Senior Financial Analyst

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

📋 Description

• Oversee the general ledger and chart of accounts, ensuring precision and uniformity.

• Conduct monthly account reconciliations and address discrepancies.

• Manage month-end accounting closure activities, which include journal entries and general ledger closing procedures.

• Prepare and evaluate variance analysis, comparing actual outcomes to budget and forecasts.

• Compile quarterly and annual financial statements for internal reporting and tax obligations.

• Assist in the preparation of quarterly finance materials for the board of directors.

• Draft and uphold accounting policies, procedures, and technical accounting memoranda.

• Ensure adherence to IFRS and internal control standards.

• Manage Payroll, Accounts Receivable, and Accounts Payable, including invoicing, collections, and vendor payments.

• Maintain and manage the company’s capitalization table, ensuring precise tracking of equity ownership and stock option activities.

• Collaborate directly with external auditors, tax accountants, and legal advisors as necessary.

• Foster continuous enhancement of accounting processes, systems, and documentation.

• Act as the primary contact for company-wide finance-related activities.

⛳️ Requirements

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

• CPA certification required.

• 3-5 years of experience in a controllership, senior accounting, or a comparable position.

• Strong familiarity with IFRS and financial reporting standards.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, and AI tools (e.g., Claude, Chat GPT) in an accounting/finance context.

• Comprehensive understanding of full-cycle accounting and financial close procedures.

• Exceptional attention to detail along with strong organizational and time-management abilities.

• Capability to work autonomously and take accountability for deliverables.

• Preferred: Experience with QuickBooks Online (QBO).

• Preferred: Knowledge of SaaS business accounting (e.g., revenue recognition, deferred revenue).

• Preferred: Background in a large, established organization with insights into robust accounting and internal controls frameworks, and/or experience in public accounting external audits.

🏝️ Benefits

• High-visibility position with direct access to senior leadership.

• Chance to influence accounting processes and controls.

• Supportive Finance & Operations team environment.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Flexibility for remote work, emphasizing trust, accountability, and results.