Assistant Financial Controller

About the role

: At Signal, we are committed to finding people who are respectful, inclusive, and team players, embodying these values in every role.

What you will do in this role:

• Financial Reporting & Review
• Review subsidiaries’ quarterly financial statements for accuracy, compliance, and alignment with group policies.
• Support annual audits by preparing documentation and coordinating with external auditors.
• Tax & Regulatory Compliance
• Liaise with subsidiaries’ accountants on financial, regulatory, and compliance matters.
• Prepare quarterly compliance certificates and related submissions for banks and regulatory bodies.
• Assist with tax matters by gathering documentation and coordinating with external advisors.
• Treasury & Cash Management
• Support cashflow forecasting, liquidity planning, and weekly/monthly cash position reporting.
• Book and monitor time deposits and short-term investments.
• Contribute to the smooth execution of treasury operations.
• Internal Controls & Process Improvement
• Help update and improve financial processes, policies, and internal controls.
• Monitor compliance with group policies across subsidiaries.
• Cross-Functional & Ad Hoc Support
• Provide financial analysis and support on ad hoc projects from the Financial Director.
• Maintain accurate records while upholding confidentiality and data integrity.

Requirements

What you bring to the team:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Msc in Accounting, Finance, or related field, or Professional qualification (ACCA, ACA)
• 5+ years of professional experience in accounting, treasury, financial analysis, or audit—ideally within a multinational or fast-paced corporate environment.
• Strong understanding of financial statements, internal controls, compliance requirements, and best practices in financial reporting.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and professionally with external accountants, auditors, and internal stakeholders across different regions.
• Proficiency in spreadsheet modelling and familiarity with accounting or ERP systems; experience with treasury tools or reporting frameworks is a plus.
• Detail-oriented mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, able to assess complex financial data and propose practical solutions.
• A proactive, structured work approach, combined with the ability to manage multiple deadlines while maintaining high accuracy.
• Commitment to continuous learning, staying informed about financial regulations, accounting standards, and best-practice treasury methodologies.
• Strong English communication skills, both written and spoken.

Benefits

What we offer:

• Generous compensation with additional performance incentives.
• Coverage under the company’s collective health insurance plan.
• Signal’s hybrid remote work policy currently includes 9 working days at premises per month, during which happy hour events take place
• 2-4 weeks of onboarding training to prepare you for your new role, having the opportunity to meet about 30 trainers while diving deep into our products and/or the shipping world.
• Career growth opportunities and a structured development discussion every 4 months.
• Personal learning budget for training, seminars, conferences (750 to 2000 EUR annually depending on seniority).
• Regular team bonding events and activities.
• Fitness benefits to support your health and wellbeing

All applications will be considered under the terms and conditions of confidentiality in accordance with the regulations of personal data protection.