Controller

NorthStar Gaming

$110K — $130K *
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years in accounting and finance, with 2+ years as a Controller.
  • Experience in public companies; iGaming or tech industry experience is advantageous.
  • Strong analytical and leadership skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication, able to simplify complex data.
  • Thrive in confidential settings, exercising discretion and poise.
  • Collaborative team player.

Responsibilities

  • Partner with leadership to formulate and execute financial strategies aligned with company goals.
  • Evaluate investments and promote cost-saving initiatives.
  • Prepare comprehensive financial reports and support regulatory filings.
  • Oversee financial reporting accuracy and manage the audit process.
  • Lead the budgeting process and develop financial forecasts.
  • Ensure compliance with various regulations and maintain internal controls.
  • Monitor cash flow and support risk management efforts.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead day-to-day accounting operations in a dynamic environment.
  • Involvement in strategic decision-making at a senior level.
  • Exposure to investor relations and reporting.
  • Focus on continuous improvement within finance processes and systems.
  • Collaborative culture that values team development and communication.
Full Job Description
Position Summary

Reporting to the VP, Finance, NorthStar Gaming is seeking an experienced, hands-on Controller to lead day-to-day accounting operations, including financial reporting, budgeting, and internal controls. The ideal candidate has a strong IFRS background, public company experience, and a track record of driving strategic
priorities while executing operational detail.

Core Competencies
• Strategic thinking and business acumen
• Execution and operational focus
• Leadership and team development
• Communication and stakeholder management
• Change management and agility
• Problem solving and sound judgement
• Accountability and dependability
• Planning, organizing, and teamwork
• Ethics and integrity

Key Outcomes of the Position

Financial Leadership & Strategy
• Partner with Senior Leadership to develop and implement financial strategies aligned with company
goals, and provide financial planning and analysis support.
• Evaluate investments, spending, and return on investment with other functions; identify and drive
cost-cutting initiatives.
• Support investor-facing messaging and contribute to board and audit committee materials.
• Lead continuous improvement across finance processes, systems, and controls.

Accounting & Reporting
• Ensure accurate, timely financial reporting under IFRS, including monthly, quarterly, and annual
close, and lead preparation of consolidated financial statements.
• Support Senior Leadership and Legal Counsel with financial data for public company filings (e.g.,
MD&A, earnings releases).
• Manage the general ledger, account reconciliations, and journal entries; report KPIs and business
metrics as needed.
• Coordinate with external auditors and manage the year-end audit process.
• Maintain the chart of accounts, accounting policies, and documentation to support compliance and
consistency.

Budgeting & Forecasting
• Lead the annual budgeting process and develop rolling forecasts.
• Monitor performance against budget, report variances, and recommend actions to improve
profitability and efficiency.
• Develop and maintain financial models, dashboards, and KPIs; analyze trends, risks, and
opportunities to proactively guide the business.

Compliance & Controls
• Ensure compliance with federal, provincial, and local regulations, including applicable
securities regulations and internal control frameworks.
• Maintain and optimize internal controls, policies, and procedures.
• Stay current on regulatory and accounting standard changes, including AML/ATF, Responsible
Gambling (RG) legislation, GAAP, and applicable gaming board requirements.

Cash & Risk Management
• Monitor and manage cash flow, liquidity, and working capital.
• Work with tax advisors on corporate tax planning, compliance, and filings.
• Provide reporting and forecasting inputs to support financing initiatives and banking
relationships led by Senior Leadership.
• Support Senior Leadership in identifying and mitigating financial risks, including FX and credit
exposure.

Qualifications
• 8+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including 2+ years in a controllership
role.
• Public company experience is an asset; iGaming or tech industry experience is an asset.
• Strong analytical, decision-making, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
• Clear, professional written and verbal communication; able to translate complex financial data
into non-technical language and present confidently to leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Comfortable operating in a highly confidential environment with poise and discretion.
• Effective in a team-oriented environment.

Education & Certifications
• CPA designation required.
• Bachelor's degree (B.A./B.S.) from an accredited four-year college or university.

Technical Requirements
• Proficient in Microsoft applications (Excel, Access, Word, Outlook).
• Experience with financial reporting/ERP tools (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics, Sage Intacct)

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