US & Canada Controller

BSI•Reston, VA

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a Financial Controller to lead finance and controlling activities across our US and Canada region. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring strong financial governance, accurate reporting, and effective collaboration with stakeholders across BSI’s North American operations. This opportunity is suited to a qualified finance professional with strong IFRS expertise, regional experience, and the ability to lead and develop teams while partnering effectively in a matrix organisation. As a senior leadership role, you will have end-to-end responsibility for financial oversight, reporting, and compliance, acting as a trusted partner to regional leadership while ensuring robust financial controls across the business. This is a high-visibility role with significant impact across BSI’s North American operations.

Requirements

Professionally qualified accountant (CPA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent).
In-depth knowledge of IFRS and regional finance requirements in the US & Canada.
Proven experience managing finance teams in a matrix environment.
Strong background in financial control, audit, tax, and professional services.
Exceptional organisational skills, stakeholder management, and business partnering capability.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
A proactive, solutions-oriented team player with excellent communication skills.

Nice To Haves

SAP experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Lead all financial accounting and reporting activities for BSI’s US & Canada entities.
Ensure accurate and timely delivery of internal and external financial reports in line with Group and statutory requirements.
Act as a trusted finance business partner to the local leadership team and wider stakeholders.
Maintain and strengthen the financial control environment; support internal audit and controls testing.
Liaise with shared services (FBS) to ensure optimal execution of transactional activities.
Lead, coach, and manage a high-performing finance team; oversee workload delegation and team development.
Coordinate year-end group audit activities and local statutory filings with external advisors.
Deliver monthly working capital cash flow forecasts and contribute to broader finance change initiatives.