Financial Controller

Position description

Job title

Financial Controller

Contract type

Permanent Contract

Job description

The Financial Controller is responsible for overseeing and managing the full end-to-end financial processes of the business unit, including Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), and General Ledger (GL). This role ensures the integrity of financial reporting, compliance with corporate and statutory requirements, and effective management of tax, treasury, and business risk.
The Financial Controller acts as a key business partner, supporting operational and strategic decision-making while maintaining strong internal controls and financial governance.


What you will do?

Financial Operations & Reporting
• Lead and manage the full accounting cycle, including AP, AR, and GL processes
• Ensure accurate and timely month-end, and year-end closings
• Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with IFRS and Motul Group standards
• Monitor and enforce internal controls to ensure compliance and data integrity
• Ensure reconciliation of balance sheet accounts and proper documentation of all transactions

Accounts Payable (AP)
• Oversee vendor management and payment processes
• Ensure timely and accurate invoice processing and approvals
• Optimize working capital through effective payables management
• Maintain strong internal controls over disbursements

Accounts Receivable (AR)
• Own strategic oversight of AR, credit policy, and risk management
• Drive working capital improvements through DSO, aging, and collections performance
Oversee credit risk, bad debt provisioning, and complex dispute resolution
• Ensure invoicing accuracy, compliance, and strong internal controls using analytics

General Ledger (GL)
• Maintain the integrity of the GL and chart of accounts
• Ensure accurate journal entries and adjustments
• Oversee fixed asset accounting and depreciation
• Support financial audits and ensure audit readiness

Tax & Compliance
• Manage all direct and indirect tax matters (corporate income tax, sales/use tax, GST, HST, VAT, etc.)
• Ensure timely filing and compliance with local tax regulations
• Coordinate with external tax advisors and auditors

Risk Management & Internal Controls
• Identify, assess, and mitigate financial and operational risks within the business unit
• Ensure compliance with corporate policies, procedures, and governance standards
• Strengthen internal controls and lead continuous improvement initiatives
• Support internal and external audits and implement corrective actions

Business Partnering
• Provide financial insights and analysis to support decision-making
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Sales, Operations, Supply Chain)
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Drive cost optimization and profitability initiatives

Profile

What you bring?

Education / Qualification: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (CPA, CMA, or equivalent preferred)

Experience needed:7+ years of progressive experience in accounting/finance, including leadership roles

Language:(1) English: Mandatory (2)French: would be a plus

IT Knowledge:(1) ERP : SAP (2) SQL, Python (3) BI Reporting
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP preferred) and Microsoft Excel

Position location

Job location

America, USA, Texas, Houston

Location

Houston

Office Location

Houston - Texas - USA

Teleworking (Homeoffice)

No - No teleworking

Candidate criteria

Minimum level of education required

3- Bachelor

Minimum level of experience required

6-10 years

Languages

English (4- Mother tongue)

Requester

Position start date

08/06/2026