Controller

Pegasus Imagery; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Pegasus Imagery is seeking a part-time Controller to oversee financial operations during a critical growth phase. This hands-on role involves ensuring compliance, managing accounts, and supporting the CEO in strategic financial decisions. Join a mission-driven team focused on innovative aerospace solutions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in accounting or controller roles, preferably in startups or SMEs.
• Strong working knowledge of QuickBooks Online and Canadian compliance.
• Detail-oriented and trustworthy with sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Ensure clean books, timely reporting, and financial compliance.
• Process accounts payable and manage payroll.
• Track and report budget vs. actuals monthly.

Skills

Accounting

Attention to Detail

Financial Compliance

QuickBooks Online

Payroll Management

Education

CPA or equivalent designation

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Job description

About Pegasus

Pegasus is a Canadian aerospace and defense technology company developing advanced sensing and alerting systems that connect pilots and aircraft like never before. Our flagship technology, MIDAS, provides real-time flight safety insights to military and commercial operators, enabling safer operations in even the harshest conditions. Backed by major defense primes and government partners, we're entering a critical growth phase in 2025—and we need the right financial operations support to get there.

Role Overview

We’re looking for a part-time Controller who can take ownership of day-to-day financial operations and support disciplined growth. You’ll
be responsible for ensuring clean books, timely reporting, cash oversight, and financial compliance—while working closely with the CEO and a fractional CFO or legacy support from our outgoing CFO.

This is a hands-on role focused on execution, accountability, and clarity.

Key Responsibilities

Weekly Operations

• Process accounts payable and vendor payments

• Run biweekly payroll and remittances (withholding taxes, ROEs)

• Manage float and corporate credit card reconciliation

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date QuickBooks records

Compliance

• File GST/HST and payroll taxes on time

• Prepare documents for year-end tax filings and audits

• Maintain clean, accessible financial records and ensure statutory compliance

Reporting & Budgeting

• Track and report budget vs. actuals monthly

• Prepare concise monthly financials and burn rate updates

• Identify and flag financial risks, variances, and operational misalignments

Team & Admin Support

• Track finance-related onboarding/offboarding items (e.g., tools, payroll, records)

• Maintain internal control processes and access logs

• Provide support for internal processes (e.g., grant tracking, invoicing)

Required Skills & Experience

• 5+ years in accounting or controller roles, preferably in startups or SMEs

• Strong working knowledge of QuickBooks Online, payroll platforms, and Canadian compliance (GST, payroll, year-end)

• Comfortable working autonomously and reporting directly to founder/CEO

• Detail-oriented, process-driven, and trustworthy with sensitive information

• CPA or equivalent designation preferred (not required)

Why Join Us

Pegasus is entering a critical growth phase—and you’ll help shape the financial foundation behind it. As our Controller, you’ll work directly with the CEO, influence key decisions, and implement processes that support disciplined scaling. Join a mission-driven team solving real-world aerospace challenges, with a flexible culture, clear impact, and strong executive alignment.