Financial Reporting Manager

Kepler Communications Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 130,000 - 164,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity plan

Health insurance (including dependents

Unlimited vacation

Parental leave policy

Holiday shutdown

Relocation packages

Professional development fund

Fully stocked Toronto office

Company-wide events

Great Place to Work certification

Job summary

Kepler Communications is seeking a Manager, Financial Reporting to lead the controllership functions as we scale. You will own monthly closes, consolidate across entities, and ensure GAAP-compliant reporting with strong internal controls.

You will collaborate with the Head of Finance and CFO, drive policy developments, oversee audits, and optimize NetSuite and finance systems for speed and accuracy. A CPA, public company experience, and leadership skills are highly valued.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive accounting and financial reporting experience.
• Strong technical foundation in GAAP reporting (IFRS, US GAAP) and consolidation.
• CPA designation strongly preferred; public company experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own monthly, quarterly, and annual close with complete and timely GAAP-compliant reporting.
• Lead consolidation, intercompany accounting, and group reporting across entities.
• Maintain balance sheet integrity through reconciliations and issue resolution.
• Provide clear reporting and analysis on results, risks, and accounting matters.
• Manage audit processes and external auditor relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

GAAP reporting

Audit readiness

IPO readiness

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

CPA designation

Tools

NetSuite

ERP systems

Job description

At Kepler Communications, we're not just imagining the future of on-demand space connectivity - we're leading it!

Our mission is to provide real-time on-orbit connectivity for critical missions, enabling a new era of data-driven intelligence and innovation. With 33 satellites launched to date, Kepler operates the first commercial optical data relay constellation, enabling real-time, continuous space communications while supporting advanced on-orbit compute and hosted payload capabilities.

Industry-leading technology is only part of the story. What sets Kepler apart is our team: bold thinkers, skilled builders, and passionate problem-solvers who thrive on pushing the boundaries ofwhat’spossible in space. We believe great ideas come from diverse perspectives, andwe’recommitted to creating an environment where you can grow, lead, and make a global impact.

Ifyou’reready to reach higher, move faster, and do work that shapes the future space economy - this is your launchpad. Come build the future with Kepler!

What We Offer:

• * Competitive compensationwith a robust equity plan to share in our success.
• * Comprehensive coverage for health, dental, and vision insurance—including dependents.
• * Unlimited vacation, supportive parental leave policy,and company-wide holiday shutdown.
• * Semi-annual company-wide partiesand frequent in-office team events.
• * Relocation packagesavailable for approved roles.
• * $1,500 annual professional development fundto support your growth.
• * Fully stocked Toronto office kitchenwith snacks, drinks, games and top-notch kitchen appliances.
• * Town Halls, Celebration Calls, and Company-wide events to stay connected and engaged.
• * We’re a certified Great Place to Work®, seven years in a row!

Kepler is a scaling technology company - designing, building, operating satellites and the next internet network for space. The Manager, Financial Reporting leads the controllership function, ensuring accurate reporting, disciplined accounting, effective controls, and audit readiness. This role leads accounting day-to-day and partners closely with the Head of Finance and CFO as Kepler scales.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Reporting & Controllership

• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close, ensuring complete, accurate, and timely financial reporting in accordance with GAAP
• Lead financial statement preparation, consolidation, intercompany accounting, reconciliations, and group reporting across multiple entities
• Own accounting policies and technical assessments for complex or non-routine transactions, including revenue, capital assets, foreign exchange, functional currency
• Maintain balance sheet integrity through disciplined reconciliations, review processes, and timely resolution of accounting issues
• Provide clear reporting and analysis on financial results, accounting matters, and emerging risks

Compliance & Controls

• Ensure timely statutory filings, tax submissions, and financial reporting requirements across operating entities
• Coordinate with external tax and accounting advisors and translate technical requirements into practical business processes
• Manage the annual audit and external auditor relationship, including planning, schedules, support, issue resolution, and recommendations

Systems & Process Excellence

• Improve accounting workflows, close processes, reporting, and data quality to increase speed, accuracy, and scalability
• Optimize NetSuite and related finance systems, including reporting structures, master data, integrations, and controls
• Automate recurring accounting activities and improve documentation, ownership, and process discipline across Finance

Team & Business Partnership

• Lead, coach, and develop accounting team members while establishing clear ownership, standards, and accountability
• Partner with other teams so accounting implications are considered early and reflected accurately

Requirements & Qualifications:

• 7+ years of progressive accounting and financial reporting experience, including leading or reviewing a close and reporting function
• Experience preparing for IPO readiness OR public company standards
• Strong technical foundation in GAAP reporting (IFRS, US GAAP), consolidation, accounting policies, internal controls, and audit requirements
• CPA designation strongly preferred; public accounting and/or high-growth private or public company experience is an asset
• Demonstrated ability to improve accounting processes, controls, and reporting in a scaling organization
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to explain accounting matters to finance and non-finance stakeholders
• Hands-on experience with ERP and financial reporting systems; NetSuite experience strongly preferred
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or a related field

$130,000 - 164,000 CAD
Actual total compensation will be determined at the Company’s discretion and is based on a variety of job-related factors, which may include, but are not limited to, relevant knowledge, skills, experience, performance, and education and/or training. The Company encourages all qualified applicants to apply, even if the posted salary range does not align with their expectations, as it does not reflect our total compensation package.
Job Type: This is for a current vacancy

Employment Equity & Accommodation Statement

Kepler Communications is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities.

If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please contact our People & Culture team at [e-mail], and we will work with you to meet your needs.