Financial Controller

Electric Mind; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Electric Mind seeks a Controller to build world-class accounting in a fast-growing organization with dual US and Canadian offices. You will own all operational and compliance aspects of accounting, driving automation and process improvements while leading a small accounting team.

You will oversee payroll, month-end close, external reporting, tax compliance, and cap table management, collaborating across finance and leadership to enable strategic decisions.

Qualifications

• CPA designation required.
• 7+ years finance and accounting experience.
• US compliance and reporting experience required.
• Experience leading audits.
• Proficient in NetSuite.
• Experience with AI and automation a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement internal controls and processes that can scale with a growing business.
• Evaluate current internal software and programs with a focus on AI and automation.
• Oversee day-to-day operations of accounting and payroll functions.
• Lead and develop the accounting team (currently 4) including hiring and coaching.
• Manage month-end close and external financial reporting requirements.
• Provide management with timely financial information and analysis for decision making.
• Own audit process and prepare for audits.
• Assist with tax compliance management.
• Own cap table management.
• Support FP&A with budgeting and forecasting.
• Manage intercompany accounting and transfer pricing between Canadian and US entities.

Skills

7+ years experience

US financial experience

Internal controls

Autonomous

Audit oversight

Education

CPA designation

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

AtElectric Mind,Engineeringis where strategy meets action. Our team helps organizations cut through complexity—aligning business ambition with technology execution to unlock real, lasting change.You’llwork alongside curious, driven people tackling high-impact challenges for everyone from scaling startups to global enterprises. Each engagement is different, pushing you to learn, adapt, and grow.

Electric Mind’s Technology Practice brings together deep engineeringexpertise, modern delivery disciplines, and pragmatic architectural thinking to help clients execute complex, mission-critical transformation. We design and implement scalable, secure, high-impact technology solutions that accelerate business outcomes.

About The Role

We are looking for a Controller to support in developing a best-in-class accounting function in a rapidly growing organization. The Controller will be an integral part of the finance team, taking ownership of all operational and compliance aspects of accounting at Electric Mind in both our US and Canadian offices. As the Controller you will help to build the department and create the systems and processes the company needs to succeed.

What You'll Bring

• CPA designation
• 7+ years of finance and accounting experience with at least one of which outside a professional services firm
• US financial compliance and reporting experience is required
• Drive to optimize processes through AI and automation
• Experience leading an audit and overseeing compliance reporting (tax, payroll)
• Ability to manage financial reporting including preparation of internal and external financial reports
• Intrinsically motivated, able to work autonomously and take ownership of tasks
• Able to design and implement key controls while maintaining the balance between controls and efficiency
• Demonstrated ownership of the full close-to-report cycle and desire to serve as the accounting subject matter expert across the organization
• Payroll experience and ability to manage year end payroll processes
• Experience with NetSuite required

What You'll Do

• Develop and implement internal controls and processes that can scale with a growing business
• With a focus on AI and Automation assess current internal software and programs and evaluate what changes are needed
• Oversee all day-to-day operations of the accounting and payroll functions
• Lead and develop the accounting team (currently team of 4), including hiring, performance management, and day-to-day coaching
• Manage the month end close process and external financial reporting requirements
• Provide management with accurate and timely financial information and analysis to support in decision making
• Own audit process and evaluate complex transactions in preparation for audit
• Assist with tax compliance management
• Own cap table management
• Support FP&A function with budgeting process and annual forecasting
• Manage intercompany accounting and transfer pricing between Canadian and US entities

About Electric Mind

Electric Mind is a fast-growing, AI-native advisory and digital engineering firm built for those who want to shape the future, not just watch it happen.We blend premium strategyexpertisewithcutting-edgeAI-centric engineering to solve complex, meaningful problems for industry-leading clients.

We pride ourselves on a high-touch delivery model and a culture that values diverse talent, innovation, and true client partnership — creating an environment where your ideas matter and your impact is visible.

Ifyou’relooking for a place where you can grow fast, collaborate with exceptional teammates, and help build a company scaling its capabilities and global footprint at speed — Electric Mind is the place to ignite your career. The future is bright!

For more info on Electric Mind, check out our Careers Page and Instagram.

Electric Mind is committed to diversity in the workplace. We are an inclusive employer and welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates. Applicants’ needs will be accommodated during our recruitment and selection process so please advise us if you require accommodation.