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About World Business Lenders (www.wbl.com)

World Business Lenders (WBL) provides general purpose short-term real estate collateralized commercial loans to a broad customer base comprised of small and medium sized businesses throughout the United States that lack access to traditional funding.

This is a Contract/Consultant position. Generally, working hours will be 9:00am-6:00pm Eastern Time, Monday through Friday, although hours worked may be greater based upon operational requirements. The job requires excellent oral and written command of the English language. Resumes must be submitted in English.

This position in 100% remote.

 Position Overview:

• Oversee and review the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with accounting standards (US GAAP).
• Supervise the finance team, guiding them in data collection, analysis, and reporting, while ensuring highquality and timely financial information delivery.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and accounting standards, keeping up to date with changes in financial regulations and implementing necessary updates.
• Manage the audit process, collaborating with internal and external auditors to ensure efficient audits and addressing any findings or recommendations.
• Identify and implement process improvements within financial reporting, driving efficiency and accuracy across the finance function.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial data and provide strategic support to business units.
• Provide regular financial updates and strategic recommendations to senior management, highlighting key trends, risks, and areas for improvement.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field; master's degree preferred.
• Must be a Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in finance, accounting, and auditing, with a proven track record in financial management and supervision.
• Experience in audit firms is essential, with a strong background in auditing financial statements and compliance.
• Extensive experience in both audit finance and accounting functions.
• Strong working knowledge of audit standards, financial regulations, and compliance practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Word) is required; experience with
• Microsoft Teams and other financial tools is advantageous.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, demonstrating leadership and decision-making skills.
• Fluency in English (both verbal and written) is a must, with strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with global teams.
• A positive attitude, proactive work ethic, and the ability to solve problems independently.
• Exceptional attention to detail with strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Willingness to continuously learn and adapt to new industry trends and technologies.
• Familiarity with SQL, Power BI, and Python is preferred but not mandatory.

• Contract/Consultant position
• Compensation DOE
• 11 US Paid Holidays