Head of Financial Reporting and Accounting

2 months ago

Stamford, Connecticut, United States Gerald Group Full time
About Gerald Group

Gerald Group is a leading private global metals trading company founded in 1962. Its business consists of the physical sale, development, trade, and structured financing of commodities and commodity-linked assets. Gerald is a diversified metals trader, across precious and non-precious metals, and operates on a global basis with mining and metals assets and facilities in various jurisdictions.

Our Business

Gerald Group provides trading and investment solutions to both producer and consumer clients worldwide. Our company is committed to providing strategic insights and ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of reports that drive decision-making processes at all levels of the organization.

Job Summary

The Head of Financial Reporting and Accounting will lead the reporting function within the organization, overseeing the collection, analysis, and dissemination of financial and operational data. This role is crucial in providing strategic insights and ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of reports that drive decision-making processes at all levels of the organization.

Key ResponsibilitiesStatutory Reporting and Technical Accounting
  • Lead the preparation and review of consolidated financial statements in compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), including footnote disclosures, operating metrics, management's discussion and analysis (MD&A), accounting memos, etc. Ensure the timeliness, accuracy, and integrity of all disclosed financial information.
  • Ensure that all statutory reports comply with applicable accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and legal obligations.
  • Responsible for the development and dissemination of accounting policies, processes, and procedures to ensure consistent corporate compliance.
Bank Reporting, Budgeting, and Forecasting
  • Oversee the preparation and delivery of accurate and timely consolidated package and operational reports. Identify areas for improvement in reporting processes and implement changes as needed.
  • Lead the preparation of the annual budget process. Develop and implement reporting frameworks and dashboards to track key performance indicators (KPIs).
  • Partner with senior management to understand reporting needs and ensure alignment with strategic objectives.
Audit Coordination and Regulatory Compliance
  • Stay updated on changes in financial regulations, accounting standards, and statutory reporting requirements. Ensure the organization's financial practices are compliant with local and international regulations.
  • Act as the senior point of contact for external auditors during statutory audits. Prepare and review necessary documentation and responses for audit inquiries.
  • Implement recommendations from audit findings to enhance reporting processes.
Leadership and Management
  • Lead and manage the reporting team, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities.
  • Establish and maintain effective reporting processes and standards.
  • Collaborate with other departments to align reporting activities with organizational goals.
Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
  • CPA and/or Chartered Accountant required. MBA is preferred.
  • Minimum 10+ years of general accounting/auditing experience, with at least 5 years of managing global teams and multiple entities.
  • Experience in commodity trading industry is preferred.
  • Expert knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, financial markets, banking, and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
  • Excellent working knowledge of technical accounting rules, regulatory rules, and related business processes with in-depth knowledge of existing and new IFRS accounting standards.
  • High degree of integrity and strong ethical standards.
  • An effective team leader who positively contributes to an inclusive and collaborative environment.
  • Strong financial planning and analysis capabilities, including forecasting and cash flow.
  • Strong listening, written, and oral communication skills; comfortable presenting to all levels of management.
  • Self-starter with a high level of initiative, strong work ethic, and the ability to gather, synthesize, organize, and report information. Solid planning and project management skills; extremely reliable with meeting deadlines.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with a strong proficiency in Excel.
  • Ability to work in an office Monday through Friday.
  • Ability to travel as needed.
Employee Programs & Benefits
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.
  • Commuter benefits.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts.
  • Health Saving Account.
  • 401(k) plan with company match.
  • Short- and long-term disability.
  • Tuition reimbursement.
  • Paid time off for vacation, personal, and sick time.

We are an equal-opportunity employer. Our teams consist of professionals with diverse backgrounds and skill sets, all of which contribute to the efficacy and profitability of our operations. We take pride in our contributions in aiding developing economies, reducing carbon emissions, and in building towards a more progressive and equitable future.

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