Financial Controller - US, Mexico, & Cayman

It’s never been a more exciting time to join Vistra. 

 At Vistra our purpose is progress. We believe that our clients have the power to change the world and to do great things for global progress, and we exist to remove the friction that comes from the complexity of global business – to help our clients achieve progress without friction.

 But progress only happens when people come together and take action. And we’re absolutely committed to building a culture where our people can do just that. 

 We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as Finance Controller – US, Mexico & Cayman, this full-time and permanent position can be based anywhere in US and offers regional coverage, allowing you to make a significant impact to our Finance Department and it’s growth.

Purpose of Role :

Controller for the US, Mexico and Cayman corporates (global services) and funds business Balance Sheet and P&L, reporting to the Regional Financial Controller.  Responsible for the accurate production of timely month-end and year-end results, and ensuring key processes and controls are adopted across the US, Mexico and Cayman safeguarding the integrity of the financial indicators.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting in the Regional Financial Controller with delivery high quality management accounts & information for US, Mexico, Cayman and Group Reporting
• Drive the finance transformation agenda for the US, Mexico and Cayman corporates and funds businesses, integrating different units into a single P&L, and leveraging offshore capacity/capability
• Manage the month-end & year-end close processes, in addition assist with the planning cycles (budget & forecast) for the business
• Analyse performance against KPIs; identify and advise potential improvements
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• Serve as the central point of contact & communications for the broader account team, service markets, affiliates & the Global Service Centre, located in Mumbai, to facilitate strong account governance, swift service resolution, whilst developing relationships with regional teams.
• Create & share regular team newsletter (weekly /monthly) related to the account, that consolidates recent & relevant news (Google Alerts), announcements, account data, relationships updates and performance metrics.
• Work with the team to create and maintain relationship map, client meeting calendar, client  health checks to drive consistent interaction & investment in our CRM (Salesforce.com)
• Demonstrate teamwork through onboarding new members of the team.
• Some international travel may be required.
• Working capital management, including completion of cash flow workings for both period-end reporting, biweekly forecasts, and budgets, while ensuring group treasury policies are adhered to
• Monthly board reporting pack preparation and presentation where required
• Drive a consistent performance and continuous improvement culture across finance operations, leading from the front with new ERP system (SAP/S4HANA)
• Primary point of contact for the external auditors, managing that relationship
• Manage federal and state tax matters as applicable
• Deliver accurate and timely financial information for Group reporting
• Manage onshore and offshore accounting staff, and coordinate with other teams concerning billing and payables matters
• Play a pivotal role in the finance ERP programme with the implementation of a new ERP (SAP/S4HANA)
• Undertake any other ad-hoc projects as assigned by the Regional Financial Controller or Group Controllership

Attributes / Technical Skills :

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.

Relevant Experience :

• Experience of working in a fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Able to concisely interpret financial information
• Experience of financial system migration (specifically SAP experience advantageous)
• You will be a confident communicator and team player
• Great planning and organisation skills 
• Financial modelling skills essential (advanced excel)
• IFRS and US GAAP accounts experience
• Comfortable and confident operating at SMT level
• High level of self-accountability
• Experience within a financial services or professional services organisation desirable
• Able to work with limited supervision, to make decisions, work on your own initiative and as part of a team

Education / Membeships :

• CPA or equivalent  

If you are excited about working with us, we encourage you to apply or have a confidential chat with one of our Talent Acquisition team members. Our goal is to make this a great place to work where all our people can thrive. We hope you join us on this exciting journey!