Financial Controller

LXT is an emerging leader in the provision of AI training data to power intelligent technology for global organizations, including the largest technology companies in the world.

As we continue to scale our business within a rapidly evolving AI/ML landscape, We are looking for an experienced Financial Controller to ensure that our business is operating effectively and efficiently. Key duties include corporate accounting, internal controls & documentation, treasury management, regulatory and financial reporting, taxes, insurance, and financial risk management.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Managing accounting operations (Billing, Payroll, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, General Ledger, Cost Accounting, Inventory and Revenue Recognition)
• Preparing and publishing timely monthly financial statements
• Creating monthly and annual reports to identify results, trends, and financial forecasts
• Ensuring all reporting is compliant with statutory law and financial regulations
• Assist in developing, standardizing, and implementing appropriate internal controls
• Streamlining and improving accounting systems and operations
• Overseeing the management of cash flow and debt/debt collection
• Liaise with stakeholders across the company and support departments to ascertain their requirements
• Liaise with a tax consultant to ensure that all tax reporting deadlines are met
• Stay current and abreast of relevant IFRS developments that impact the company
• Managing the audit process and liaising with external firms as required
• Maintain the renewals on company insurance
• Contributing to company financial strategy and decision-making processes
• Active involvement in the financial implication of new business including review of acquisition targets and other external M&A activity / due diligence globally
• Assisting the CFO in presenting reports to senior executives, stakeholders, and board members
• Team Management including objective setting, review, and ongoing personal development

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
• Accounting designation (CA/CPA or equivalent)
• Minimum of 10 years of related work experience in IT services and/or public accounting with several years in a senior management role
• Experience with creating financial statements for Opco, Holdco, private & public organizations
• Strong proven previous experience of leading and managing staff and working in an international environment
• Proficient with Excel, accounting systems, and general IT
• Experience with implementing new systems
• Fully conversant in IFRS and US GAAP
• Experience with international tax jurisdictions is an asset
• Strong technical finance skills with the ability to understand complex financial statements
• Ability to work flexibly and adapt to the different time zones of the office locations
• Self-motivated with a can-do attitude
• Ability to work on own initiative, managing own time and workload
• Excellent communication skills, written and spoken English with the ability to communicate effectively amongst all levels of the organization
• Reliable, committed, supportive, and acts in a professional manner
• Have the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines whilst delivering to a high standard
• Provide coaching, mentorship, and training

Additional information:

LXT is an equal opportunity employer and ensures that no applicant is subject to less favorable treatment on the grounds of gender, gender identity, marital status, race, color, nationality, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, socio-economic, responsibilities for dependents, physical or mental disability. Any hiring decision is made on the basis of skills, qualifications, and experiences.

We measure our success as a business, not only by delivering great products and services and continually increasing our assets under administration and market share but also by how we positively impact people, society, and the planet.