Assistant Controller (9 month contract)

Overview

This role involves serving as an Assistant Controller responsible for overseeing key accounting functions and leading a specialized finance team. The position focuses on improving financial workflow efficiency and refining accounting systems. Managing the month-end close cycle to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting is a core responsibility. The role requires a combination of strong technical accounting skills and leadership to implement scalable processes aligned with organizational growth.

This position can be performed remotely.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with US GAAP.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting team members, including setting goals and providing performance feedback.
• Establish, maintain, and recommend improvements to operational accounting procedures and internal controls to enhance efficiency.
• Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements.
• Optimize and scale the use of NetSuite through new features, integrations, and automation.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations and technology teams to resolve issues and support business initiatives.
• Support external auditors and tax advisors.
• Assist leadership with cash management, budgeting, and forecasting.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• CPA certification required.
• Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience, including team supervision and month-end close responsibilities.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP and internal accounting best practices.
• Experience with NetSuite is required.
• Proven ability to manage complex reconciliations and journal entries.
• Strong Excel skills and general proficiency with financial systems.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks with strong attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with system integrations or automation.
• Ability to make independent decisions and recommend process improvements.
• Willingness to contribute positively to a collaborative, values-driven work environment.

Compensation & Benefits

• Total compensation ranges from $120,000 to $150,000 CAD per year for Canadian applicants, or $110,000 to $136,000 USD for US applicants. This may include participation in incentive programs.
• Equity grant included.
• Comprehensive benefits program including health and wellness coverage, flexible vacation plans, retirement savings or pension plans matched locally, stock options, parental leave and new parent support, annual healthy living credit, medical and dental benefits, fertility and gender-affirming benefits depending on region.
• Additional perks such as peer recognition programs, employee assistance programs, headphone credit, and meaningful in-person gatherings.
• Home office credit for remote employees.
• Supportive peer groups, mentors, and leadership.
• Career development opportunities through onboarding, coaching, training, and on-the-job learning.

Location

Remote work option available; office locations include Toronto, Amsterdam, and San Luis Potosi for those preferring onsite work.