Keywords Studios is an international technical and creative services provider to the global video games industry. Established in 1998 and headquartered in Dublin, Keywords now has over 70 studios located across Europe, North America, South America and Asia. We provide integrated art production, engineering, audio services, testing, localization and player support services across 50 languages and 14 game platforms to a blue-chip client base in more than 20 countries. We have a strong market position, providing services to 23 of the top 25 most prominent games companies. With over 12,000 passionate gaming employees around the world, we provide services to video game developers and publishers alike.
Requirements
As a Business Controller, you will play a pivotal role in maintaining the financial integrity of our global cost centres. You will bridge the gap between consolidated group reporting and operational reality, ensuring accuracy in our numbers while supporting the business through insightful variance analysis and robust audit management.
Duties and Responsibilities
Budgeting & Planning: Actively assist in the preparation and consolidation of annual operating budgets; work with cost centre owners to ensure inputs are accurate and aligned with strategic goals.
Financial Reporting & Analysis: Prepare monthly reporting for multiple cost centres and review consolidated group figures to ensure alignment with forecast/budget expectations.
Variance Management: Proactively liaise with global teams to identify, analyse, and document reasons for budget and forecast variances.
Forecasting Support: Assist in the monthly refinement of financial forecasts to reflect real-time business changes.
Intercompany Management: Oversee the monthly recharge process for centrally purchased items, ensuring accurate distribution across global subsidiary entities.
Balance Sheet Integrity: Conduct rigorous reviews of balance sheet accounts, specifically prepayments and fixed assets, to ensure correct IFRS treatment.
Business Transformation: Partner with IT and Transformation teams on strategic projects to improve financial systems and processes. Skills & Experience Required
ACA Qualified Accountant with 3 years + experience, in a relevant / similar role
Experience with consolidations
Big 4 audit background, with global multi-national client audit experience
Strong IFRS / Technical knowledge
Flexibility and adaptability
Ability to multitask and manage own workload in a fast-paced environment
Experience working with multiple and remote teams
Excellent organizational skills and proven ability to work within team deadlines
Strong communication and team skills
Strong excel and powerpoint skills Role Information: IN
Studio: Location: Keywords India
Area of Work: Finance
Service: Support
Employment Type: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full Time (Remote)
Benefits
Keywords Studios Plc is a creative services company that provides specialized talent and services to gaming, entertainment, and media clients. The company operates through multiple studios including Lakshya (India-based) and Liquid Development (Mexico-based), offering remote-flexible work arrangements. Keywords Studios supplies subject matter experts and specialists for various client projects, including script authenticity review and cultural consultation services for entertainment productions. The company serves major clients in the gaming and film industries with specialized expertise.
