Financial Controller (Position located in London, England) at KnowBe4

London, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Cybersecurity, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CPA) with 3+ years' experience in a Financial Controller or senior finance role within a high-growth, fast-paced environment
Experience in SaaS or tech scale-ups is strongly preferred; exposure to IPO readiness or listed environments is a plus
In-depth knowledge of UK GAAP, US GAAP, IFRS, and other relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements
Experience leading and managing teams of 3 or more direct reports
Experience with MS Office (Word and Excel) and ERP experience (NetSuite preferred)
Proficient computer skills, particularly Microsoft Office and Google suites
Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to develop and manage a high-performing team
Excellent time management and organization skills
Strong organizational skills and ability to

Responsibilities

Lead, develop, and manage a multi-layered, high-performing finance team to establish a best-in-class function as we scale
Assist the VP Finance with monthly financial close process including general ledger management and balance sheet reconciliations
Act as a key point of contact for the external auditors during the year end process and ensure any recommendations are implemented in a timely fashion
Ensure compliance with local GAAP and other relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements
Review changes in accounting standards, regulations, and best practices, and assess their impact on the organization
Assist with M&A activity including due diligence and post-acquisition integration
Collaborate with the tax team and tax advisors on all tax related matters, ensuring international tax compliance and providing general tax guidance to management where necessary
Lead the preparation and submission of the annual R&D tax credit claim
Drive a culture of process improvements, efficiency and cost control within the finance function and across the business
Perform ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting to support business operations, as requested
Ensure Company policies and procedures are established, updated, and followed in accordance with GAAP
Deliver timely, accurate and complete financial statements on monthly, quarterly, and annual basis

Skills

Financial Reporting

General Ledger Management

Balance Sheet Reconciliation

Financial Analysis

Accounting Compliance

Process Improvement

Team Leadership

Monthly Financial Close

KnowBe4

Security awareness training and phishing simulations

About KnowBe4

KnowBe4 provides security awareness training and simulated phishing exercises to help organizations combat social engineering threats. Their platform is designed to be easy to use and can be quickly implemented, allowing IT professionals to deploy training programs faster than many competitors. The service includes a variety of training modules and phishing simulations that are accessible through a subscription model. A dedicated Customer Success team supports clients during the onboarding process, ensuring a smooth transition without requiring extra consulting time. The main goal of KnowBe4 is to enhance the security posture of businesses by educating employees about potential cyber threats.

Clearwater, FloridaHeadquarters

2010Year Founded

$390.1MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Enterprise Software, CybersecurityIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Financial Security - 3.5% 401k Matching, Company-wide Monthly Bonuses Up To $2,000 A Month, Employee Referral Bonuses, Employee Stock Purchase Program

Health and Wellness - Fully Paid Medical Insurance, Vision and Dental Plans, FSA (Flexible Spending Account), Free Gym Benefits Through Classpass, Virtual Yoga Classes, Free Fresh Fruit Delivered Weekly

Vacation, Time Off and Leave - Open Paid Time Off, National Holidays, Fully Paid Military Leave

Continuing Education - Tuition Reimbursement Up To $5,250 A Year, Certification Completion Bonuses Up To $10,000 A Year

Remote Work Options

Supporting Families - 8-weeks Fully Paid Parental and Adoption Leave, Breast Milk Shipping for Traveling Parents, Adoption Assistance, Fertility Assistance, Knowster Parents Employee Resource Group

On-site Life Coach

Risks

Emerging cybersecurity firms with similar AI-driven solutions may erode KnowBe4's market share.

Rapid evolution of AI-generated phishing attacks may outpace KnowBe4's defense capabilities.

Economic downturns could challenge subscription-based revenue models due to budget cuts.

Differentiation

KnowBe4 offers the world's largest security awareness training and simulated phishing platform.

The platform is user-friendly, intuitive, and scalable for busy IT professionals.

KnowBe4's rapid deployment is often twice as fast as competitors' solutions.

Upsides

Increased demand for cybersecurity training due to remote and hybrid work environments.

Growing interest in gamified learning enhances engagement in security awareness programs.

AI integration in cybersecurity tools predicts and prevents phishing attacks effectively.

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