Assistant Controller

Intellijoint Surgical Inc; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic MedTech company as an Assistant Controller, where you will lead financial operations and enhance accounting processes. This role is perfect for a CPA-designated professional eager to grow in a fast-paced environment. You will manage core accounting functions, collaborate with various teams, and ensure financial accuracy. With a focus on innovation and improvement, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a company dedicated to enhancing surgical outcomes and patient care. Step into a role that combines technical expertise with strategic business partnership and be part of a supportive, collaborative workplace.

Benefits

RRSP with employer match

Health benefits (effective day-1)

Wellness benefit

Learning & development opportunities

Paid vacation

Personal days

Sick days

Qualifications

• CPA designation with public accounting experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and reporting.
• Detail-oriented and organized with strong analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounting operations including payroll and revenue.
• Streamline and implement accounting processes and systems.
• Prepare and present financial results for each department.

Skills

CPA designation

Accounting principles

Excel

Google Sheets

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Education

CPA designation

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Tagline:	Grow into a finance leader while helping to scale a fast-growing MedTech company!
Type of Position:	Full-Time
Location:	Kitchener, ON (In-office)
Benefits:	RRSP with employer match, health benefits (effective day-1!), wellness benefit, learning & development opportunities, paid vacation, personal days, and sick days

ABOUT US: Intellijoint Surgical

At Intellijoint Surgical, we develop effective, easy-to-use technology that enhances surgeon performance and improves patients’ lives. Our tools are used in hip and knee replacements and have supported over 60,000 procedures to date. We believe in creating innovative products through real-world feedback — and we’re just getting started.

THE ROLE: Assistant Controller

As an Assistant Controller at Intellijoint Surgical you will help build the next generation of financial operations at Intellijoint. You will play a key role in owning our core accounting processes, reporting and controls – shaping the future of Finance at a scaling MedTech company. Reporting to the Controller, you will work cross-functionally with teams across the organization, including Operations, Commercial, and R&D.

This is an ideal role for someone who:

• Is recently CPA-designated and ready for ownership beyond audit files

• Wants to combine technical accounting with business partnership

• Is excited to learn, grow, and lead as the company scales

Are you looking for a high-growth opportunity? Ready to move out of public accounting? Or looking to grow in your Finance career? Step into a broad, hands-on and impactful Finance leadership role with a Canadian-founded MedTech Company – Apply today!

THE DETAILS: What You Will Do

• Manage accounting operations: review journal entries, payroll, revenue, AR, AP, inventory, and cost of sales

• Play a lead role in streamlining and implementing accounting processes and systems

• Establish and monitor internal controls that scale with the business

• Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial results for each department

• Consolidate and review budgets across departments in line with company strategy

• Work closely with external auditors, funders, and lenders

• Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of all financial information

• Coordinate the year-end audit and prepare audited financial statements

• Oversee monthly financial statements and external reporting requirements

• Support new system implementations from a finance and controls perspective

• Identify and lead process improvements and automation initiatives

• Prepare monthly/quarterly reporting packages for the management team and board

• Provide financial analysis to support strategic decision-making

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• CPA designation with public accounting experience (Big 4 or equivalent strongly preferred)

• Solid understanding of accounting principles, controls, and reporting

• Strong Excel / Google Sheets skills and comfort learning new systems

• Clear and confident communication skills — written and verbal

• Detail-oriented, organized, and deadline-driven

• Natural curiosity, strong analytical thinking, and a desire to improve how things work

• Interest in mentorship and team leadership as you grow

WHAT DOES SUCCESS LOOK LIKE?

• Leadership has clarity and confidence in our financial position and reporting

• Teams across the company are supported by streamlined, reliable finance processes

• You’re seen as a go-to finance partner who understands both the numbers and the business

• You’re growing — with increasing ownership, influence, and strategic visibility

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT: Employee Experience

• It is unrealistic for us to believe we will find someone who fits this position 100%

• Strong support towards career development and growth

• Work with innovative products that can improve surgical outcomes and enhance patient’s quality of life

• Be ready to innovate!

• Work alongside a highly talented and driven group of team members and colleagues organization wide

• Work in an environment with high transparency and collaboration, along with lots of fun and social activities

• Be ok with change and share in our excitement as we scale

• Flexibility so that you can do your best both at work and outside of it

Intellijoint Surgical is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive work environment. It is our policy to recruit and select applicants solely on the basis of their qualifications. We are an equal opportunity employer that hires talent regardless of age, race, creed, colour, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or any other status or condition protected by applicable law.

Intellijoint Surgical encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Those in need of accommodation at any stage in the recruitment process should [e-mail]. Any information received that relates to accommodation needs of a candidate will be addressed in a confidential manner.