Agreement.
  • Attend country specific Board of Director meetings to report status of Statutory Reporting applicable to the respective entities.
  • Maintain a deep understanding of applicable accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices to ensure compliance and drive process improvements.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, tax, legal, and regulatory affairs, to ensure alignment on financial reporting matters and support business initiatives.
  • Monitor changes in accounting standards and regulations and assess the potential impact on financial reporting processes and controls.
  • Develop and implement internal controls and procedures to safeguard the integrity of financial reporting and mitigate risks.
  • Manage relationships with external stakeholders, including auditors, regulators, and other relevant parties, to address inquiries and ensure compliance with reporting requirements.
  • Support ad-hoc projects and initiatives as required by senior management, providing financial expertise and insights to drive decision-making.
What you bring:
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. ACA, ACCA, or equivalent professional certification preferred.
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in accounting and financial reporting, with a focus on statutory accounting and regulatory compliance within a multinational company.
  • Extensive knowledge of accounting principles and standards, including IFRS or US GAAP, and experience applying them to complex transactions.
  • Proven experience managing statutory audits and engaging with external auditors to resolve audit issues.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data, identify trends, and communicate insights effectively.
  • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
  • Detail-oriented mindset with a commitment to accuracy and integrity in financial reporting.
  • Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced Excel skills.
What we offer you
  • A competitive salary and benefits
  • A variety of career development tools, resources and opportunities
  • The chance to work on some of the most challenging, relevant issues in the payment industry
  • Time to support charities and give back in your community
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Sourcing Model

Recruitment at FIS works primarily on a direct sourcing model; a relatively small portion of our hiring is through recruitment agencies. FIS does not accept resumes from recruitment agencies which are not on the preferred supplier list and is not responsible for any related fees for resumes submitted to job postings, our employees, or any other part of our company.

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