Who you are

- The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in accounting and payroll leadership and a strong background in using NetSuite ERP and Payroll systems (experience with payroll systems such as ADP and UKG is an asset)

- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field OR equivalent work experience (Masters degree preferred)

- Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license required

- 12+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 7+ years in a Senior Director, Controller, or managerial leadership role

- Hands-on proficiency with NetSuite ERP required

- Demonstrated experience with enterprise systems including Avalara, Stripe, and ADP or UKG

- In-depth knowledge of global payroll operations, multi-jurisdictional compliance, GAAP, and external audit management

- Proven track record of scaling and transforming accounting and payroll operations through automation and process optimization

- Demonstrated ability to mentor, build, and retain high-performing, cross-functional accounting teams

- Thrives in hyper-growth environments, managing tight deadlines, multi-project critical paths, and competing priorities under pressure

- Exceptional financial analysis, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills

What the job involves

- At Emburse, you’ll not just imagine the future – you’ll build it. As a leader in travel and expense solutions, we are creating a future where technology drives business value and inspires extraordinary results

- Our AI-powered platform helps organizations modernize financial operations, increase visibility, and optimize spend across the enterprise
- The Senior Director, Accounting is responsible for overseeing all accounting and payroll functions within the organization





- This role ensures the accuracy, completeness, and compliance of financial reporting, annual statutory and consolidated external audits, procure to pay cycle, and internal controls

- This role will lead a team of accounting and payroll professionals, manage financial audits, and work closely with senior management to support strategic financial decision-making

- Financial Close &
- GAAP Reporting: Direct the global G/L close process and deliver timely, accurate financial statements (B/S, P&L;, Cash Flows) in strict compliance with U.S. GAAP

- Global Payroll Operations: Lead domestic and international full-cycle payroll execution, ensuring cross-functional alignment, regulatory compliance, and scalable system infrastructure

- Treasury &

- Cash Forecasting: Oversee cash flow reporting, weekly rolling liquidity forecasts, debt compliance, intercompany funding balances, and global banking relationships

- Global Tax Strategy &

- Compliance: Partner with the CAO and external tax advisors to execute multi-jurisdictional corporate tax strategies, statutory reporting, and Sales/Use tax compliance

- External Audit Management: Lead the annual global financial audit process, serving as the primary liaison to external auditors and driving the resolution of audit recommendations

- ERP Optimization (NetSuite): Manage and enhance NetSuite ERP capabilities to automate financial workflows,



shorten close cycles, and support strategic business analysis

- Team Leadership &

- Development: Mentor and manage the accounting department, setting performance targets, conducting reviews, and cultivating a high-performance operational culture

- Internal Controls Framework: Establish and maintain robust internal control structures to safeguard company assets, mitigate financial risk, and ensure reporting integrity

- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with executive leadership, FP&A;, HR, and legal to align accounting workflows with broader business priorities and growth initiatives

- Strategic Financial Analysis: Evaluate operational data and financial trends to provide executive leadership with actionable insights for long-term strategic decision-making

- Policy &

- Process Improvement: Continuously review and modernize accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to keep pace with global corporate expansion

- Statutory &

- Regulatory Reporting: Ensure error-free, timely quarterly and annual regulatory filings across all local, state, federal, and global jurisdictions

Perks

- Generous paid time off for every employee and flexible work schedules

- Volunteering opportunities
- Paid leave for new parents

- Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance plans

- Health savings accounts (HSA)
- Generous match to pre- or post-tax retirement savings accounts

- Financial planning services

- Flexible spending accounts
- Program in partnership with eCornell to grow their knowledge and their careers

- Quarterly outings and Friday get-togethers to build a strong community at work

- Delicious supply of snacks and beverages

📌 Senior Director of Accounting (Toronto)
🏢 Emburse
📍 Toronto