Controller

Alimentiv

21d•Remote

About The Position

Alimentiv is a global CRO focused on advancing therapies for gastrointestinal diseases. With over 30 years of experience, they have supported a significant portion of IBD compounds in development. Alimentiv operates as a private, profit-with-purpose company, reinvesting success into research, technology, and its people. The company employs approximately 700 individuals across multiple countries and three service lines, emphasizing deliberate growth and the capability of its leaders. They are seeking individuals who want to do meaningful work, build something real, and contribute to life-changing research. The Controller role provides strategic and operational leadership for Alimentiv's accounting function. This position ensures the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of all financial reporting and core accounting operations. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Controller is responsible for the entire accounting cycle, including financial statement preparation, ERP system management, tax and audit compliance, and the end-to-end management of payables, receivables, and procurement. As the organization expands globally with a complex multi-entity structure, this role is crucial for maintaining robust and compliant financial controls, processes, and systems to support sound business decisions. Unlike financial planning and analysis roles, this position focuses on accounting operations and financial reporting rather than forecasting, budgeting, or commercial finance.

Requirements

Minimum 10 years of related experience in a progressively senior/leadership function in accounting.
Bachelor's degree + CPA designation (required)
Deep expertise in GAAP and/or IFRS financial reporting and full-cycle accounting, including consolidations and multi-entity structures.
Strong knowledge of tax compliance principles, transfer pricing rules, and audit management in a multi-jurisdiction environment.
Demonstrated experience leading and managing accounting teams, including performance management, workload planning, and professional development.
Hands-on experience administering and optimizing ERP platforms within a Finance context, including configuration, data integrity, and integration management.
Proficiency in accounts payable, accounts receivable, credit and collections, and fixed asset management functions.
Working knowledge of procurement and purchasing processes and the controls required to ensure compliance.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify root causes of financial discrepancies and implement effective corrective actions.
High degree of accuracy and attention to detail in the preparation and review of financial data and reports.

Nice To Haves

Exposure to a global, complex multi-entity structure in a professional services or contract research operation organization (US, EU, LATAM, etc.)

Responsibilities

Oversee the month-end and year-end close process, including preparation and review of consolidations, journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements in accordance with GAAP or IFRS standards.
Ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial reports prepared for senior leadership, the CFO, and external stakeholders.
Review and sign off on financial data prepared by the accounting team, identifying and resolving discrepancies or reporting deficiencies before distribution.
Lead the preparation of financial statements and supporting schedules required for audit, regulatory, and governance purposes.
Monitor accounting close timelines and proactively address bottlenecks to ensure deadlines are consistently met.
Maintain and enforce accounting policies and internal controls to preserve financial integrity and reduce risk across the organization.
Serve as the functional owner of the ERP platform, accountable for system administration, configuration, data integrity, and ongoing optimization to support accounting operations.
Monitor ERP system health and workflow efficiency, identifying and resolving issues that affect data accuracy or operational continuity.
Lead or support ERP-related projects including system upgrades, module implementations, and integration testing, coordinating with IT and Finance stakeholders.
Develop and maintain ERP user documentation and procedures to support consistent and compliant use across the accounting team.
Evaluate opportunities to leverage ERP functionality to reduce manual effort, improve data quality, and support organizational scale.
Provide oversight and direction over accounts payable, accounts receivable, credit and collections, and expense reporting functions, ensuring all processes operate accurately and within policy.
Review and approve vendor payments within delegated authority thresholds, and oversee resolution of escalated payment disputes or collections issues.
Monitor aging reports, cash flow indicators, and collection activity to ensure receivables are managed proactively and risks are identified early.
Ensure expense reporting processes comply with corporate policies and that submissions are reviewed and approved in a timely manner.
Identify and implement process improvements within AP, AR, and expense functions to increase efficiency and reduce error rates.
Ensure compliance with all applicable tax obligations across jurisdictions, coordinating with external tax advisors to manage filings, positions, and regulatory requirements.
Manage the external audit process including preparation of audit-ready financial records, coordination of auditor requests, and timely resolution of audit findings.
Oversee intercompany transfer pricing arrangements, ensuring documentation is current, defensible, and compliant with applicable regulations.
Monitor changes in tax legislation and regulatory requirements and recommend adjustments to policies or processes as appropriate.
Coordinate with Finance, Legal, and external advisors on tax matters with material financial or compliance impact.
Oversee fixed asset management including tracking, valuation, depreciation, and disposal in accordance with accounting standards and organizational policy.
Support procurement and purchasing processes, ensuring expenditures are approved within delegated authority limits and purchasing records are maintained accurately.
Lead, develop, and manage the accounting team through clear direction, regular performance feedback, and professional development support.
Assign and schedule work across the accounting function to ensure team capacity is aligned with operational priorities and close cycle demands.

Benefits

Extended health benefits: Health, Drug, Dental, Vision, Out of Province/Country Emergency Health
Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Life Insurance for you and your family members
Short- and Long-Term Disability Life Insurance for you and your family members
RRSP matching program
Generous Vacation & Time-Off Allowances, including annual company-wide time-off between Christmas & New Year's
Education Reimbursement program for full-time employees
Cell-phone & Remote Work Allowance on a Monthly Basis
Office setup allowance (can be used to purchase a scanner/printer, extra monitor, office furniture, etc.)
Alimentiv Trust after one year of employment (for full-time employees)
Optional formal mentorship program (Alimentorship)
country/region annual social events in person
leadership development programs for people leaders in accordance with your seniority
social committee and several other optional initiatives designed to support you in feeling like part of the Alimentiv team!