We are looking for a remote full-time Controller with a passion for technology and entrepreneurial environments, who wants to help start-up companies thrive during their growth journey. In this client serving role, you will work with exciting and innovative growth technology companies throughout Canada to provide financial leadership and become a trusted advisor to enable them to grow and achieve their objectives.
You will also become part of a dynamic and supportive team at BrightIron with many opportunities for career advancement, while collaborating with likeminded professionals who share your passion.
Since we are a client serving, fully remote company, we're looking for a high energy, dynamic, forward thinker who is comfortable working with different clients. You must also have a positive attitude and bring strong business, financial, and leadership acumen.
What will you do?
- Provide overall leadership for the finance function at our clients, and ultimately own all things financial reporting.
- Develop and implement financial reporting policies, in accordance with GAAP.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP revenue recognition.
- Oversee accounting staff and review month-end close reconciliations.
- Payroll management, including potentially processing payroll.
- Prepare monthly financial statements and assist clients in analyzing financial results.
- Create financial budgets and perform monthly budget versus actual variance analysis.
- Design and implement effective internal controls and processes, utilizing technology where it makes sense to do so.
- Complete required investor reporting and assist clients with board meeting preparations.
- Lead the company through any 3rd party audits or reviews which are required.
- Oversee the treasury function and cash flow management/forecasting.
- Manage and ensure tax compliance. In many cases this will involve working with a 3rd party provider who will prepare the filings.
- Assist with the administration of stock option plans and cap table management.
- Assist with various ad-hoc client requests.
Ideally, you have:
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting, with at least 3 years of experience as an Accounting Manager or above; prior public accounting experience a plus.
- Professional accounting designation (CPA or equivalent).
- Strong communication skills (written and verbal), including fluency in English.
- Experience working with venture backed tech start-ups is an asset.
- Excellent time management and self-management skills.
- Experience using QuickBooks Online and/or Xero and proficient in using Excel.
- General tax knowledge, including HST.
- Solid problem solving and analysis skills.
- High standards of ethics and confidentiality to handle sensitive information.
- Ability to exercise good judgement, show initiative and be proactive.
- Ability to build strong connections with clients and team members.
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
Some of the things we offer:
- Competitive compensation
- Flexible, remote work environment
- Health benefits and healthcare spending account
- Mentoring and extensive development opportunities
- Training from seasoned, engaged professionals
