US Financial Controller

US Financial Controller - £75,000 to £95,000 + Benefits - Battersea, London - onsite

FryerMiles are delighted to be working with a global hospitality group to assist with their recruitment of a US Financial Controller to join their team in Battersea, London.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the US balance sheet for multiple entities, compliance with local corporate tax reporting obligations for multiple jurisdictions across the US as well as preparing tax disclosures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee the US balance sheet for multiple legal entities.
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and integrity of balance sheet accounts through regular review and reconciliation.
• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes related to balance sheet accounts.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies, ensuring appropriate documentation and audit trail.
• Maintain strong internal controls and continuously improve financial processes.

Corporate Tax Compliance

• Ensure compliance with US corporate tax reporting requirements across multiple federal, state, and local jurisdictions.
• Coordinate and manage preparation and filing of corporate income tax returns.
• Monitor changes in US tax legislation and assess impact on the organization.
• Partner with external tax advisors where necessary to ensure accurate and timely filings.
• Support tax audits and respond to inquiries from tax authorities.

Experience required:

• ACCA, CIMA, ACA or CPA qualified
• 5+ years of relevant experience in corporate tax and/or financial accounting.
• Strong knowledge of US corporate tax regulations and multi-state compliance requirements.
• Experience preparing tax provisions and financial statement disclosures.
• Solid understanding of US GAAP.
• Experience managing multiple entities is highly desirable

The successful candidate should be a qualified accountant with ideally Retail or Hospitality experience. Holding high attention to detail, self-motivated and have excellent communication skills.

US Financial Controller - £75,000 to £95,000 + Benefits - Battersea, London - onsite