Director, Finance & Accounting, Americas
We, at Flywire, are looking for an analytical, experienced and high-energy Director of Finance & Accounting to oversee all finance and accounting matters for Flywire’s entities located within North and South America. This position will be responsible for providing day-to-day leadership for the accounting, reporting, internal controls and financial systems used to account and report Flywire’s financial results. This is a newly created position, which will report to Flywire’s Global Corporate Controller.
Key responsibilities:
- Develop and drive monthly, quarterly and year-end financial close process
- Publish timely monthly financial statements and financial reports including key performance indicators
- Create systematic and manual internal control policies and procedures
- Ensure tax compliance and develop optimal tax strategies
- Research technical accounting issues under US GAAP
- Prepare financial analysis and support regional business VPs and Global Corporate Controller
- Review payroll processes, and ensure compliance with local laws and regulations
- Assist with FP&A activities and corporate development initiatives
Our ideal candidate is/has:
- CPA
- 6-10 years of experience as a Divisional Controller or other relevant title within high growth environments preferably within financial technology and SAAS based revenue models
- 1-2 years preferably within a publicly-traded company
- Strong communication skills (written and oral)
- The ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
- Solid understanding of financial systems, including integrations and enhancements
- Thorough knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS in revenue recognition and equity accounting pronouncements, as well as working knowledge of SOX requirements and compliance
- Strong leader with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Flywire is an equal opportunity employer.