Group Controller, Head of Accounting & Systems (Remote, Europe)
Devoted Studios is a production management company for external development in the video games industry. With a mission to create equal opportunity for all talent globally to work on the games of their dreams, Devoted Studios aims to decentralize game development.
We are seeking a senior finance leader and the internal product owner for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. Your dual mandate is to :
- Own the full global IFRS accounting, global tax, project‑cost, and management‑reporting cycle for a fast‑growing technology services business.
- Co‑lead the roll‑out, configuration, and continuous improvement of Dynamics 365 BC, ensuring every finance‑relevant module is implemented, integrated, supported by the proper documentation, and used to best‑practice standards by the internal team.
You will build and coach a finance & accounting team (up to 5 people) and collaborate cross‑functionally with Sales, Delivery, HR, and IT.
Location : 100% remote.
Language : This role requires excellent written and verbal communication in English and fluency in Ukrainian or Russian.
Responsibilities
Financial Accounting & ReportingLead monthly, quarterly, and year‑end closes under US GAAPMaintain chart of accounts, general ledger structure, and core financial controlsOversee financial reporting, revenue recognition (IFRS 15), project costing, and WIP calculationsManage consolidated group financial statements and reporting processesCash, treasury, and working capital managementManage daily bank reconciliations, cash flow forecasting, and payment approvalsSupervise A / R and A / P processes, aged receivables / payables, and credit risk policiesOwn order‑to‑cash and procure‑to‑pay processes, including sales / purchase journal setup and compliance (e.g., 1099)Payroll, employee cost & tax complianceOversee global payroll processing and journal integration (in‑house or vendor‑managed)Manage compliance with statutory filings (T4, W‑2, 1099, etc.)Partner with Head of Legal and local providers on tax returns, VAT, sales tax, CFC reporting, and transfer pricingSystems, Automation & BIServe as functional lead for Microsoft Dynamics 365 implementation and financial systems governanceDrive automation of core accounting processes : revenue, payroll, project costing, month‑end close, and internal controlsBuild Power BI dashboards for finance, labor cost, KPIs, and management reportingIntercompany & ConsolidationManage intercompany accounting, eliminations, and consolidation workflowsImplement intercompany journals, chart of accounts, and G / L entries in DynamicsInternal Controls & Risk ManagementEstablish and maintain effective internal controls over payroll, revenue, payments, and financial closingMaintain audit trails, change logs, and compliance documentation for financial audits and tax inspectionsStrategic & Operational ManagementLead and optimize all financial operations including budgeting, forecasting, variance tracking, and monthly performance reviewsCo‑manage global accounting, payroll, and tax providers with the Head of LegalSupport external audit, tax return prep, and compliance efforts across multiple jurisdictionsLeadership & People ManagementHire, train, and lead a team of accountants and analystsChampion a culture of financial discipline, accuracy, and process improvementRequirements
Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related fieldAt least 15 years of progressive experience in accounting, audit, or related financial rolesStrong understanding of accounting and financial reporting under IFRSHands‑on experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business CentralProven track record with month‑end close processes and external auditsAdvanced Excel or Google Sheets skills, including complex formula modelingStrong communication, leadership, and cross‑functional collaboration skillsHigh attention to detail, accountability, and the ability to work in a dynamic, fast‑paced environmentFluent in EnglishPreferred Qualifications
ACCA certificationExperience automating accounting and reporting processes in Business CentralFamiliarity with international tax compliance, transfer pricing, and corporate law fundamentalsStrong project management experience, especially in scaling finance operationsPrior experience in a startup or high‑growth company environmentContinuous improvement mindset with a focus on process optimizationBenefits
Why Join Us?
Strong and enthusiastic team — knowledge sharing, learning, and professional self‑development opportunitiesDirect collaboration with the Finance DirectorChallenging tasks in a growing organizationRemote work and flexible hoursOpportunity to work in an international game production company with attractive remuneration and professional developmentThis is a remote, full‑time contractor position. We are an equal opportunity company and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for a contract without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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