Senior Director - Statutory Controller - #65718

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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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