The Financial Controller is responsible for leading the financial governance, reporting, and performance management frameworks across the NPDL鈥檚 multi-country operations. This role ensures the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of financial information, supporting strategic decision-making and enabling operational excellence in a complex, fast-moving global shipping and logistics environment.
The Financial Controller oversees financial reporting, statutory compliance, while driving financial discipline and continuous improvement across all regional offices. Working closely with executive leadership, commercial teams, and operational units, the role provides critical financial insights that support profitability, cost efficiency, and sustainable growth.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Reporting & Close Management
- Oversees end-to-end accounting operations for multiple entities (NPDL and PFL), ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
- Maintains robust ledger integrity and drives timely reconciliations across all accounts.
- Executes monthly and quarterly close processes within strict timelines (month-end: 5 business days; quarter-end: 7 business days).
- Delivers comprehensive variance analysis and actionable insights to FP&A and US Financial Reporting teams.
- Reviews and mitigates risks in high-impact general ledger reconciliations across subsidiaries.
Audit & Compliance
- Leads coordination and successful completion of 15+ external audits annually across diverse jurisdictions.
- Manages audit schedules and ensures timely submission of 25+ group reporting packs to PNL UK.
- Oversees preparation and review of audited and compilation financial statements.
- Ensures full compliance with debt covenants and regulatory requirements, minimizing exposure to financial risk.
Technical Financial Leadership
- Acts as a trusted advisor on IFRS and US GAAP, guiding adoption and interpretation across the organization.
- Applies Principal vs. Agent considerations under IFRS 15/ASC 606 for accurate revenue recognition.
- Provides technical expertise for due diligence, mergers, and acquisition projects, ensuring compliance and strategic alignment.
Systems, Processes & Automation
- Champions automation and standardization of financial reporting and intercompany processes to enhance efficiency.
- Strengthens internal controls to safeguard data integrity and ensure compliance.
Leadership & People Development
- Mentors and develops accounting professionals, fostering accountability and continuous improvement.
- Builds team capability through structured learning, coaching, and mentoring programs.
- Promotes collaboration across South Pacific finance teams, positioning finance as a strategic business partner.
- Sets clear goals and performance standards aligned with organizational priorities.
- Champions an inclusive, high-performance culture that drives engagement and results.