The Opportunity:
BluMetric is seeking a full-time Controller to join its finance leadership team at its Ottawa headquarters. Reporting to the Vice President, Director - Finance, the Controller will oversee the day-to-day operations of the accounting function, including payroll, accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger, financial close and internal financial reporting. The Controller will also be responsible for the preparation of consolidated financial statements and management of the annual external audit process. The Controller will provide leadership, guidance, and development to a team, while driving process improvements and maintaining effective financial controls. This is an existing vacancy within the organization.
Key Responsibilities:
- Own the full cycle accounting close process including month-end, quarter-end and year-end close, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of financial statements.
- Prepare and review monthly, quarterly and annual consolidated financial statements.
- Lead and manage audit related activities.
- Manage the preparation and filing of monthly and annual sales tax remittances and coordinate corporate tax documentation with external tax consultants.
- Manage and oversee the daily transactional operations of the accounting department including accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger, and balance sheet account reconciliations.
- Oversee the payroll function and ensure accurate records, government remittances and regulatory reporting and documentation.
- Ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures.
- Drive continuous improvement in close, consolidation, reporting and finance systems, with a focus on accuracy, efficiency and scalability.
- Other duties within the scope, spirit, and purpose of the job, as requested by management.
- Support succession planning, training, and development initiatives to build a high-performing team.
- Foster a collaborative and positive team environment that encourages knowledge sharing, continuous improvement, and adherence to best practices.
- Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team, providing guidance, performance feedback, and coaching to strengthen individual and team capabilities.
Key Qualifications, Education, and Skills:
- CPA designation in good standing.
- A minimum of six years of progressively responsible professional accounting experience including statement preparation, payroll, internal financial reporting and financial analysis.
- Previous experience as a Controller, Assistant Controller, Senior Finance Manager or similarly accountable financial reporting leader is preferred.
- Experience with multi-entity financial reporting, consolidation and intercompany accounting is an asset.
- Strong technical, research and problem-solving skills, with the ability to resolve complex accounting or project-related issues.
- Demonstrated leadership and people management skills, including supervising, mentoring, and developing a team.
- Ability to implement process improvements, standardize reporting practices, and enforce internal controls.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills to work across multiple departments and stakeholders.
- Organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and reporting cycles.
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office and accounting software.
- Experience with ERP systems, particularly Deltek VantagePoint, is an
- Currently holds, or is eligible to obtain, a minimum of Secret-level security clearance.
- Public accounting experience with a medium or large professional services firm is an asset.
