We’re partnering with a fast-paced SaaS organization to recruit a polished and energetic Controller to lead the controllership function and serve as a key finance leader within the business. This role is ideal for a technically strong accounting leader who enjoys staying close to the numbers, mentoring teams, and partnering with the business to drive results. Reporting to the CFO, you will play a critical role in ensuring financial accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency, while contributing to the financial close, reporting, forecasting, and cash flow initiatives.

You will be required to:

- Lead the month-end close and deliver accurate financials with actionable insights
- Provide IFRS guidance and act as a trusted advisor across the business
- Support budgeting, forecasting and cash flow optimization
- Lead, coach and develop the finance team
- Develop and improve accounting policies, processes and controls
- Manage compliance for statutory filings and taxes across multiple entities
- Perform audits from planning to resolution
- Drive system and process improvements using technology
- Contribute to broader finance initiatives as part of a lean, agile team





Designed for a Controller seeking more than business-as-usual, this opportunity offers high visibility, real influence, and the chance to lead both the work and the people behind it. If you’re hands-on, collaborative, and motivated by impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Qualifications:

The main qualifications for this role include:

- Completed formal accounting education; CPA designation (or CFE passed)
- 3+ years of progressive experience at the Controllership level
- Strong technical accounting knowledge and experience with IFRS
- Proven leadership with a hands-on approach
- Excellent people skills, solid work ethic and ability to deliver accurate work efficiently and in a timely manner

Assets:

- Experience with NetSuite is a strong asset
- SaaS, High-Tech, or Telecommunications industry experience is a plus
- Experience in a publicly traded company environment is preferred

Compensation:

- $110,000 - $130,000 salary range
- Fully remote work set-up
- Generous bonus potential
- Strong benefits from day 1

Location : Ottawa (Remote) Internal Job ID# : 5086

Recruiter Name : Paul Stevenson

📌 Controller (Ottawa)
🏢 Stevenson u0026 White
📍 Ottawa