Director of Finance

stellaralgo corp.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech company in Calgary is seeking a Director of Finance to oversee financial operations. Responsibilities include leading budgeting processes, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and providing strategic insights for decision-making. The ideal candidate is a CPA with a minimum of 5 years in financial management, particularly in technology firms. Join a team dedicated to innovation and growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of financial management experience required.
• Experience with technology companies preferred.
• Deep knowledge of accounting principles and U.S. GAAP experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning, including budgeting and forecasting.
• Oversee accounting functions and compliance with financial reporting standards.
• Implement internal controls to improve efficiency.

Skills

Financial management

Accounting expertise

Analytical skills

Strategic thinking

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA

Job description

Who We Are

At StellarAlgo, we are inspired and united around innovating the future of fan experiences. We believe accessible and actionable data inspire personalized and authentic experiences that create lifelong fans. We are committed to empowering our team to achieve great things by solving interesting problems with data. We invest in our employees' professional growth and career development, fostering collaboration and innovation.

The Role: Are You Up for the Challenge?

StellarAlgo is the sports CDP that makes it easy to access and take action on fan data across teams and leagues, increasing fan engagement, revenue, and sponsorship opportunities. We seek high performers who are team-oriented, problem-solvers, and creative thinkers.

We are seeking a strategic and detail-oriented Director of Finance to play a key role in StellarAlgo’s financial operations. Reporting directly to the CFO, this role will be responsible for ensuring the integrity of our financial reporting, overseeing the budgeting process, and supporting strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate is a CPA (Big 4 background preferred) with strong accounting expertise, critical thinking skills, and a proactive problem-solving approach. They will enhance financial processes, build relationships across the organization, and provide insights for executive decision-making.

What You’ll Do

1. Lead financial planning, including budgeting, forecasting, and analysis to support strategic decisions.
2. Oversee accounting functions, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting in compliance with standards.
3. Drive budget-to-actual reporting, providing insights to improve financial performance.
4. Ensure GAAP compliance, document complex transactions, and develop accounting policies.
5. Implement and update internal controls, policies, and procedures to improve efficiency and risk management.
6. Coordinate with external auditors during reviews and audits.
7. Assist the CFO with key financial projects and initiatives.
8. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide financial insights supporting business objectives.
9. Build relationships across the organization to improve processes and provide financial guidance.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA required.
• Minimum 5 years of financial management experience, overseeing accounting functions and managing budgets.
• Experience in or with technology companies is preferred.
• Deep knowledge of accounting principles, financial analysis, and forecasting; U.S. GAAP experience is a plus.

Who You Are

You are a proactive, strategic leader with excellent organizational skills, capable of managing and mentoring a team. With a strong analytical mindset, you interpret complex financial data into insights that inform decisions. Your communication skills help you build relationships at all organizational levels. You are a self-starter, always seeking opportunities for improvement and driving projects forward.

The data is clear – diverse teams are not only the right way to go, but also the profitable way to go. StellarAlgo is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We value candidates with unique perspectives that enhance our ability to solve complex problems.

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