Financial Controller

Who Are We?

Bottomline is on a mission to be the world’s leading business payments company, aligning our team to the common purpose of transforming the way businesses pay and get paid.

It is a journey that goes around the world serving financial institutions and companies in more than 90 countries. Our offices across EMEA are conveniently positioned to enable a fulfilling and flexible, hybrid work-life balance. Places to collaborate and share knowledge across multidisciplinary teams, the offices also provide the perfect space to meet virtually with our colleagues across time zones.

Offices in Theale, London, Paris, Geneva, Zurich, Or Yehuda, Beirut and Prishtinë cover our financial technology solution suite and delivery model, supporting our customers across sales, programme management, operations, technical support, and development hubs.

Culture and Values

We are one global team, who work with and for each other in a drive to delight customers through excellent execution, which fuels how we create and grow sustained business value for our customers, our team and all who partner with us.

Our culture encourages people to be brave and curious, to drive to closure and to ensure our principles are lived out daily. We excel at Bottomline because we are positive and passionate about building a #LifeAtBottomline.

Role

We are looking for Finance Controller to innovate, win and grow with us in Theale! 

As a key member of the Global Finance team, the Senior Manager, Financial Controller will be responsible for leading general ledger management and control functions. This role encompasses managing the GL close process, overseeing GL operations, and ensuring compliance with local statutory accounting requirements.

How you’ll contribute:

• Provide leadership and guidance to a team of four G/L accountants, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee all aspects of general ledger management, including but not limited to journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with accounting standards.
• Review and analyze Balance Sheet accounts across various entities in the EMEA region, identifying discrepancies or areas of concern and taking corrective actions as needed.
• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure timely completion and accuracy of financial reporting.
• Develop and implement standardized close procedures and checklists to streamline processes, minimize errors, and accelerate the 'time to close' timeline.
• Conduct thorough reviews of expenses across multiple entities, leveraging analytical tools and trending reports to identify variances, trends, and opportunities for cost optimization.
• Collaborate closely with the Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) team to provide insights and explanations for expense fluctuations and support decision-making processes.
• Take ownership of local audit requirements and statutory account filings for geographies including Israel, France, Germany, Australia, Zurich, and Canada, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and adherence to prescribed timelines.
• Liaise with external auditors and regulatory authorities as necessary, providing requested documentation and explanations to facilitate the audit process and ensure successful outcomes.
• Manage and prioritize multiple ad-hoc projects within a fast-paced environment, such as accounting standards changes, system enhancements, process improvements, and regulatory updates.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with stakeholders from various departments to define project scope, objectives, timelines, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and business priorities.
• Continuously evaluate existing processes and controls to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and areas for improvement.
• Partner with the Enterprise Applications team to drive enhancements in ERP systems and integrated applications, leveraging technology to automate manual tasks, enhance data integrity, and optimize workflow efficiencies.
• Provide ongoing support and guidance to the commercial team, assisting with financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and other ad-hoc requests as needed.

What will make you successful:

• Proven track record in a similar role, with 5-10 years of experience in financial control and management, preferably within a multinational corporation.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively lead and manage a team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
• Experience in mentoring and developing direct reports to enhance their skills and capabilities.
• Extensive background within the finance functions of an international technology company, with a deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities present in the sector.
• Strong familiarity with US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), particularly within the software/technology industry.
• Experience in navigating complex accounting standards and regulations, ensuring compliance and accurate financial reporting.
• Comprehensive understanding of financial controls and best practices, with a keen eye for identifying potential risks and implementing effective mitigation strategies. Proven ability to establish and maintain robust internal control frameworks.
• Proficiency in financial systems and tools, including ERP systems and integrated applications. Experience in leveraging technology to streamline processes, enhance efficiency, and drive continuous improvement.
• Prior experience working within a Shared Service Centre environment, managing finance operations across multiple locations and entities. Familiarity with optimising shared service models to achieve cost savings and operational excellence.
• Preferred qualifications include ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) or CIMA (Chartered Institute of Management Accountants) certification.
• Additional languages such as German would be beneficial.

We welcome talent at all phases of their career, understanding and supporting additional needs (where applicable) as we look to innovate, win, and grow together. Bottomline is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to treating all individuals in a fair and equal manner by creating an inclusive and open environment.