Controller
Harris Open At a glance
Mid-level Accounting role at Harris. Remote, Canada · full-time · CA$87,500–CA$105,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Keep monthly reporting accurate and on schedule, and handle close work across month, quarter and year-end
- Apply IFRS to technical accounting questions and check software contract revenue treatment under IFRS 15
- Explain financial results to senior leaders and prepare analysis that helps guide their decisions
- Lead, coach and support finance staff, including CPAs and CPA candidates
- Coordinate audit responses and support acquisition reviews, financial integration and related accounting entries
What you bring
- At least five years working in accounting or finance
- A CPA credential or an equivalent professional accounting designation
- Experience building working relationships with direct reports and internal stakeholders
Who this fits
This role suits an experienced accounting professional ready to lead finance staff and advise operational senior leaders. It is remote in Ontario, with the option to work from a North American office permanently 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. 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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