Controller
Harris Open · verified Oct 22, 2026 At a glance
Mid-level Accounting role at Harris. Ontario, Canada · full-time · CA$87,500–CA$105,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Keep monthly reports accurate and on schedule, and handle technical accounting questions under IFRS
- Explain financial results to senior leaders and provide analysis for their decisions
- Lead, coach and develop finance staff while managing close activities across month, quarter and year-end
- Check software contract revenue treatment against IFRS 15 and review its supporting schedules
- Coordinate audit responses and support acquisition diligence, integration and related accounting entries
What you bring
- At least five years in an accounting or finance role
- A CPA credential or an equivalent professional accounting designation
- Experience building effective working relationships with team members and internal partners
Who this fits
This remote role suits an experienced accounting professional who can lead finance staff and advise operational senior leaders. You may also work from a North American office, either full-time or part-time.
From the employer
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. Reporting to the Director of Finance, 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.