Financial Controller – EMEA North and ME

Role Overview

• Responsible for month end accounting to strict deadlines.
• Submit month end accounts for UK, Ireland, Sweden and Romania for review and approval by EMEA Financial Controller
• Provide analysis for monthly/quarterly/annual variances to Plan/Forecast on costs with significant variances investigated and justified where applicable to EMEA Financial Controller
• Ownership and first review of all balance sheet account reconciliations and preparation of all information on a monthly basis for review with EMEA Financial Controller
• Preparation of annual statutory reporting requirements and be the main point of contact for the annual audit of the Ireland, Sweden and Romania legal entities as well and the Sophos Ltd Rep Offices in Dubai and Thailand
• Assist in the preparation of annual statutory reporting requirements and support the interim and annual audits for Sophos Ltd
• Manage Sales tax (VAT), WHT, all indirect and corporate income tax returns ensuring that reporting deadlines for filings and payments are met and all tax questionnaires are completed accurately on time for the Ireland entity
• Co-ordinate and prepare detailed monthly cash flow forecast and reporting for the UK, Ireland, Sweden and Romania entities for inclusion in the Group forecast and ensuring corporate treasury policy is followed throughout
• Responsible for corporation tax pack analysis for review by EMEA Financial Controller
• Responsible for completing monthly/quarterly/annual Office for National Statistics surveys
• Prepare and action the timetable detailing tasks for the monthly activities and manage and monitor the activities to ensure a smooth and timely close. Ensure accounting and reporting activities are included within a fully documented procedure manual which is continuously updated and maintained.
• Ensure compliance to all internal policies and controls (e.g. expenses, travel policy etc), providing review and sign-off
• Support other finance/accounting functions (e.g. tax, commercial finance) in analysis of data, including supporting the annual R&D Tax Credit submission

Requirements

• Understanding of the accounting practices and standards under IFRS and UK GAAP
• Working with external auditors, tax advisors and local consultants
• Practical experience of all aspects of the month end and annual closing accounting
• Working with a highly sales driven and fast-moving culture
• Financial acumen
• understanding the business by interpreting and understanding key financial indicators
• Global Perspective
• taking a broad view when approaching issues
• Planning and aligning – plan and prioritise work loads to meet commitments and organisational goals
• Ensuring accountability
• Collaborating – building relationships and working with others
• Decision quality – making good and timely decisions
• Manages ambiguity – operating effectively even when things are not clear
• Action orientated – taking on new opportunities and challenges with energy and enthusiasm
• Optimises work processes – effective and efficient processes with a focus on continuous improvement
• Accounting qualification
• ACA, ACCA equivalent
• Sound understanding of IFRS and UK GAAP and accrual accounting principles
• Maintain knowledge on rules and regulations governing local entities

Benefits

• Sophos operates a remote-first working model
• Employee-led diversity and inclusion networks that build community and provide education and advocacy
• Annual charity and fundraising initiatives and volunteer days for employees to support local communities
• Global employee sustainability initiatives to reduce our environmental footprint
• Global fitness and trivia competitions to keep our bodies and minds sharp
• Global wellbeing days for employees to relax and recharge
• Monthly wellbeing webinars and training to support employee health and wellbeing