No CA register recordRemote - Ontario - 37.5, CAFull-timePosted Yesterday

Job Description

This is your chance to join a fast-paced organization with a large, stable, and continuously growing presence in the vertical market software industry!

Harris is currently looking to hire a Controller. The ideal candidate for this role has their professional accounting designation; a strong analytical mindset; experience leading and managing teams; and a passion for continuous learning and improvement.

As Controller, you will be a part of the Harris finance management team and will be looked upon to provide financial support and analysis that will have a direct impact on a Business Unit’s success. You will lead a team of finance professionals, oversee the month, quarter, and year-end close process while working closely with the operational senior leadership teams as their trusted business advisor.

This position will be remote; however, Harris has offices across North America should a candidate be looking to work from an office either permanently or on a

part-time basis.

WHAT WILL YOUR NEW ROLE BE

  • Ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and timely completion of monthly financial reporting
  • Technical accounting analysis under International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
  • Analyzing, summarizing and presenting financial results to senior leadership
  • Co-ordinate and provide analyses that support the decision-making of senior leadership
  • Manage, coach and mentor a team of finance professionals including CPAs and CPA candidates
  • Review multiple-element software contracts to ensure proper revenue recognition under IFRS 15 guidelines, including regular review of supporting schedules
  • Co-ordinate audit requests and respond to queries during quarterly reviews and the interim and year-end audit
  • Assist the M&A team with finance due diligence items and oversee the financial integration of new acquisitions, including intangible valuations and acquisition accounting entries

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

- 5+ years of work experience in an accounting or finance environment

- CPA (or equivalent) designation

- Experience building and managing relationships with direct reports and internal stakeholders

WHAT WILL MAKE YOU STAND OUT

- Familiarity with IFRS reporting framework

- Progressive experience working at an accounting firm or software company

- Project accounting experience

WHAT WE OFFER

  • Three weeks' vacation and five personal days
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision coverage from your first day of employment
  • Financial and professional development support for CPA candidates and members
  • Employee stock ownership and RRSP matching programs
  • Lifestyle rewards program
  • Flexible work options
  • Performance driven organization with many opportunities for advancement
  • And more!

COMPENSATION DETAILS

The potential salary range for this role is $87,500 to $105,000 per year, with eligibility for bonus or merit program. Final compensation will be based on experience, skills, market conditions, and internal equity. We offer a competitive Total Rewards program including health benefits, RRSP matching, stock option, and career development opportunities.

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Ottawa, Ontario
Remote - Ontario - 37.5(current)

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