Senior Group Financial Accountant (Remote)

Job description

WHO ARE WE? Searchlight Cyber was founded in 2017 with a mission to stop threat actors from acting with impunity. Its External Cyber Risk Management Platform helps organizations to identify and protect themselves from threats emerging from the cybercriminal underground, with Attack Surface Management and Threat Intelligence tools designed to separate the signal from the noise. It is used by some of the world’s largest enterprises, government and law enforcement agencies, and the Managed Security Service Providers at the forefront of protecting customers from external threats. Find out more at . ABOUT THE POSITION We are seeking an experienced senior-level Financial Accountant to join our growing international finance team. This role is critical in ensuring strong financial control, accurate reporting, compliance, and audit readiness across our global operations. As a senior member of the finance team, you will take ownership of the day-to-day accounting and financial reporting activities across multiple international entities while supporting consolidated group reporting within a private equity-backed technology business. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys both the technical and operational aspects of finance and takes pride in maintaining accurate, well-controlled financial processes within a fast-paced international environment. The role includes responsibility for statutory reporting, tax compliance (including sales taxes, VAT and GST), payroll oversight, lender reporting, audit coordination, revenue recognition, treasury activities, and supporting consolidated financial reporting across entities in the US, UK, Australia and other jurisdictions as the business expands. Working closely with the CFO, Finance Director, and FP&A Manager, you will help strengthen financial processes, support audit and investor reporting requirements, and work with external advisors, auditors, lenders, and tax authorities to ensure ongoing compliance across the Group. WHAT WILL I DO? ● Own the month-end and year-end close processes across multiple international entities ● Prepare accurate financial reporting, reconciliations, journals, and supporting schedules ● Maintain strong financial controls and ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, policies, and procedures ● Support tax compliance activities, including sales tax, VAT, GST, payroll taxes, and income tax reporting across multiple jurisdictions ● Coordinate with external advisors and tax authorities to support ongoing compliance requirements ● Support the preparation of consolidated monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting for the Group ● Own the coordination and delivery of the Group's consolidated annual audit, including managing audit requirements across US, UK, and Australian entities and acting as the primary finance contact for external auditors ● Prepare and manage lender reporting packages, covenant calculations, compliance certificates, and related reporting obligations associated with financing facilities ● Coordinate payroll activities and ensure accurate processing, reporting, and compliance across relevant jurisdictions ● Support investor reporting and related deliverables within a private equity-backed environment ● Support revenue recognition processes and technical accounting reviews ● Support treasury, cash management, and foreign exchange activities ● Manage intercompany accounting, reconciliations, and transfer pricing support activities ● Work closely with the CFO, Finance Director, FP&A Manager, and wider finance team to support international finance operations and reporting ● Identify opportunities to improve finance processes, controls, systems, and reporting efficiencies ● Support business growth initiatives, acquisitions, integrations, and other strategic finance projects as required WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR? ● Approximately 10+ years of progressive experience within financial accounting, reporting, audit, or financial control roles, including experience operating at a senior level ● CPA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent accounting qualification, with strong US accounting and reporting experience required ● Able to work hours that provide significant overlap with the UK-based finance team, including an 08:00 ET start if US-based ● Strong technical accounting, financial reporting, and financial control experience ● Strong understanding of US GAAP, with exposure to IFRS and international or multi-entity business structures preferred ● Experience supporting consolidated reporting, audits, and compliance activities within complex or international organisation ● Experience with lender reporting, payroll, tax processes, and regulatory compliance activities ● Comfortable managing detailed operational finance activities and maintaining accurate financial records ● Strong attention to detail with a structured and methodical approach to work ● Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across international teams ● Strong spreadsheet and financial systems skills, including experience working with ERP or reporting systems ● Experience working within an international technology, corporate, listed, or private equity-backed business would be advantageous ● Experience gained within a larger accounting firm or corporate finance environment would be beneficial WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME? Job satisfaction; working for a company that is genuinely making people’s lives better and helping to reduce the impact of internet-based crime. You will have the opportunity to grow your career with the company in a very exciting industry. On top of a competitive salary in line with your experience, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside an experienced and collaborative international finance team in a fast-growing cyber security business. This is an opportunity to take ownership of finance operations in the US and play a key role within a growing international finance function while working closely with senior leadership and supporting the continued growth of an international organisation. We’re a committed team of professionals from diverse backgrounds — software, data, security, sales and more. We all come together with a real passion for technology and a drive to make a difference. You’ll be challenged with interesting projects that will help broaden your experience across financial accounting, reporting, and international finance operations. You’ll be a key member of the team, directly contributing to the continued growth and success of the business. INTERVIEW PROCESS ● Screening Call with our Talent Manager ● Interview with line manager and senior management ● Offer and onboarding