Finance Controller
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Finance Controller
[Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk]
Remote from Ireland, Netherlands, Spain, UK
Mid and Senior level
Salary not provided
Who you are
- Proven experience in accounting, controlling, or auditing within a fast paced technology environment
- Strong understanding of accounting principles (IFRS preferred)
- Proven experience with month-end close and financial reporting
- A hands-on mindset with the ability to operate both independently and as part of a team
- Comfort working in a fast-paced, evolving environment
- High attention to detail and a strong sense of ownership
- Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across functions
Desirable
- Experience in a SaaS or tech environment
- Background in audit (Big 4 or similar)
- Exposure to finance transformation or process improvement initiatives
- Experience with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite)
What the job involves
You’ll join a small but mighty Accounting & Controlling team at a pivotal moment in our journey
The function is evolving fast — with a strong mandate to future-proof our accounting environment, strengthen controls, and build scalable processes that support a global SaaS business
You’ll work side-by-side with the VP of Accounting & Controlling, acting as a trusted partner in both day-to-day execution and ongoing transformation. Together, you’ll help bring structure, visibility, and resilience to the finance function
As a Finance Controller at [Employer hidden], you’ll be at the heart of our accounting and controlling operations — ensuring that the fundamentals run flawlessly while helping us level up how we work
You’ll take ownership of key financial processes, support the VP of Accounting & Controlling in driving operational excellence, and act as a strong second-in-command across core accounting activities
- Own and execute core accounting and controlling processes, including month-end close, reconciliations, and reporting
- Partner closely with the VP of Accounting & Controlling, providing hands-on support across day-to-day operations and key initiatives
- Act as a reliable right-hand in ensuring continuity, accuracy, and consistency across all accounting activities
- Take full ownership of selected processes, reducing dependency risks and strengthening operational resilience
- Support audit preparation and execution, working with internal and external stakeholders
- Help improve and document financial processes, controls, and workflows
- Identify and implement opportunities to streamline, automate, and scale accounting operations
- Collaborate cross-functionally with FP&A, Legal, and other teams to ensure alignment and clarity
- Step in where needed to support the broader accounting and controlling agenda