Controller - 16 months contract

Sandvine; Southwestern Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Southwestern Ontario is looking for a Controller to manage financial operations and oversee the accounting functions. The successful candidate will provide accurate financial reports to the Board and CFO, and will have extensive experience in corporate accounting and financial management. This position also requires strong people management skills and experience with ERP systems. A hybrid work model is offered.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in an accounting function.
• People management experience.
• Experience reviewing and implementing accounting guidance (IFRS or US GAAP) is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead the accounting operations and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Prepare financial reports for the CFO & Board of Directors.
• Manage the corporate banking function and oversee debt requirements.

Skills

Extensive experience and knowledge of all aspects of corporate accounting and financial management

Experience coordinating audits performed by external audit firms

Financial analysis, budgeting and some strategic planning experience

Knowledge of accounting principles, practices and applications

Sophisticated knowledge of MS Office and Excel

Experience working directly with an ERP system

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Accounting

Advanced degree or professional accounting designation (CPA)

Tools

ERP systems

MS Office

Job description

About AppLogic Networks

AppLogic Networks, the App QoE company, helps network service providers deliver highest quality experience to consumers and enterprises. The company develops best-in-class solutions that analyze, optimize and monetize OTT application traffic going through the networks. With contextual machine learning-based insights and real-time actions, AppLogic Networks has become a global leader in Application Quality of Experience (QoE). As part of this innovative and exciting company, you will drive innovation in app-driven cloud and hybrid solutions designed to accelerate time-to-value across network planning, engineering and operations. Join the team and contribute to what makes AppLogic Networks unique in the market: superior App QoE!

The Role :

The Controller shall hold responsibility for leading the overall financial operations of AppLogic Networks, and will provide accurate information to the CFO & Board of Directors, including analysis, budgeting, forecasting and preparing financial reports. The Controller will be responsible for advising and leading the company's accounting functions including the monthly accounting close process and external audit.
Please Note: This will be a 16 months fixed term contract position.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the accounting operations including the review of the chart of accounts, journal entries, banking, external debt, and accounts payable
• Establish and supervise internal controls to ensure that accounting activities are in accordance with established legal regulatory and company policies, processes and procedures
• Prepare exhibits for quarterly audit committee deck, lender deck and compliance package
• Manage external debt requirements including interest payments, debt reporting and accounting for debt activity
• Oversee corporate banking function including banking administrative management, payment approvals and ensuring adequate funding in all bank accounts
• Provide strategic analysis as the need arises to drive improved decision making
• Prepare and present financial information for monthly, quarterly and annual reporting
• Be responsible for the accuracy and timeliness of financial information presented
• Provide advice and guidance on all accounting matters, including financial systems, record keeping, analysis, and reporting
• Set the priorities within the accounting group
• Manage and coordinate the year-end audit with external auditors and prepare audited financial documents, ensuring that all reporting requirements are met
• Coordinate all other customer and government audits
• Support new systems or project selections
• Mentor and coach direct reports to promote growth within their roles
• Review new accounting standards guidance and lead implementation of new standards within the Company

Knowledge and Skills

Required

• Extensive experience and knowledge of all aspects of corporate accounting and financial management
• Experience coordinating audits performed by external audit firms
• Financial analysis, budgeting and some strategic planning experience
• Knowledge of accounting principles, practices and applications, budget preparation and analysis techniques
• Experience reviewing and implementing accounting guidance (IFRS or US GAAP)
• Sophisticated knowledge of MS Office and Excel
• Experience working directly with an ERP system

Desired

• Experience working on an ERP migration

Work Experience, Education and Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or Accounting
• Advanced degree or professional accounting designation (CPA)
• 7+ years in an accounting function
• People management experience

Work Conditions

• Fast-paced office environment
• Hybrid work model