Controller
Halifax, NS

Reference # HL-LDL-10057

League Data helps 32 member credit unions across Atlantic Canada thrive in an increasingly digital-first world by delivering leading technology solutions, trusted expertise, and strategic guidance. With a strong focus on practicality and member experience, League Data partners closely with credit unions to implement intuitive, effective solutions that meet evolving market demands while helping them attract, engage, and retain members throughout every stage of their financial journey.

League Data is seeking an experienced, hands-on Controller to lead our Finance function through a critical period of operational maturity and system transformation. Reporting to the CFO, you will be responsible for accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, team leadership, and the successful operational adoption of Microsoft Business Central.

This opportunity is ideal for a CPA-designated finance leader who enjoys balancing strategic oversight with day-to-day execution and wants to make a meaningful impact in a collaborative, growth-focused organization.

Key responsibilities include:

Lead Financial Operations

- Own the monthly and annual financial close process.
- Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records, reconciliations, accruals, and journal entries.
- Prepare financial statements and management reporting.
- Monitor working capital, cash, receivables, and payables.
- Oversee day-to-day accounting operations including billing, AP, AR, and cash management.

Strengthen Controls & Reporting

- Maintain strong financial controls, processes, documentation, and compliance practices.
- Coordinate audit, tax, and regulatory requirements.




- Support management and Board reporting with accurate financial results and variance analysis.
- Provide the CFO with timely visibility into financial performance and key accounting matters.

Lead the Finance Team

- Establish clear responsibilities, deadlines, accountability, and operating discipline.
- Develop team capability through coaching, documentation, and cross-training.
- Reduce key-person dependency and improve business continuity across Finance.

Drive Business Central Adoption

- Take ownership of Finance's operational use of Microsoft Business Central.
- Support data validation, testing, readiness, cutover, and post-go-live stabilization.
- Ensure Finance processes are effectively embedded within the new ERP environment.

The ideal candidate will possess:

- CPA designation
- 7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience
- Proven success leading financial close, reporting, and controls
- Experience managing accounting operations and finance teams
- Robust technical accounting and compliance expertise
- Advanced Excel and financial systems knowledge

Nice to have:

- Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central experience
- ERP implementation or transformation experience
- Experience supporting executive and Board-level reporting

At League Data, you'll have the opportunity to influence how Finance operates, strengthen core processes, and help build the systems and discipline that support long-term success. This role offers high visibility, meaningful impact, and the chance to work closely with senior leadership on key operational initiatives.

Ready to lead Finance operations and make a lasting impact? We'd love to hear from you.

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