Job Summary: Modaxo is looking for a Group Financial Controller to support Group Finance Director; a commercial role with a focus on high-quality reporting and adding value to the business, driving a positive impact on financial accuracy. This role will also have a dotted reporting line into our Group Manager, with a focus on supporting in driving performance and standards within those businesses. Job Description: Modaxo is a global organization bringing together businesses that collectively focus on advancing new technologies and innovations for People Transportation. With more than two dozen companies representing 12 brands, Modaxo comprises 2,000 people, operating from 35 offices in 21 countries around the world. Modaxo Europe is 21 businesses across 11 countries As an employer we are committed to cultivating a friendly and exciting working environment, with huge emphasis on employee engagement. We can offer the sense of social community often associated with a small, local business; combined with the expected advantages of working for a far larger employer: great benefits; dedication to identifying talent; and huge investment in staff development. “Modaxo’s expertise, global bench strength, and singular focus on People Transportation make it a great home for technology companies that share our vision to efficiently move the world’s people” – Bill Delaney, CEO, Modaxo. Key Responsibilities Support Group Leader, Business Unit Leaders and functional managers to develop clear business plans, priorities and forecasts in line with our specialized KPIs. Providing financial support and monthly reports to Functional Heads Complete all Group Monthly and Quarterly Consolidated Financial reporting for all internal and external requirements Support finance leads in collating group reports and explaining variances Help support efforts to improve ROIC (return on invested capital), working capital and growth performance Responsible to act as ‘critical friend’ to BU finance teams to ensure that all monthly and quarterly deadlines are met Assist with preparation and review quarterly budget meetings Prepare and review financial models and proposals on an ad hoc basis to support the decision making process across a range of commercial issues Develop and improve finance and project systems. Reviewing and assisting with $1m checklists Support GFD with financial integration and processes to portfolio best practices, including the training of finance resources Support internal and external audits and yearly statutory fillings Lead best practices to processes, people and systems to affect revenue, profitability and cashflow, to improve operating efficiency and performance Lead and implement introduction of new systems and processes such as new financial systems, expense management and other reporting systems Additional Activities (shared with other members of finance team): Take on company-wide finance tasks as allocated from time to time Support financial team providing day-to-day assistance as required Assist in monthly and year end management/financial accounts and audit Ad hoc financial analysis in support of the preparation of management accounts Travel will be required from time to time, primarily Germany, Italy, Norway & Israel (travel restriction dependent) but covering other areas as required Personal Specification Knowledge and Skills required: The ideal candidate will be / have: Professionally qualified (CIMA, ACA, ACCA, ACMA) with at least 3 years post qualification experience Strong organisational abilities, experience of working to tight deadlines and a hands on approach to finance. Advanced Excel including Pivot tables, Look-up functions and similar is essential for all analysis and reporting duties Experience of implementing new ERP & Financial Reporting systems Deep knowledge of accounting principles (primarily IFRS), good understanding of financial/management information systems. Technically competent with finance and accounting knowledge and skills. Strong analytical skills and the ability to adapt to and implement change. High level of numeracy (Accounting/Maths/Statistics) and the ability to interpret management information High computer literacy, with particular reference to accounting and management software and their application in a software / project environment. Strong relationship building & communication skills, both verbal and written Desirable but not essential Experience with Microsoft Great Plains Experience with Netsuite Previous experience of working within IFRS15 Revenue Recognition Previous experience of working within a multi-currency reporting environment Personal Qualities Approachable and professional Ambitious, with a desire to grow with the Group Ability to work flexible hours under pressure to tight time-scales. Passionate and driven Self motivated and energetic. Flexible and adaptable – We believe in leading through learning Good sense of humour, with the ability to create and maintain excellent communication between different stakeholders at all levels across the organisation In return we will offer a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package including a discretionary bonus, healthcare cash back scheme, private pension scheme, life assurance and income protection, a great holiday package including a buy and sell scheme, as well as many initiatives to support a healthy lifestyle. LI-DNI Worker Type: Regular Number of Openings Available: 1 And a fantastic opportunity to join a market leading Software Company. If you’re interested in this role then click on apply!