Director of Finance

Traction Complete • Vancouver, BC

9d • CA$160,000 - CA$180,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

As our Controller at Traction Complete, you are responsible for overseeing the financial accounting for the company, including execution and overseeing various financial and administrative processes, being involved in business planning, preparing financial reporting to management, and playing a key role in audit and compliance. You will report to the CEO. Traction Complete has been honored as one of Forbes' Fastest Growing Companies in North America as well as the Great Place to Work for two years in a row. We take immense pride in our product development, outstanding customer service, and the strong relationships we build with our partners and clients. Community is at the heart of everything we do. We’re seeking individuals who are eager to join a dynamic team of engaged professionals who view business as more than just a means to generate revenue. We’re passionate about making a positive impact on our customers' lives through innovative solutions and genuine care. As part of our Traction team, you'll experience a strong sense of camaraderie. We support one another through challenges, celebrate each other's successes, and grow together in an environment where collaboration and shared achievements drive our collective success. If you're looking for a workplace where your contributions are genuinely valued and your growth is supported by a team that truly cheers you on, you've landed on the right page.

Requirements

• 7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including 3+ years in controllership experience
• CPA or other recognized Professional Accounting Designation
• Proven experience in a dynamic, high-growth SaaS company, where adaptability is imperative
• Highly organized and detail oriented
• Ability to operate efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent knowledge of accounting and financial reporting (ASPE and IFRS)
• Confidence, and exceptional communication abilities
• Strategic mindset, and solid knowledge of financial planning, forecasting and analysis
• Ability to operate broadly and to add value beyond traditional accounting
• Located in the Lower Mainland

Responsibilities

• Own the annual operating plan, quarterly reforecast, and long-range plan, including scenario and sensitivity analysis across ARR growth, headcount, and cash outcomes
• Own board and investor reporting, including the quarterly financial package, KPI dashboard, budget-vs-actuals narrative, and supporting analysis
• Advise on capital structure, including the mix of internal financing, venture debt, and equity, and model the cash and dilution impact of each
• Own the monthly and annual close, including the close calendar, reconciliation standards, and cycle-time targets, and deliver accurate and timely financial and management reporting, including all group reporting requirements
• Own revenue recognition across the contract portfolio under ASPE, including technical review of complex and non-standard arrangements and the supporting position memos
• Maintain the integrity of the accounting records and the internal control environment appropriate to the company's stage, scaling controls ahead of growth
• Own purchasing policy, expense management, AR/AP, collections, and customer billing
• Reconcile the ARR waterfall to bookings and to the general ledger, and own the explanation of any divergence
• Partner with Revenue Operations on pipeline, quota capacity, and commission accrual inputs
• Own the payroll function end to end, including payroll tax remittances, compliance filings across all applicable jurisdictions, and annual T4/T4A preparation and filing
• Ensure compliance obligations are met across all jurisdictions in which the company operates, and identify exposure before it becomes an issue
• Lead the Finance & Accounting team with full accountability for financial reporting, the accounting cycle, and payroll, including hiring, performance management, and succession planning
• Serve as the senior finance point of contact for internal stakeholders, external partners, auditors, vendors, and suppliers
• Identify and implement technology-enabled improvements across the finance stack, and lead ad hoc analysis and continuous improvement projects as the business scales

What This Job Offers

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