Business Unit Controller

Overview

Business Unit Controller overseeing the financial operations, reporting, controls and strategic planning of a key business unit within Thomson Reuters U.S. Inc., acting as a trusted advisor to the unit's leadership.

What you'll do

• Manage and oversee all financial operations of the assigned business unit, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, forecasts and budgets using Acorn Systems Corporate Perform, CCH ProSystem fx and Intuit QuickBooks.
• Give strategic financial guidance and recommendations to business unit leadership to optimize performance and achieve financial targets.
• Lead and take part in cross-departmental collaborations to align financial strategies with overall business objectives.
• Develop and implement strong internal controls and financial processes to safeguard assets and protect data integrity.
• Conduct financial analysis, including variance analysis and profitability assessments, to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Present complex financial information clearly and concisely to diverse audiences.
• Oversee tax planning and compliance activities for the business unit, using Brentmark Estate Planning Quick where relevant.
• Apply managerial accounting principles to guide decision-making and performance measurement.
• Contribute to the organization's global thinking by applying broader financial perspectives.
• Ensure effective information management practices within the business unit's finance function.
• Use audit advisory tools such as Methodware ProAudit Advisor to support financial accuracy and compliance.

What you'll need

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• Proven experience in a financial control or managerial accounting role, preferably in a large corporate environment.
• Proficiency in financial software and systems, including Acorn Systems Corporate Perform, CCH ProSystem fx and Intuit QuickBooks.
• Demonstrated expertise in accounting principles and practices.

Nice to have

• CPA or CMA certification.
• Sage Platinum for Windows (PFW).
• Experience with audit advisory tools such as Methodware ProAudit Advisor.
• Experience with Brentmark Estate Planning Quick.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with a results-oriented mindset.
• Strong business writing and professional presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex financial information clearly.
• Proven ability to build strong working relationships and collaborate across departments.
• A customer-focused approach and a commitment to high-quality financial services.
• An understanding of global thinking in a financial context.
• A strong commitment to information management best practices.

Details

• Location: Bangalore, Karnataka, India (Bengaluru, Karnataka).
• Hybrid work model for office-based roles.
• Flexible work arrangements, including work from anywhere for up to 8 weeks per year.