Controller

We’re partnering with a fast-paced SaaS organization to recruit a polished and energetic Controller to lead the controllership function and serve as a key finance leader within the business. This role is ideal for a technically strong accounting leader who enjoys staying close to the numbers, mentoring teams, and partnering with the business to drive results. Reporting to the CFO, you will play a critical role in ensuring financial accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency, while contributing to the financial close, reporting, forecasting, and cash flow initiatives. You will be required to:

• Lead the month-end close and deliver accurate financials with actionable insights
• Provide IFRS guidance and act as a trusted advisor across the business
• Support budgeting, forecasting and cash flow optimization
• Lead, coach and develop the finance team
• Develop and improve accounting policies, processes and controls
• Manage compliance for statutory filings and taxes across multiple entities
• Perform audits from planning to resolution
• Drive system and process improvements using technology
• Contribute to broader finance initiatives as part of a lean, agile team

Designed for a Controller seeking more than business-as-usual, this opportunity offers high visibility, real influence, and the chance to lead both the work and the people behind it. If you’re hands-on, collaborative, and motivated by impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Qualifications

The main qualifications for this role include:

• Completed formal accounting education; CPA designation (or CFE passed)
• 3+ years of progressive experience at the Controllership level
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and experience with IFRS
• Proven leadership with a hands-on approach
• Excellent people skills, strong work ethic and ability to deliver accurate work efficiently and in a timely manner

Assets

• Experience with NetSuite is a strong asset
• SaaS, High-Tech, or Telecommunications industry experience is a plus
• Experience in a publicly traded company environment is preferred

Compensation

• $110,000 - $130,000 salary range
• Fully remote work set-up
• Generous bonus potential
• Strong benefits from day 1

Location: Ottawa (Remote)

Internal Job ID#: 5086

Recruiter Name: Paul Stevenson