Before we dive into the role, let’s talk about flexibility. At Zip, our office is in New York City but we can hire from anywhere across the United States. Our Zipsters can choose where and when they work by taking full advantage of our hybrid-work environment.So whether you’re fully remote, mostly in the office or a mix of the two, you’ll be empowered to do whatever brings out your best.About usWe are Zip, a global Buy Now, Pay Later company providing fair and seamless solutions that simplify how millions of people pay. Our journey began in Australia, has taken us to 14 countries (so far) - and we’re just getting started.
We exist to create a world where people can live fearlessly today, knowing they’re in control of tomorrow. Focused on product innovation that puts people at the centre, we put the financial well-being of our customers and merchant partners at the heart of everything that we do.
About the roleAs an Assistant Controller in our US Finance Team, reporting to the VP Financial Controller , you will be responsible you will support world class financial reporting for a fast-growing dynamic company. In addition, you will work with the US and Global Finance team along with key business partners to support continued Company growth within the US market.
Your passion for finance and a keen, curiosity led approach to supporting the wider team will have a material impact on the companies success today and in the future through the application of strong governance and fiscal prudence.What your day will look like:
- Achieve results through the team by providing strong leadership, clear communication, mentorship, prioritization and motivation
- Ensure funding facility covenants reporting are done timely and are not breached. These can includeUS Month-end close to deadlines, including cost center and Executive + Board reporting
- Own Internal Controls - identify and close gaps, document and ensure they are being complied with
- Continue to evolve and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls and gain efficiencies
- Ensure consistent Balance Sheet accuracy
- Monitor financial activities and investigate amp; report variances
- Review financial data provided by other cross-function teams and identify and investigate issues and anomalies as part of the month-end close, tracking issues to their resolution
- Collaborate with other teams within Global and US Finance to deliver on financial amp; management reporting, audits, local statutory + tax requirements
- Support the FPamp;A team with inputs into forecast and budgets
- Be the subject matter expert on key processes amp; systems impacting financial accuracy
- Develop and maintain working relationships with business partners and cross-functional teams at multiple levels within the organization
- Support new business development and reporting as needed
- Research accounting pronouncements as needed
- Aid and/or train other team members
To help us level up, you'll ideally have:
- 5 or more years experience in Accounting or Finance with a strong knowledge of US GAAP (IFRS also beneficial)
- Proven ability to develop a high performance team through strong coaching and interpersonal skills
- Comfort with ambiguity; Independent thinker who is happiest in the ‘grey’ Zip is a fast-moving, agile organization and you need to be comfortable with little structure or precedent
- Excellent knowledge of accounting amp; financial principles and how business decisions impact financial statements
- Strong analytical skills with superior attention to detail
- Intermediate to advanced Excel skills
- Ability to successfully manage multiple competing priorities while maintaining a view of the big picture
- Robust interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact with various management levels and influence others through effective verbal and written communication
- Strong stakeholder management underpinned by effective communication and expectation management skills
- CPA or CA qualifiedBig 4 audit experience an advantageIdeal, but not essential, experience in the Financial Services / FinTech Industries with exposure to large volumes of transactions a plus
- Our values in your DNA: Customer First, Own It, Stronger Together and Change the Game
We’re proud to be a values-led business. They guide us in everything we do - how we work together and create game-changing experiences for our customers and fellow Zipsters.
If you only meet some of the requirements for this role, that's okay. We value a diverse range of backgrounds and ideas and believe this is fundamental for our future success. So, if you have the curiosity to learn and the willingness to te