Financial Controller - International Financial Control & Operations

About Us

We are Ocado Group, and we're bringing world-class automation to online grocery. Our Ocado Smart Platform (OSP) combines cutting-edge robotics, AI, and IoT within our advanced CFCs. We've mastered the single pick, transforming online delivery for our global partners. Join us and be part of a team pushing the boundaries of retail technology.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Finance Manager, this pivotal role offers an experienced Senior Financial Accountant the opportunity to drive financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance across our North American entities. You will serve as a key lead in the period-end cycle while partnering with cross-functional stakeholders to optimize working capital, payroll, and core transactional operations.

Requirements

• Preparing and reviewing financial statements, management reports, and supporting schedules, including reconciliation and alignment with HQ’s ERP system,
• Supporting payroll processes and associated financial controls,
• Payment run coordination and review,
• Managing accounts receivable processes, including monitoring balances and supporting collections,
• Performing and reviewing bank reconciliations,
• Supporting inventory accounting, including control and reconciliation of raw materials and consumables,
• Supporting monthly, half-year, and year-end close processes in line with group policies
• Supporting statutory reporting and HQ audit processes, including liaising with external auditors and internal finance teams,
• Preparing insightful reporting packs with clear commentary for key stakeholders, including consolidation packages
• Support the budget preparation
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams including Tax, Treasury, and Commercial Finance
• Managing relationships with external accounting providers where applicable
• Supporting intercompany processes, including reconciliation and resolution of differences
• Providing support on North American taxes and compliance activities as required
• Ensuring financial data is accurate for reporting and disclosure purposes
• Supporting the maintenance and enhancement of financial controls and processes
• Identifying opportunities to improve, standardise and automate processes
• Supporting the implementation of new processes, systems, or business initiatives
• Working to define reporting timelines and deadlines

Essential Criteria

• Relevant financial qualifications (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or European equivalent) and understanding of relevant regulatory environments
• US/Canadian GAAP knowledge
• Strong English communication and written skills
• Experience with Oracle Fusion or similar ERP systems
• Experience with external auditors (good to have) and third party external advisors
• Understanding of relevant regulatory environments
• Understanding of core financial processes and relevant systems
• Knowledge of accounting, tax and reporting standards & principles,
• Experience in a fast-paced global environment (preferable)
• Experience in delivering great customer / user experience (preferable)
• Experience in process improvement, automation

BENEFITS: WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Work and life should fit together, so we offer a range of benefits focusing on well-being, development, and team spirit. The final package will depend on the contract type we agree on.

• Standard benefits: life insurance, private health care [Luxmed], Multisport card, lunch vouchers, company share programs, and assistance for everyday worries and serious health problems.
• Learning opportunities: access to the Learnebly platform and LinkedIn Learning, English classes, and a book library,
• Parental support: additional +10 days maternity / +20 days paternity leave, funding for nurseries and kindergartens
• Hybrid model: 2 days/week in the office and flexibility to work from almost any location for up to 30 days a year.
• Office perks: centrally located offices with car and cycling parking, and home office equipment provided.
• Passions groups: running, cycling and more
• Annual celebrations: carnival, summer parties, family picnics, or kid’s days.

If you think you have what it takes to make a difference, please submit your application below.

Equal Opportunities Ocado Group is an equal opportunities employer and as such makes every effort to ensure that all potential employees are treated fairly and equally, regardless of their sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, age, or disability or union membership status.

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