Full-Time

International Controller

Fixed-Term

Confirmed live in the last 24 hours

Epic Games

Epic Games

10,001+ employees

Develops games and provides development tools

Consumer Software
Gaming

Expert

London, UK

Category
Financial Accounting
Financial Analysis
Financial Planning
Accounting

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • Fluent in English and other international languages preferable; Culturally agile and ability to work in multiple regions
  • 10+ years financial accounting experience, including team management experience, preferably within both a US and International business and accounting environment
  • Good knowledge of US GAAP, IFRS and UK GAAP, including a deep knowledge and understanding of UK tax and legal financial reporting obligations
  • Proven track record of success facilitating organizational change and development within a growing organization
  • Strong communications, presentation, and interpersonal skills, including the ability to summarize key accounting and operational issues to management
  • Experience of working in different ERP systems and system migrations
  • Complex analytic problem solving and project management skills
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Accounting, or related field
Responsibilities
  • In partnership with the Senior Director, International Finance, provide overall finance and accounting direction and guidance to the region to ensure overall alignment and delivery of global financial objectives
  • Provide strategic direction to the development and deployment of financial and reporting processes that ensure compliance with IFRS and international rules and regulations for statutory requirements
  • Assist with the monthly close process; reviewing reconciliations and journal entries for purchase accounting and normal monthly accounting entries to ensure monthly close objectives are achieved
  • Serve as a key leader in M&A discussions by understanding and communicating the accounting implications of proposed transactions. Once the deal concludes, involvement in the integration of the deal into Epic systems and processes
  • Ensure compliance with US GAAP financial reporting for consolidated reporting providing assistance with the consolidated audit
  • Build cross-functional working relationships within the company and externally, and provide training and support to the Finance, Legal and Business Development teams on country specific compliance requirements and work with Senior Manager, International Financial Reporting on FY 2024 UK consolidated statutory accounts and subsidiary accounts
  • Ensure that local financial processes and procedures at a region / cluster / country level are operating effectively to enable accurate and timely reporting of financial results and maintenance of adequate internal controls in accordance with Epic Games' financial policies and procedures and help to build the International Finance Team, mentor and grow the existing team to operate as a strong International Finance Team who partner with the business and the US Finance Team
Desired Qualifications
  • Chartered Accountancy qualification or equivalent (preferred but not required)

Epic Games develops and publishes popular video games, including "Fortnite" and "Unreal Tournament," available on platforms like iOS, Android, and PC. The company also provides Epic Online Services, which offer tools for other developers to manage and scale their games, setting it apart from competitors. Revenue comes from game sales, in-game purchases, and licensing its Unreal Engine to other developers. Epic Games aims to lead in both game development and technology provision, enhancing the gaming experience for players and supporting developers.

Company Stage

Late Stage VC

Total Funding

$8.4B

Headquarters

Cary, North Carolina

Founded

1991

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

0%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Expansion into third-party games on mobile could boost user base and revenue.
  • Cross-platform capabilities enhance user engagement across devices, increasing retention.
  • Legal victories against tech giants may lead to favorable terms for developers.

What critics are saying

  • Legal battles with Google and Apple could lead to financial and operational burdens.
  • Technical challenges in adding third-party games may affect user experience.
  • Regulatory hurdles outside Europe may impact mobile store expansion.

What makes Epic Games unique

  • Epic Games offers a powerful game engine, Unreal Engine, to developers worldwide.
  • The company is known for its hit game Fortnite, a cultural phenomenon.
  • Epic Games provides Epic Online Services, enhancing multiplayer and backend capabilities for developers.

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Benefits

Health coverage - 100% of the premiums for both you and your dependents. Our coverage includes Medical, Dental, a Vision HRA, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance & a 401k with competitive match and profit share

Robust mental well-being programs & free therapy and coaching for employees & dependents

Unlimited PTO & sick time

Paid sabbatical