Financial Controller

Evogene, a public traded biotechnology company is looking for a controller. The controller will be part of the finance department and will report to the Director of Finance.

Responsibilities

·            Oversee the quarterly and annual closing process and ensure accuracy of financial records including account payable, inventory, account receivables, accruals, billing, revenue recognition, payroll journal entries, fixed assets.

·            Manage the financial reporting processes of the parent company and the subsidiaries. 

·            Prepare annual and quarterly financial statements in accordance with IFRS.

·            Prepare annual tax returns and have an overall responsibility on compliance with Tax and other authorities.

·            Working with external auditors, consultants and advisors.

·            Manage the company's monthly cash flow (payments and collections).

·            Ensure adherence to financial laws and guidelines.

·            Prepare applications for support from the Israeli Innovation Authority and ensure compliance with the post-approval reporting requirements.

·            Budget control & financial analysis.

·            Prepare reports to management.

·            Ad hoc accounting and finance-related projects as needed.

Requirements

·            CPA with a minimum of 3 years' experience in a fast-paced environment, preferably in a high-tech /Bio-tech industry or 3 years after internship in Big 4. 

·            Big 4 experience

·            Public companies experience - an advantage.

·            Knowledge and experience in IFRS/US GAAP

·            High level of English and Hebrew.

·            Hands-on, excellent human relations and good teamwork skills.

·            Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

·            Familiarity with Priority - an advantage.

·            Strong analytical, detail-oriented and multi-tasking skills.