Finance Controller- Romania

Life at Ness 

At Ness, people come first. Here, you'll be part of a vibrant team that values curiosity, innovation, and growth. We work with industry-leading clients on projects that truly make an impact while supporting every team member in carving out their unique career path. With resources for learning, certifications, and hands-on experiences, Ness offers you more than just a job—it’s a place where your ideas, ambition, and well-being matter. 

The Role 

 We are seeking an experienced Finance Controller to oversee financial reporting, statutory compliance, forecasting, internal controls, and business performance analysis for the Romanian entity. The role will partner with local management and regional finance teams to ensure accurate, timely, and insightful financial information.

The position combines local statutory finance responsibilities with group reporting, financial planning, and business partnering. The controller needs to possess the required knowledge of Romanian statutory accounting, US GAAP, S4 Hana SAP system, Transfer Pricing regulations, tax coordination, and audit support.

Key Responsibilities 

• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing processes.
• Prepare management MIS reports, group reporting packs, and financial analysis.
• Ensure compliance with Romanian accounting, tax, and statutory reporting requirements.
• Prepare or coordinate statutory financial statements and annual reports & filing within timelines.
• Monitor operating expenses, EBITDA, working capital, and cash flow.
• Review and reconcile balance sheet accounts, including intercompany balances.
• Maintain effective internal controls and ensure compliance with company policies.
• Coordinate external audits, internal audits, tax inspections, and requests from advisors.
• Liaise with external accounting, payroll, tax, and legal service providers.
• Support VAT, corporate tax, payroll accounting, and other finance-related filings.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to local and regional management.
• Improve reporting processes, finance systems, automation, and data quality.
• Act as a finance business partner to operational and commercial teams.

 Qualifications and Skills 

• Master’s degree in finance, Accounting or a related field. ACCA, CFA, CPA, CIMA, CECCAR, or equivalent qualification is an advantage.
• Approximately 15+ years of relevant finance or controlling experience; experience with a US headquartered company will be preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Romanian accounting and statutory reporting requirements.
• Strong knowledge of general ledger, month-end closing, reconciliations, and internal controls.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills; experience with Power BI or other reporting tools is an advantage.
• Fluent Romanian and strong professional English.
• Excellent analytical, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage deadlines, multiple priorities, and stakeholder expectations.
• Previous Big Four or external audit experience is desirable, but not mandatory

Why Join Us 

At Ness, you will work with diverse, talented professionals who are dedicated to making an impact through technology. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply—even if you don’t meet every requirement, we’d love to connect with you if this role excites you. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace that celebrates each team member’s unique talents.  

With flexible remote options, diverse projects, and access to development resources, joining Ness means building a career that’s meaningful and impactful. 

What to Expect Next 

We believe great experiences start with transparency—and that includes our hiring process. Here’s what you can typically expect after you hit "Apply": 

• HR Interview – A conversation to get to know you better and align on expectations. 

• Technical Interview – A chance to showcase your skills and experience. 

• Team interviews – Ensuring mutual fit between you and different stakeholders with whom you will work. 

• Offer Stage – If everything aligns, we’ll be happy to make it official. 

While many of our roles involve just 2–3 steps, some processes may include additional conversations. Regardless of the path, we aim to keep every step transparent and respectful of your time. 

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