Controller

Wireless DNA Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications firm located in Toronto is seeking a Controller to manage financial processes, oversee reports, and ensure compliance with Canadian regulations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in accounting, strong leadership abilities, and knowledge of telecom industry trends. This role plays a pivotal part in optimizing financial performance and collaborating across departments to achieve organizational goals.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years in accounting or finance, with significant experience in a controller or senior financial role.
• Experience with multi-location or international operations required.
• Understanding of Canadian tax laws and corporate taxes essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the preparation of financial statements in compliance with Canadian GAAP.
• Analyze financial results and provide insights on budget variances.
• Manage cash flow and optimize financial positioning.

Skills

Financial statement creation and interpretation

Financial forecasting and budgeting

Commission-based revenue understanding

Management and leadership skills

Microsoft Dynamics expertise

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration

CPA (Chartered Professional Accountant) designation

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Data migration/automation tools

Job description

4789 Yonge St, Toronto, ON M2N 0G3, Canada

Job Description

Posted Monday, July 21, 2025 at 4:00 a.m.

Reports to: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada (with potential collaboration with teams in India and the Philippines)

Job Overview:

We are seeking a Controller to manage and oversee all financial aspects of our company. The Controller will play a pivotal role in ensuring that the financial processes, accounting systems, and reporting mechanisms are streamlined and compliant. With the company’s expanding operations, including retail locations, foreign offices, and a diverse revenue mix from third-party telecom subscriptions and related accessories, this role will be crucial in enhancing financial reporting and delivering actionable insights that align with the company's strategic goals.

The ideal candidate will bring deep financial expertise, strong leadership skills, and a focus on improving data-driven decision-making. In collaboration with the CFO, the Controller will help enhance the company's ability to gain insights from financial and operational data, especially related to sales performance, customer demographics, and product mix.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with Canadian GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).
• Work closely with the CFO to ensure financial reporting is timely, accurate, and reflective of the company's financial health.
• Analyze financial results, providing insight into budget and forecast variances.
• Revenue and Expense Management:
• Monitor and analyze commission-based revenue streams from telecom subscriptions and related accessories, ensuring accuracy in reporting.
• Track expenses and operational costs, identifying areas for cost savings and efficiencies, particularly in relation to the disjointed IT infrastructure and integration challenges.
• Support budgeting and forecasting, offering insights on improving revenue forecasting based on past performance, market trends, and customer behavior analysis.
• Establish and maintain strong internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure financial integrity.
• Ensure compliance with all local and international regulatory requirements, including tax compliance in both Canada and foreign offices (India, Philippines).
• Oversee audits, liaising with external auditors and ensuring any issues are addressed promptly.
• Data & System Integration:
• Work with the IT department to help integrate financial systems with other business data platforms, improving the flow of information across different systems.
• Collaborate on improving data management and reporting systems to enable more efficient analysis of customer demographics, sales channels, and product performance.
• Identify areas of improvement within the company’s disjointed IT infrastructure, recommending ways to streamline and automate financial and business reporting.
• Cash Flow & Treasury Management:
• Oversee the company’s cash flow, ensuring that adequate liquidity is maintained to support operational needs.
• Manage banking relationships and cash reserves, optimizing financial positioning for both domestic and international operations.
• Monitor accounts payable / receivable and payroll payment processes and recommend improvements to optimize working capital management.
• Lead, mentor, and manage the finance team to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting and analysis.
• Collaborate with other departments (Sales, IT, HR, etc.) to enhance overall organizational efficiency, improve cross-functional collaboration, and ensure alignment with company financial goals.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration

Professional Designations:

• CPA (Chartered Professional Accountant) designation (Canada)

Key Skills:

• Expertise in creating and interpreting financial statements (income statement, balance sheet, cash flow statements). Strong understanding of financial forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis.
• Understanding of commission-based revenue, particularly in telecom, and proper revenue recognition.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics, Excel, and data migration/automation tools.
• Knowledge of Canadian tax laws, GST/HST, corporate taxes, and international tax implications.
• Ability to establish and monitor internal controls and audit procedures.
• Knowledge of foreign currency transactions and multi-currency accounting.
• Strong leadership, communication, and management skills.
• Strategic thinking with understanding of telecom industry trends and retail operations.
• Proficiency in resolving financial challenges and overseeing system updates.

Experience Requirements:

• 5-7 years in accounting or finance, with significant experience in a controller or senior financial role.
• Experience with commission-based revenue systems, telecom or retail preferred.
• Experience managing IT systems, especially in disjointed environments, and overseeing system integration and automation.
• Experience with multi-location or international operations.

Soft Skills:

• Attention to detail, problem-solving, adaptability, and effective communication with non-financial stakeholders.

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