Financial Controller

Mott MacDonald - Raleigh, NC

Full-time - Mid Level

Hybrid - Raleigh, NC

10,001+ employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Mott MacDonald is seeking a results-driven and confident Financial Controller to manage and enhance our organization's financial performance while directing our accounting operations. This role is pivotal in ensuring the accuracy and compliance of financial information, as well as in the strategic planning of financial growth. The Financial Controller will be responsible for managing accounting records, evaluating and managing risk, ensuring compliance with regulations, publishing financial statements, overseeing accounting operations, analyzing financial data, monitoring expenditure, forecasting revenue, coordinating auditing processes, and ensuring the accuracy of financial information. In this position, your strategic planning and exceptional numerical proficiency will be crucial in maintaining positive revenue and financial growth. You will be tasked with formulating sound financial strategies, implementing proper internal controls, achieving organizational targets, and developing financial plans that align with our organizational strategy. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, exceptional problem-solving abilities, a flair for numbers, and excellent leadership skills. The Financial Controller will also streamline accounting functions and operations, provide financial analysis and reports, train staff on business finance issues, promote regulatory compliance, and drive income generation. This role requires extensive work in EBS/SAP and a strong knowledge of government accounting practices. Mott MacDonald prides itself on its commitment to sustainability and innovation across various sectors, including Advisory, Built Environment, Energy, Transportation, and Water. As part of a global team of over 20,000 talented consultants, you will contribute to delivering exceptional outcomes through connected thinking and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Preparing financial reports.
• Analyzing financial data.
• Monitoring internal controls.
• Overseeing and preparing income statements.
• Participating in budgeting processes.
• Managing financial transactions.
• Streamlining accounting functions and operations.
• Developing plans for financial growth.
• Evaluating and managing risk.
• Coordinating audit processes.
• Extensive work in EBS/SAP.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or equivalent.
• Master's degree in accounting or equivalent is preferred.
• Proven experience in finance management.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong leadership qualities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Sound knowledge of accounting fundamentals.
• Auditing experience.
• Compliance oriented.
• Proficiency in accounting software, specifically EBS/SAP.
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications, principally Excel.
• Strong knowledge of government accounting practices.
• Strong analytical skills.

Benefits

• Hybrid working policy that embraces well-being, flexibility, and trust.