Regional Controller

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

📋 Description

• Oversee accounting, financial reporting, and compliance functions for Canadian operations.

• Act as the primary finance leader for the Canadian entity.

• Develop scalable processes that align local requirements with the reporting and governance needs of a U.S.-based multinational.

• Manage federal and provincial tax obligations, as well as regulatory and statutory reporting requirements in Canada.

• Direct month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes.

• Post and review journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and conduct financial analyses.

• Prepare, review, and analyze balance sheet reconciliations, accounting variances, and financial discrepancies.

• Communicate risks and recommendations to management.

• Ensure adherence to Canadian accounting standards, statutory reporting, labor regulations, payroll obligations, and other regulatory requirements.

• Collaborate with Corporate Accounting, FP&A, Tax, Legal, and Operations teams on budgeting, forecasting, contract accounting, and operational finance initiatives.

• Assist with external audits, process enhancements, ERP initiatives, and improvements in internal controls.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

• At least 8 years of relevant experience or equivalent work history.

• CPA designation or a similar professional accounting qualification is preferred.

• Exceptional analytical, organizational, communication, and leadership abilities.

• In-depth knowledge of Canadian accounting, tax, statutory reporting, and regulatory frameworks.

• Experience in financial reporting, controllership, compliance, audit management, and multinational or cross-border operations.

• Strong comprehension of U.S. GAAP and the dynamics of multinational financial reporting environments.

• Proficiency in both written and verbal English and French.

• Familiarity with ERP systems; SAP experience is advantageous.

• Background in project accounting, long-term contract accounting, construction accounting, and revenue recognition principles.

• A valid driver's license and passport are required.

• Must have the capability to drive and/or fly to the company headquarters.

🏝️ Benefits

• Opportunity to work remotely.

• Up to 10% travel may be necessary.

• Business travel expenses will be reimbursed following program guidelines.

• Eligible employees may obtain a corporate credit card based on their role and travel needs.