Finance Controller

Sequoia Connect

22h•Onsite

About The Position

At Sequoia Connect, we are a Talent-First Technology Ecosystem that redefines how elite professionals interact with the global digital landscape. We move beyond traditional models to act as a catalyst for the top 1% of global talent, connecting human potential with complex industrial execution. By joining our inner circle, you are not simply taking a position; you are aligning with a strategic partner dedicated to updating your "Human OS" and accelerating your growth through world-class, high-impact projects. We are currently partnering with a global IT powerhouse that represents the connected world through innovative, customer-centric experiences. As a USD 6 billion organization and one of the top 7 IT service providers globally, our client empowers over 1,200 global customers—including several Fortune 500 companies—to "Rise™." With a massive network of 163,000+ professionals across 90 countries, they are at the absolute forefront of digital transformation, leveraging next-generation technologies such as 5G, AI, Blockchain, and Quantum Computing. This is your chance to thrive in a workplace recognized as one of the most sustainable corporations in the world. You will join an environment that values innovation and societal impact, working on end-to-end digital transformation projects for global leaders. If you are a driven professional looking for global career opportunities and exposure to high-impact projects within an international network of expertise, this is where you belong.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
Contador Público certification is required.
8–12 years of progressive finance experience in Colombia.
Proven experience as a Finance Controller or Senior Accounting Manager in a services environment (IT/Telecom preferred).
Strong hands-on expertise in IFRS and Colombian statutory accounting.
Deep understanding of local taxation, compliance, audit processes, and internal controls.
Proven track record in treasury and cash flow management.
Experience managing and developing a team of 4–5 finance professionals.
High-Performance Mindset: Resilience, emotional intelligence, and a focus on agile delivery.
Technologist DNA: A deep understanding of the difference between "coding" and "engineering." (Note: As this is a finance role, this translates to understanding the difference between simple bookkeeping and strategic financial engineering).
Advanced Oral English.
Advanced Spanish.

Nice To Haves

Experience using ERP systems, specifically SAP (for group reporting) and Siigo (for local/statutory accounting).
Advanced proficiency in Excel (mandatory).
Experience with Power BI or other automation tools.
Familiarity with cloud-native foundations or AI coding assistants.

Responsibilities

Own and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring accurate financial statements under IFRS and Colombian statutory accounting (local GAAP).
Review and approve key accounting areas, including revenue recognition (T&M, milestone-based, managed services), accruals, provisions, prepaid expenses, payroll accounting, benefits, fixed assets, depreciation, and intercompany accounting.
Deliver monthly management reporting with clear variance analysis and commentary in English.
Ensure full compliance with all Colombian tax and regulatory obligations (Income tax, IVA, ICA, withholding taxes, payroll taxes, and parafiscales), maintaining a zero-missed statutory compliance calendar.
Liaise with external tax advisors and auditors to support audits, tax reviews, inspections, assess regulatory changes, and implement required actions.
Lead weekly and monthly cash flow forecasting for a US$6–8M revenue entity, managing liquidity for operations, payroll, tax payments, and vendors.
Enforce strong treasury controls, including payment approvals, segregation of duties, bank account governance, and signatories.
Drive working capital optimization by improving billing accuracy, AR collections (DSO reduction), managing vendor payments, AP scheduling, and overseeing intercompany settlements.
Manage banking relationships, KYC documentation, and any guarantees or facilities.
Act as the main point of contact for external auditors and internal audit/corporate controllership, maintaining continuous audit readiness.
Ensure compliance with internal policies and SOX-type controls, identify control gaps, lead remediation plans (CAPA), and develop SOPs and process notes.
Partner with Operations and Commercial teams on customer/project profitability, cost management, margin improvement, and the financial review of contracts.
Support budgeting, forecasting, and re-forecasting in coordination with regional finance, providing insights on revenue trends, cost drivers, and operational risks.
Lead, coach, and develop a finance team of 4–5 members across accounting, AP/AR, payroll, and compliance.
Set performance objectives, conduct reviews, coordinate effectively with shared services/BPO teams, and foster a culture of accuracy, ownership, and compliance.