Director of Accounting

Embrace Software Inc; Canada; Remote; CAD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a Director of Accounting to lead their finance team in a dynamic remote environment. This role is pivotal in managing accounting operations and ensuring compliance with IFRS standards while driving financial oversight and strategic insights. The company is experiencing rapid growth and offers an exciting opportunity to influence financial processes and team development. If you are a seasoned finance professional with a passion for leadership and innovation, this position could be your next career milestone.

Benefits

Opportunities for career advancement

Professional development

Collaborative global team environment

Qualifications

• 8+ years of accounting experience with 2+ years as a controller.
• Strong background in IFRS compliance and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead a high-performing accounting team and ensure financial reporting accuracy.
• Oversee post-acquisition financial integration and compliance with IFRS.

Skills

Financial Reporting

IFRS Compliance

Team Leadership

M&A Integration

Budgeting and Forecasting

Process Innovation

Technical Expertise in Accounting

Education

CPA designation

Internationally recognized accounting certification

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

Embrace Software, headquartered in Tampa, USA, is one of the fastest-growing software acquirers in the world. We focus on building niche software businesses that deliver mission-critical solutions across industries (Industrial, Healthcare, Fintech and Edtech).

Why Join Embrace:

Rapid Growth: Our team has expanded to over 300 members in just 4 years.

Financial Strength: We’ve secured $130M in capital.

Acquisitions: With 13 successful acquisitions to date, we’re operating in hyper-scale mode.

Fortune 500 Impact: We serve 16% of Fortune 500 companies.

Proven Leadership: Our CEO/Founder has a track record of creating over $2B in value through his ventures (prior ventures include being a founding member and Chief Strategist at Valsoft, as well as an early lead investor and Board member at VitalHub (TSX: VHI))

Join us as we lay the groundwork for exponential growth over the next 5 years. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and share our vision, we’d love to have you on board!

Job Description

This is a remote position.

Embrace Software Inc. is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Accounting to join our growing team. This leadership role is ideal for a finance professional with a strong background in accounting operations, strategic financial oversight, and post-acquisition integration. The Director of Accounting will be responsible for managing a high-performing accounting team—including controllers, accountants, and financial analysts—while ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of all financial reporting activities.

Reporting to the VP of Finance & Accounting, the ideal candidate has a proven track record in financial reporting, IFRS compliance, and leading accounting transformations. This role will also involve driving cross-functional collaboration to support acquisitions, streamline processes, and strengthen the overall financial health of the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Guide, develop, and inspire a high-performing team of accounting specialists, CPAs, and finance professionals.
  
• Strategic Financial Oversight: Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis to inform executive decision-making. Present actionable insights to senior leadership.
  
• M&A Integration: Oversee post-acquisition financial integration, including intangible asset valuation, purchase accounting, and compliance with IFRS standards.
  
• Reporting Excellence: Ensure accurate, timely monthly/quarterly financial statements and KPIs for assigned business units.
  
• Process Innovation: Spearhead system implementations, streamline accounting workflows, and support annual audits under IFRS guidelines.
  
• Technical Expertise: Advise on complex accounting matters, including revenue recognition (IFRS 15) and multi-element contract analysis.
  

Requirements

• CPA designation or internationally recognized accounting certification (e.g., CA, ACCA).
  
• 8+ years of progressive experience in accounting, with at least 2 years as a controller.
  
• Proven ability to mentor teams and collaborate across departments in matrix environments.
  

Preferred Assets

• Expertise in ERP systems such as NetSuite.
  
• Background in SaaS/tech industry accounting or top-tier public accounting firms.
  
• Hands-on experience with mergers, acquisitions, or corporate restructuring.
  
• Advanced knowledge of IFRS, particularly revenue recognition standards for software businesses.
  

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.

Experience collaborating with a diverse, global team within a remote work setting.