Controller

Our Story

Imagine being part of a team that’s not just shaping the future but actively driving it. At Davies North America, we’re at the forefront of innovation and excellence, blending cutting-edge technology with top-tier professional services. As a vital part of the global Davies Group, we help businesses navigate risk, optimize operations, and spearhead transformation in the insurance and regulated sectors.

What’s in Store 

We are on the lookout for a Financial Controller, who will report directly to the Davies NA CFO with a dotted line into the UK Group Controller and will be responsible for group financial reporting and control and group transactional accounting functions. You will be responsible for delivery of both the internal and external reporting obligations for Davies Group.

Due to the significant growth the business has experienced, a key component of the Financial Controller will be to develop and maintain a strong financial control environment with consistency of policies and processes across the Davies NA businesses. To be successful in this role, you should possess a wide range of expertise, including proven technical skills, ability to communicate on all levels and a can-do attitude. You will be "hands on" and show strong leadership capability and are able to operate in a complex organization that is undergoing significant levels of change.

Key responsibilities include: 

• Oversight of Davies NA group reporting – P&L, BS & CF
• Responsible for Balance Sheet integrity and review process across Davies NA 
• Developing Davies NA wide financial control framework, policies and processes and ensuring consistency in accounting procedures and policies across the business
• Roll out and oversight of adherence to group-wide accounting policies
• Oversight of the Davies NA transactional finance function and central finance team
• Review monthly Balance Sheet and sign-off Davies US monthly trial balance
• Manage shared services delivery of accounting operations pertaining to Davies US LLC, including the general ledger, accounts payable, prepaids etc.
• Implement and maintain robust financial systems and processes, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and integration across all entities
• Functional ownership of the Sage Intacct finance system
• Develop internal month-end close timetables and manage adherence to across Davies NA reporting entities
• Contribute to the budgeting and forecasting processes and provide timely and accurate financial information to support strategic decision making as pertains to Davies US cost center and consolidated Davies NA view
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, policies, and procedures and support internal and external audits
• Develop and implement accounting systems, processes, and controls to improve efficiency and accuracy
• Oversee Davies US tax compliance in coordination with North America Tax Manager
• Manage the external audit process and liaise with auditors, bankers, tax authorities, and other external parties
• Support company values of We are Dynamic, We are Innovative, We are Connected, and We Succeed Together
• Perform other duties as assigned

This is a full-time, home-based position.

Your Expertise, Skills, and Abilities

• Qualified Accountant (CPA) with significant post qualified experience
• Strong technical accounting expertise, particularly GAAP/IFRS, complex consolidations and acquisition accounting
• Significant experience in a senior financial management position, ideally as a Group Financial Controller 
• Experience in working in high growth, acquisitive, Private Equity backed organization 
• Experience in implementing new processes
• Demonstrable leadership ability and interpersonal skills.
• Experience of financial project and change management
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks, have high organizational skills and excellent attention to detail
• Passionate and driven with a self-starter attitude
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills

Benefits

At Davies North America, we are dedicated to supporting the well-being and future of our qualifying employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans to ensure your health and that of your family.
• A 401k plan with employer matching to help you build a secure financial future.
• Our time-off policies, including Discretionary Time Off for exempt employees and Paid Time Off (PTO) package for non-exempt employees, reflect our commitment to promoting a healthy work environment.
• Paid holidays.
• Life insurance and both short-term and long-term disability plans, providing essential financial protection for you and your loved ones.

Diversity and Inclusion

Davies is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces a wide range of perspectives and experiences. We believe that diversity of thought is essential for innovation and creativity, and we actively promote an environment where all voices are valued and heard.

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