Assistant Controller

Harris Computer • Ontario, OR

2d • $70,000 - $80,000 • Remote

About The Position

ASSISTANT CONTROLLER: 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 an Assistant Controller. The ideal candidate for this role has their professional accounting designation (or currently enrolled as a student); a strong analytical mindset and a passion for continuous learning and improvement. As Assistant 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 Controller, you will help manage a team of finance professionals; play a critical role in the month, quarter, and year-end close process while working closely with the senior leadership team in each business unit as their ‘trusted business advisor’. This role is based out of our corporate head office in Ottawa, Ontario, which offers a modern and comfortable workspace. Harris Finance employees have the option of working remotely.

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience in an accounting or finance environment
• Completed or working towards a CPA designation
• Experience building and managing relationships with direct reports and internal stakeholders
• Experience with IFRS reporting framework

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with IFRS reporting framework
• Progressive experience working at an accounting firm or software company
• Solutions focused mindset with a desire to improve processes
• Completion of a professional accounting designation program

Responsibilities

• Collaborating with the accounting team member s to ensure the accuracy, completeness, and timely completion of monthly financial reporting
• Support the Controller in preparing financial analysis to support strategic decision-making and business planning activities
• Technical accounting analyses under International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
• Analyzing and summarizing financial results for senior leadership
• Helping with computations and analyses to support decision-making of divisional VPs
• Providing direct management to the billing analyst and accounts payable, and offering indirect guidance and support to senior financial analysts and accounts receivable.
• Review multiple-element software contracts to ensure proper revenue recognition under IFRS 15 guidelines, including regular preparation and/or review of supporting schedules
• Co-ordinate audit requests and respond to queries during quarterly reviews and the interim and year-end audit
• Leading special ad hoc projects that impact various stakeholders within the organization
• Helping with due diligence and integrating new acquisitions into the finance group

Benefits

• 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
• Flexible work options
• Performance driven organization with many opportunities for advancement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed