Role Description At Momentum Accounting, we’re more than just a remote accounting firm. We’re a people-first, tech-savvy team that helps small businesses grow with confidence. We believe accounting should be empowering, not overwhelming. That’s why we blend smart systems, strategic thinking, and human connection to deliver financial clarity our clients can act on. The Controller is a senior-level professional at Momentum Accounting responsible for delivering high-quality accounting services to a portfolio of clients. This role requires a high degree of technical proficiency, professional judgment, and the ability to serve as a trusted financial resource for clients. The Controller takes ownership of client engagements from end to end, managing deadlines proactively, communicating clearly, and providing meaningful financial insight that supports client decision-making. This position also plays an important internal role, contributing to the quality and development of the accounting team through consistent, constructive review and mentorship of staff. Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field - 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a Controller or Senior Accountant capacity - Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting principles - Proficiency in cloud-based accounting software (QuickBooks Online, Xero, or similar) - Multi-client management: Demonstrated ability to manage multiple clients or projects simultaneously under firm deadlines - Excellent written and verbal communication: Able to communicate financial information clearly to non-financial audiences Requirements - Serve as the primary financial contact for assigned clients, building trusted, professional relationships - Communicate proactively with clients regarding deliverables, deadlines, issues, and financial results - Conduct regular client meetings or check-ins to review financial statements, KPIs, and cash flow - Present financial information in a clear, client-friendly manner tailored to the client’s level of financial sophistication - Respond to client inquiries in a timely and professional manner, escalating concerns as appropriate - Oversee and execute month-end and year-end close processes for multiple client entities simultaneously - Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with GAAP, ensuring accuracy and completeness - Perform and review balance sheet reconciliations, journal entries, and variance analysis - Maintain organized, audit-ready workpapers and documentation for all client engagements - Coordinate with tax preparers to ensure financial records are accurate and ready for tax compliance purposes - Manage multiple concurrent client engagements, tracking progress against deadlines and internal targets - Proactively identify risks to timely delivery and communicate them to leadership in advance - Organize and prioritize workload independently, ensuring that recurring deliverables are completed on schedule - Maintain up-to-date records in the firm’s project management system, accurately reflecting engagement status and time - Review the work of bookkeepers and staff accountants assigned to client engagements, providing timely, constructive feedback - Mentor and coach junior team members, helping them develop both technical skills and professional judgment - Set clear expectations for staff on client engagements and follow up to ensure quality standards are met - Collaborate with team members to share knowledge, document processes, and support a positive, high-performance work environment - Leverage accounting platforms (QuickBooks Online, Xero, and others) effectively to maintain client books and produce reports - Contribute to the development and documentation of firm SOPs and best practices - Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and quality within client engagements and firm workflows Benefits - $100/month fitness benefit: Support your health and well-being, your way - Up to $440/month QSEHRA: Helps cover qualifying medical expenses - 401(k) with company contribution - $50/month phone reimbursement - BYO laptop + $500 equipment stipend (one replacement every 5 years) - Unlimited PTO (recommended at least 3 weeks/year) - Career growth: Mentorship, leadership development, and a clear path to senior firm leadership

Role Description In this role, you will be responsible for the financial accounting, reporting, control, and statutory compliance of the Middle East legal entities with a key focus on the UAE. This role ensures that timely, accurate and high-quality financial information is delivered to Group Finance and local stakeholders in accordance with local requirements and regulations. - Own and lead the financial accounting and reporting activities for ME entities, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial information. - Ensure all local tax filings and statutory deadlines are met in full compliance with local legislation, working in conjunction with the Group Tax team. - Perform regular reviews of balance sheets, reconciliations and cash flows. - Resolve discrepancies and drive consistent reconciliation quality and documentation standards. - Actively manage and enhance working capital performance by building a strong understanding of key drivers and movements across ME entities and identifying opportunities for improvement. - Manage relationships with external and internal auditors and ensure audits are completed on time and without significant issues. - Ensure compliance with all local accounting, taxation, and regulatory requirements across ME entities. - Review payroll outputs to ensure accuracy and compliance. - Prepare final settlements for ME leavers in accordance with local labour and statutory requirements. - Take ownership of additional ad‑hoc finance‑related responsibilities as required to support the ME region and Group Finance objectives. Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field. - At least 8 years’ experience in accounting, financial reporting, controlling, audit or finance leadership. - Understanding of the Middle East and/or UAE processes and requirements. - Experience of tax accounting and indirect tax matters. - Strong people leadership and stakeholder management skills. Benefits - Competitive total reward package. - Independent and varied job in an international environment. - Flexible working hours. - Ongoing training and development. - 27-days annual leave *pro rata*. - Paid sick leave. - Bank holidays. - Health insurance. - Life insurance. - Pension plan with company contribution. - Income protection. - Paid maternity leave. - Paid paternity leave. - Paid parental leave. - Adoption leave. - Compassionate leave. - Paid bereavement leave. - Learning and development opportunities. - A wide range of flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your lifestyle.

• Support the Vice Dean of Research and Graduate Studies business area by providing strategic oversight of budget, fiscal, operational, and compliance-related financial activities • Oversee financial operations associated with approximately $31M in annual operating expenditures across 12 departments • Prepare executive-level financial reports, dashboards, presentations, and operational analyses for leadership • Maintain financial controls, operational procedures, and reporting structures to support compliance and efficient operations • Review and approve financial transactions, journal vouchers, correcting entries, and business expenses as appropriate • Support audit, compliance, and year-end financial activities across the business area

• Direct and coordinate financial planning and budget management functions in assigned region • Recommend benchmarks for measuring financial and operating performance • Monitor and analyze monthly operating results against budget • Partner with site General Managers on budget questions and P&L statements • Manage all aspects of inventory costing, reviews, and reporting • Review P&Ls to ensure accurate monthly reporting of revenue and expenditures • Prepare monthly metrics, including utilization reports to support operations • Ensure compliance with GAAP • Support Corporate Office when necessary for cash collections, accounts payable, and intercompany transactions