Accountant (Part-Time)

Overview

A fast-growing SaaS company specializing in AI-powered cybersecurity and compliance is seeking a detail-oriented, proactive Accountant to join their finance team on a part-time basis. This role offers flexibility and the opportunity to contribute significantly to the organization's financial operations in a startup environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, including general ledger entries, accounts payable/receivable, and reconciliations
• Prepare monthly financial reports, cash flow summaries, and expense tracking
• Assist with budgeting, tax filings, and regulatory compliance tasks
• Support external bookkeeping and tax advisors as needed
• Help maintain records for government grant tracking and investor reporting
• Ensure financial controls and best practices are followed

Requirements

• Minimum 4 years of accounting experience, preferably within a SaaS or startup environment
• Proficiency with accounting software, with a preference for QuickBooks Online, and strong skills in Excel or Google Sheets
• Strong understanding of Canadian tax laws, payroll, and financial reporting
• Highly organized with excellent attention to detail and follow-through
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a remote setup

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with SR&ED, COJG, or other grant-related financial tracking is an asset

Compensation & Benefits

• Part-time position (10–20 hours per week)
• Competitive hourly compensation
• Flexible, remote-first work arrangement (preference for candidates based in Canada)
• Opportunity for growth into a broader finance role as the organization scales
• Exposure to startup financial operations and investor-facing reporting

Location

Hybrid or remote work arrangement available for candidates located in Canada or the United States.