Controller – 15-month Mat Leave

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Canada.

📋 Description

• Oversee all accounting functions as a vital strategic collaborator with the VP of Finance & Operations

• Manage complete accounting cycle

• Guide and support the payroll and accounting team

• Take charge of month-end, quarter-end, and annual closing processes

• Provide timely and precise consolidated financial statements, reconciliations, and variance analyses

• Develop consolidated three-statement financial models

• Offer ad hoc FP&A assistance for executive decision-making

• Supervise QuickBooks financial system administration, Enspire ERP integration, and credit card programs

• Lead annual audits and serve as the primary liaison for the external audit team

• Aid in preparing tax schedules and annual filings

• Manage SR&ED claims along with Canadian and U.S. state tax and regulatory compliance

• Direct rolling 13-week cash forecasts, optimize AP/AR processes, manage AR aging, coordinate payroll, and ensure compliance with debt schedules and covenants

• Guide, mentor, and promote growth within the payroll and accounting team

• Facilitate post-close financial integration for acquired entities

• Implement efficient month-end closing processes within 6 business days

• Address legacy internal control deficiencies

• Create sustainable solutions for cross-border U.S./Canada tax exposures

• Optimize working capital and keep AR aging below 8%

⛳️ Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of accounting/finance experience

• 3–5 years in a Controller or senior accounting management position

• Proven experience leading teams while carrying out hands-on technical accounting tasks

• Extensive knowledge of GAAP compliance

• Familiarity with internal controls, including the COSO framework

• Experience with full closing processes

• Proficiency in financial reporting platforms

• Advanced skills in Excel

• Background in cash flow and treasury management

• Demonstrated success in managing external audits

• Knowledge of Canadian HST/GST

• Experience with U.S. state tax compliance in collaboration with external advisors

• CPA designation (CA, CMA, or equivalent) is preferred

• Familiarity with QuickBooks or similar accounting software is an advantage

• Background in M&A post-close accounting is beneficial

• Experience managing SR&ED claims is advantageous

• Ability to work Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–5:00 pm ET, with occasional overtime during month-end and year-end closing cycles

• Some travel may be necessary for audits or strategic meetings

🏝️ Benefits

• Health Spending Account ($500)

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Fitness Reimbursement ($500)

• Vet Care Program

• Referral Bonuses

• Team meals

• Company social events

• Flexible work arrangements: remote, hybrid, or in-office

• Free onsite parking in London, ON

• Comprehensive health and dental benefits

• RRSP matching

• Profit sharing

• Accommodations available at every stage of the hiring process