[Hiring] Controller Team Lead @Tiko

Role Description

Are you an expert in all areas of finance where you have been responsible for the end-to-end finance process? Are you looking to utilize your skillset whilst having a positive impact? Read on to find out more about our Controller Team Lead role.

The controllers are responsible for the timely, accurate and complete Tiko consolidation. The controller sets up and executes a number of reports and checks and balances to monitor the accuracy and completeness of the local books of accounts. In addition to this, the controller manages the day-to-day work of the team assigned to them.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the work that your team needs to do.
• Actively involved in cross-team projects and ensure that the work of your team meets the required standards.
• Ensure month and year-end closings in all Tiko entities are done in conformity with the SOP’s.
• Execute checks and balances in conformity with internal controls, policies, and procedures to ensure the reliability of consolidated financial statements.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and other checks and balances to monitor accuracy and completeness of the local books of accounts.
• Maintain, develop, and monitor Tiko’s Annual Operating Budget for cost coverage purposes and review budgets.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly projections/forecasts and submit for approval.
• Ensure compliance with accounting and fiscal laws, as well as Tiko and donor regulations.
• Responsible for the filing and safekeeping of consolidated finance records.
• Actively review local and global statutory audits, ensuring recommendations are followed up and audit findings are closed.
• Manage the global payroll process, bank reconciliation, intercompany reconciliation, and global salary allocations to donor budgets.

Qualifications

• 6+ years in a controller role.
• Fluent in English (level C2) required.
• Bachelor's in finance/business administration.
• Experience managing a team.
• Strong market experience in Portugal, paired with hands-on experience in either the UK or the Netherlands. (Exposure to other European or African markets is a plus).
• Proven track record working remotely with international teams, with experience managing operations or transactions across EUR, USD, and other European or African currencies.
• Good knowledge of accounting standards, internal control framework, and cost control methods.
• Excellent knowledge of risk and compliance.
• You are currently based in Portugal (mandatory).

Benefits

• The salary range for this position is €36,700 - €50,000 gross per year.
• Your final salary will be determined based on your experience and alignment with your future colleagues.
• Benefits and allowances tailored to your location.
• Flexible work arrangements, including remote or hybrid options.
• A personal development budget of €500 per year to invest in your professional growth.
• Unlimited holiday days to use as you see fit - just coordinate with your team and take the time you need to recharge.
• The opportunity to shape a growing, impactful product and leave your mark on how we work.
• A culture built on trust - we believe you’ll do your best without the need for unnecessary rules or micromanagement.

Company Description

Tiko is an African nonprofit committed to strengthening the potential and resilience of adolescent girls across Africa. We address the “Triple Threat” of unintended pregnancy, HIV infection, and sexual and gender-based violence by building local health ecosystems that provide stigma-free, no-cost, quality-assured services.

Tiko operates in six countries: Kenya, Ethiopia, Uganda, Burkina Faso, South Africa, and Nigeria, with additional offices in Portugal, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. Globally, our team consists of +250 enthusiastic, international colleagues. Our work environment is fast-paced, informal, and friendly.