Financial Controller

About Temenos

Temenos is a global leader in banking technology. Through our market-leading core banking suite and best-in-class composable solutions, we are modernizing the banking industry. Banks of all sizes utilize our adaptable technology – on-premises, in the cloud, or as SaaS – to deliver next-generation services and AI-enhanced experiences that elevate banking for their customers. Our mission is to create a world where people can live their best financial lives.

VALUES

Care About Transforming The Banking Landscape.

Commit to being part of an exciting culture and product evolving within the financial industry.

Collaborate effectively and proactively with teams within or outside Temenos.

Challenge yourself to be ambitious and achieve your individual as well as the company targets.
The Statutory Financial Controller is responsible for delivering accurate and timely statutory financial reporting and ensuring full tax compliance for several legal entities, primarily located in Belgium, the Nordics, and Israel.

About Temenos

Temenos is a global leader in banking technology. Through our market-leading core banking suite and best-in-class composable solutions, we are modernizing the banking industry. Banks of all sizes utilize our adaptable technology – on-premises, in the cloud, or as SaaS – to deliver next-generation services and AI-enhanced experiences that elevate banking for their customers. Our mission is to create a world where people can live their best financial lives.

VALUES

Care About Transforming The Banking Landscape.

Commit to being part of an exciting culture and product evolving within the financial industry.

Collaborate effectively and proactively with teams within or outside Temenos.

Challenge yourself to be ambitious and achieve your individual as well as the company targets.
The Statutory Financial Controller is responsible for delivering accurate and timely statutory financial reporting and ensuring full tax compliance for several legal entities, primarily located in Belgium, the Nordics, and Israel.

This role provides financial leadership and support to the entities within its scope, working closely with Regional Finance Controllers and cross-functional teams. The successful candidate will take ownership of all matters related to Balance Sheet, P&L, statutory accounts, tax filings, tax controls and audits, ensuring compliance with both local regulations and Group accounting policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Apply and enforce Group accounting policies and internal controls to ensure compliance and protection of company assets.
• Monitor on monthly basis the accuracy and integrity of financial data, ensuring high quality of Balance Sheet and P&L reporting.
• Prepare and file statutory financial statements in compliance with local accounting standards (e.g., Belgian GAAP) and applicable regulations.
• Ensure all relevant tax filings are completed (corporate income tax, VAT, other local taxes), in close collaboration with the Group Tax team.
• Act as the primary point of contact for external auditors and manage audit processes from planning to final sign-off.
• Ensure efficient cooperation with the finance teams in the Shared Services Center (SSC) and other internal stakeholders (Group Accounting, Treasury, Tax, Legal).
• Ensure internal and external reporting requirements are met accurately and on time.
• Support tax audits or controls, providing required documentation and insights.
• Lead or support projects related to the setup, closure, or merger of legal entities in the region, coordinating with external lawyers, Treasury, and Tax departments as needed.
• Contribute to regional or global finance transformation initiatives, process improvements, and system enhancements (e.g., ERP upgrades).

Education & Qualifications

• University degree in Finance, Accounting, or equivalent.
  

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience in statutory accounting, audit, or financial controlling.
• Experience in working in multi-entity international environments and/or in the IT/Software Business environment.
• Sound knowledge of local GAAP (especially Belgian GAAP), IFRS, and local tax regulations.
• Previous experience with external audits and tax controls
  

Skills & Competencies

• Strong technical accounting and tax knowledge.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• A strong team spirit and a pro-active attitude are imperative.
• Ability to communicate effectively with both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
• Capacity to work autonomously while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proficiency in Excel and ERP system Oracle 11i.

Languages

• Fluent French and English (written and spoken) is required.

SOME OF OUR BENEFITS Include

• Maternity leave: Transition back with 3 days per week in the first month and 4 days per week in the second month
• Civil Partnership: 1 week of paid leave if you're getting married. This covers marriages and civil partnerships, including same sex/civil partnership
• Family care: 4 weeks of paid family care leave
• Recharge days: 4 days per year to use when you need to physically or mentally needed to recharge
• Study leaves: 2 weeks of paid leave each year for study or personal development

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