Financial Controller - US E-commerce

As a Financial Controller at our client’s US e-commerce company, you will be responsible for overseeing the month-end close process, generating financial reports, and performing budgeting vs plan analysis. You will also manage long-range financial modeling and provide commentary on variance analysis. Additionally, you will handle payroll and payments to suppliers, ensuring that all financial activities align with the company's goals.

To apply for the Financial Controller role with our US e-commerce client, candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field, with a Master’s preferred. You'll need a robust seven years of experience in accounting, specifically two years in a leadership role. Having a background in e-commerce and significant inventory management experience is highly beneficial. A CPA certification adds value but is not mandatory.

In the Financial Controller role within a US e-commerce company, you will act as a close partner to the CEO, providing critical financial insights to inform decision-making. Your expertise in financial analysis and reporting will guide strategic planning, risk assessment, and provide a clear financial roadmap, driving the company's vision and goals forward.

Working remotely as a Financial Controller for our client’s US e-commerce business will allow you the flexibility to manage your tasks independently while being crucially involved in financial processes. The company encourages a collaborative approach despite the physical distance, and you’ll engage regularly with the CEO and possibly other stakeholders, ensuring you remain aligned with the company’s financial objectives.

As a Financial Controller at our client’s US e-commerce company, you will be expected to work from 8 am to 5 pm PST, Monday to Friday, with a requirement for at least 6 hours of overlap during these hours to ensure effective communication with the CEO and the team.

When responding to questions about your experience with month-end close processes, provide specific examples of how you've managed these tasks in previous roles. Highlight your attention to detail, organizational skills, and any software or systems you utilized to ensure an accurate and timely close.

When discussing budgeting and variance analysis, communicate your methodology for creating budgets based on historical data and forecast trends. Explain how you analyze variances and your approach to providing commentary that explains discrepancies, ensuring your insights support business decision-making.

In your answer regarding financial modeling, detail the types of models you've constructed, how they've impacted business decisions, and the tools you used. Emphasize your analytical skills and proficiency in Excel or other financial software, showcasing your ability to build complex models that drive strategic insights.

When asked about overcoming financial challenges, narrate a specific situation, outlining the problem, your analysis, and the steps you took to resolve the issue. Focus on the outcome and what you learned, showing your ability to think critically under pressure.

Demonstrate your understanding of U.S. GAAP by defining key principles and discussing their significance in maintaining consistency and transparency in financial reporting. Share any experiences where you implemented GAAP in your previous roles, emphasizing compliance and ethical practices.

When addressing time management and prioritization, discuss strategies you've employed, such as creating to-do lists, setting deadlines, and using project management tools. Highlight your ability to balance multiple responsibilities while ensuring critical deadlines are met without compromising quality.

To ensure the accuracy of financial reports, discuss your attention to detail, the review processes you implement, and the importance of reconciliations. Share examples of how you verify data and validate results to ensure every report reflects the true financial position of the organization.

Provide information about the financial reporting tools and software you've previously utilized, such as QuickBooks, SAP, or Excel. Discuss how you leveraged these tools to enhance reporting accuracy and efficiency, showcasing your technical proficiency.

When detailing your leadership style, emphasize communication, support, and guidance. Discuss how you approach team management, including delegating tasks, fostering collaboration, and mentoring team members in financial principles and practices.

Convey your passion for e-commerce finance by sharing what aspects you find most appealing, such as the rapid growth of the industry, the complexity of inventory management, or the challenge of adapting financial strategies in a fast-paced environment. This helps demonstrate your enthusiasm and fit for the Financial Controller role.