Chef(fe) d’équipe, Comptabilité corporative

Lightspeed Commerce, Inc.•Montreal, QC

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Lightspeed is seeking a Corporate Accounting Team Lead to join their Finance team in Montreal. This role is ideal for someone who combines strong technical accounting expertise with a passion for leadership, automation, process improvement, and leveraging technology to modernize the accounting function. The ideal candidate is an autonomous, highly organized, and rigorous leader who is naturally curious, constantly questions the status quo, and seeks smarter, more efficient ways of working. Above all, they bring a CPA mindset to everything they do: a professional, ethical, and analytical approach to problem-solving, grounded in integrity and professional skepticism. This role involves leading a team of corporate accountants in a dynamic environment while contributing to building scalable processes within a fast-growing tech company. This position offers the opportunity to make a concrete impact while developing technical and leadership skills.

Requirements

3+ years of experience in a similar role or in public accounting (audit).
CPA designation.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience.
Advanced proficiency in Excel.
Knowledge of IFRS.
Experience in complex technical accounting (lease contracts, commission capitalization, etc.).
Demonstrated experience in process improvement.
Ability to work under pressure, manage priorities, and meet deadlines.
Excellent attention to detail and strong analytical and organizational skills.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to investigate and correct discrepancies.
Excellent communication skills in French and English, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-specialists.
Teamwork and collaboration spirit.
Interest in AI and process optimization.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of accounting systems (NetSuite is an asset).
Experience in a SOX environment.
Experience in a publicly traded company.
Experience in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Supervise monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and strong financial controls.
Oversee the preparation and review of journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analyses.
Review internal monthly financial reports for management and provide relevant analyses.
Continuously identify opportunities to simplify, automate, and improve closing processes.
Lead, coach, and develop a team of corporate accountants (1:1 meetings, performance reviews, development plans).
Distribute work, manage team capacity, and ensure deadlines are met.
Coordinate quarterly reviews and annual audits of financial statements (consolidated and subsidiaries).
Provide local and consolidated audit support (documentation, variance explanations).
Perform and review internal controls to ensure compliance with SOX requirements.
Lead the implementation of new accounting processes and systems (e.g., IFRS 18, system enhancements).
Identify efficiency gains through automation, AI, and process redesign.
Develop new analyses and reports to better understand financial results.
Act as the primary point of contact for the Accounting team with other Finance functions.
Collaborate with FP&A on budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses.
Work with the financial reporting team on consolidation, technical accounting positions, and disclosures.
Support Finance transformation initiatives and other strategic projects.
Respond to ad hoc requests from management and internal partners.

Benefits

Flexible work environment (3 days in office per week).
Culture that celebrates performance.
Opportunity to make an impact in a team large enough for professional growth, yet agile enough for your voice to be heard.
Career-shaping opportunities.
Flexible paid time off and remote work policies.
Stock purchase options.
Retirement plan contributions.
Training opportunities to develop skills and career.
Health and wellness allowance.
Volunteer time off.
Interest groups, from employee-led groups to sponsored sports teams.
Computer purchase program for personal MacBook.
Enhanced parental leave.