Controller/Sr Manager - 100% remote role

Vaco Recruiter Services; Mississauga; Remote; CAD 120,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology-focused public transit company in the Peel Region is looking for a Controller / Senior Manager to manage financial reporting, implement financial systems, and lead a finance team. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience. The salary ranges from $120,000 to $135,000 per year, and applicants must be eligible to work in Canada.

Benefits

Travel opportunities to finance summits

Mentorship from management

Career growth potential to Director role

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in finance or accounting.
• Experience with financial systems implementation and working capital management.

Responsibilities

• Manage the month-end close process and financial reporting.
• Lead the implementation and optimization of NetSuite.
• Develop and implement robust financial controls.
• Conduct financial analysis to support decision-making.

Skills

Financial reporting

Team leadership

Month-end close process

Financial analysis

IFRS compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field

CPA or equivalent certification

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

About the Company

Our client is in the public transit / transportation technology. They are looking for a Controller / Sr Manager to join their team!

Why Work Here

• Travel - Maybe once a year or every other year to a finance summit or senior leaders conference; usually in great places like major European cities or warm destinations in the Caribbean
• Excellent boss who will mentor you
• Lots of upside to grow into a Director role in the future

About the Opportunity

• Oversee and manage the month-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting, including account reconciliations and Blackline preparation/review.
• Contribute to planning and implementation of revised financial organization structure.
• Lead the implementation and optimization of NetSuite, including system configuration, data migration, reporting, and user training.
• Develop and implement robust financial controls and scalable processes to ensure compliance, operational efficiency, and governance.
• Contribute to the planning and implementation of a revised financial organization structure and team build-out (e.g., hire General Accountant in 2025).
• Monitor and manage working capital to optimize cash flow and ensure the company has sufficient liquidity to meet its obligations.
• Manage and reconcile intercompany balances, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Oversee payroll-related accounting entries, validate bonus settlements, and support compensation reporting, including US wellness benefits tracking.
• Conduct financial analysis and provide insights to support decision-making.
• Collaborate with various departments to ensure alignment and support for financial initiatives.
• Support the preparation of annual budgets and quarterly forecasts (QSR) and analyze variances against actuals.
• Approve accounts payable entries, oversee accounts receivable aging and reporting, and ensure accurate intercompany and expense allocations.
• Own revenue recognition processes, including rev rec checklists, WIP reconciliation and aging analysis, and quarterly WIP disclosures.
• Lead internal and external audits, maintain compliance documentation (e.g., RCM matrix, AIF), and oversee lease accounting and OpenAir governance.
• Drive process improvement initiatives to streamline finance operations and increase team efficiency.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and performance management to finance team members, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Handle ad hoc requests from the Finance Director and GM of MoD.
• Strong understanding of IFRS and its application in financial reporting and compliance

About You

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. CPA or equivalent certification preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in finance or accounting, with a focus on month-end reporting, financial systems implementation, and working capital management.

Salary Range

$120,000 - $135,000 / year

How to Apply

Click the “Apply Now” button and follow the instructions to submit your resume. Please know that we only accept documents in MS Word or Rich Text formats. When referencing this job, quote #457810

You must currently reside within the Greater Toronto Area and be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity. A recruiter will be in touch with you if your profile meets our client’s requirements for this role.