Controller

As a Controller, you will be responsible for

• •Financial Reporting & Close Management
• •Own the full financial close cycle (monthly, quarterly, annual) - delivering accurate financial statements, variance analysis, and executive-ready dashboards
• •Prepare and deliver audited financial statements, managing the audit cycle from planning through completion
• •Partner with RevOps and SalesOps on revenue recognition and deferred revenue in alignment with IFRS standards
• •Manage GL and sub-ledger integrity, including intercompany reconciliations, key balance sheet accounts, and payroll journal entries across Canadian, US, and international entities
• •Technical Accounting & Policy Governance
• •Serve as the internal authority on complex accounting matters under IFRS and Canadian GAAP
• •Establish and evolve accounting policies, chart of accounts, and revenue recognition standards
• •Maintain awareness of the Canadian and international tax landscape, including multi-jurisdiction compliance
• •Compliance, Audit & Risk Management
• •Lead annual financial statement audits and manage external auditor relationships
• •Design and continuously improve internal control frameworks to support Canadian and international regulatory requirements
• •Oversee multi-jurisdictional tax compliance: GST/HST, PST, WCB, corporate tax instalments, US state taxes, VAT, and payroll obligations
• •Support treasury activities, including payment approvals and foreign currency coordination
• •AI Enablement & Process Automation
• •Identify and lead automation opportunities across routine accounting processes - reconciliations, journal entries, payroll uploads, and reporting workflows
• •Own NetSuite as the primary system of record - including data structure, chart of accounts, and all input/output processes
• •Champion AI adoption and document standardized workflows to create a scalable, transferable accounting operating model
• •Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Partnership
• •Directly manage and develop a team of AR/AP coordinators, with accountability for mentorship, performance, and team growth
• •Serve as a strategic cross-functional partner to Sales, HR, and Information Services - and provide accounting oversight on order processing and revenue operations

Safers come from a variety of backgrounds with a diversity in skills and knowledge. That said, we find that those who are most successful in this role have experience with the following areas.

Required Skills:

• •CPA designation
• •6-10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including Controller or senior accounting leadership
• •Strong knowledge of IFRS and Canadian GAAP
• •Experience with ERP systems, particularly NetSuite
• •Supervisory or team leadership experience, including mentoring and developing team members
• •Demonstrated knowledge of Canadian multi-jurisdictional tax compliance
• •Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• •Effective communicator with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally and translate complex accounting matters into practical business solutions
• •High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy

Desired Skills / Bonus Points:

• •Hands-on experience with AI tools or workflow automation within an accounting context
• •Experience scaling accounting operations in a high-growth or mid-market environment
• •Exposure to international multi-entity reporting and tax environments (US, Switzerland, Ireland)
• •Experience leading ERP enhancement or system transformation projects
• •Familiarity with Deel, UKG, or similar payroll and HR systems
• •Proven track record in process documentation and continuous improvement