Finance Controller

The Financial Controller is responsible for Cylindo's day-to-day accounting operations and financial reporting across its entities in Denmark, Macedonia, the UK and the US. The Financial Controller supports the CEO of Cylindo by maintaining accurate financial records, delivering a timely month-end close, ensuring compliance with local regulations and safeguarding the integrity of financial data.

The Financial Controller plays a key role in maintaining strong financial controls and supporting scalable growth in a multi-entity, multi-currency SaaS environment. The role works across the finance team and wider organisation, collaborating with colleagues in other departments and contributing to initiatives that advance Cylindo's business objectives.

This hands-on role is ideal for an experienced finance professional with strong accounting expertise and a track record in an international business.

Key Responsibilities

1. General Ledger & Month-End Close

• Lead the month-end close process and deliver accurate, timely reporting.

• Maintain accurate general ledger records in accordance with group policies.

• Support preparation of monthly reporting packs.

• Review journal entries, including accruals, prepayments, payroll, revenue and intercompany entries, and prepare journals where required

• Review monthly balance sheet reconciliations across all entities and prepare reconciliations where required.

2. Revenue & Billing Support (SaaS Environment)

• Ensure subscription revenue and deferred revenue are recorded accurately and in accordance with applicable accounting standards.

• Reconcile ARR/MRR reports to accounting records.

• Work with Sales and Customer Success to resolve billing discrepancies.

3. Accounts Payable & Receivable Oversight

• Oversee AP and AR processes.

• Monitor aged receivables and support collection follow-ups.

• Ensure vendor payments are accurate and timely.  

4. Intercompany & Multi-Entity Accounting  

• Prepare and reconcile intercompany recharges in line with group policy. 

• Support multi-currency accounting and foreign exchange adjustments.

• Maintain proper documentation and reconciliation of cross-border transactions.

5. Tax & Statutory Compliance 

• Oversee VAT, payroll tax, and other filings across Denmark, Macedonia, UK and US. 

• Prepare annual statutory financial statements.

• Manage audit processes across the group entities. 

• Liaise with external accountants and advisors as needed.

6. Internal Controls & Process Improvement

• Maintain supporting documentation for all key accounts. 

• Ensure compliance with group accounting policies and procedures. 

• Identify and implement opportunities to improve and automate finance processes. 

7. Team Management & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Lead and develop the team of accountants and the Accounts Receivable Specialist.

• Provide financial guidance and clarity to non-finance stakeholders.

• Contribute to cross-functional projects and business initiatives.

• Assist colleagues and leadership with ad hoc financial analysis, reporting, and operational support as required.

• Perform other reasonable duties that support the effective operation of the finance function and wider organisation.

Qualifications & Experience 

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

• A recognised professional accounting qualification.

• At least 5 years’ relevant accounting experience. 

• Experience in a SaaS or subscription-based business is advantageous. 

• Experience working in a multi-entity international environment. 

• Strong understanding of core accounting principles. 

• Proficiency in ERP/accounting systems and Excel.

• Excellent written and spoken business English.

Key Competencies  

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy. 

• Solid technical accounting foundation. 

• Organised, with the ability to prioritise effectively and meet tight deadlines.

• Analytical mindset with problem-solving ability. 

• Comfortable working across multiple jurisdictions and currencies. 

• Proactive and collaborative team player.