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Company Overview

At Sylogist, we are purpose-driven to “empower the good our customers do.”

We provide SaaS-based software solutions to the non-profit, government, and education sectors, and we take immense pride in the work of our customers and the products we build to support them. Our team is collaborative, enthusiastic and delivers on our promises. If you want to apply your skills to improve trusted technology that supports over 2000 customers around the world, then let’s talk!

Reporting to the Corporate Controller, the Assistant Controller will be responsible for managing external financial reporting, IFRS disclosures, and internal controls for a public SaaS company. They will oversee month-end close processes, collaborate with auditors, and ensure compliance with regulatory and financial reporting requirements. As a senior level role on our finance and accounting team, this person will provide leadership in overseeing month-end close processes, collaborating with auditors, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and financial reporting requirements.

The successful candidate will have strong technical accounting expertise, experience in public company reporting, and a proactive approach to process improvements. They should be detail-oriented, capable of managing tight deadlines, and comfortable working cross-functionally within the finance team and with executive leadership. This role also involves supporting special projects, financial analysis, and driving efficiencies in financial reporting and controls.

Responsibilities Include :

• Assist in the accurate and timely preparation of the monthly consolidated financial statements, ensuring compliance with internal policies and procedures.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual entries for the close process.
• Ensure all entries are posted accurately and monthly reconciliations are prepared and reviewed.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close packages.
• Leadership of a small team
• Prepare quarterly and annual financial statements, management discussion and analysis, press releases, and management packages.
• Coordinate and manage audits, tax compliance, and other compliance.
• Improve existing internal controls to prevent inaccuracies in financial statements.
• Improve existing processes with a view to a more efficient and accurate monthly close.
• Ad hoc projects as needed.

What We Look for In You

Must Haves

• A bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting.
• 10+ years of experience (combined public accounting and industry experience).
• Public Accounting Experience
• Proven experience as an Assistant Controller, Finance Director, Manager of External Reporting, or other similar position.
• Solid knowledge of IFRS and ability to write technical memos.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving skills as well as well-organized with an ability to prioritize appropriately.

Nice-To-Haves

• Experience in the technology field.
• Experience with Sage Intacct.
• Experience with Workiva.

If you're a seasoned finance professional who thrives in public company environments and has mastered SaaS reporting, IFRS, and external financial disclosures, we encourage you to apply and help shape our next phase of growth!

Why Join Sylogist?

We're an inclusive company that values the personal and professional growth of its employees! At Sylogist, you'll experience :

• A company where you can really make a meaningful impact
• A healthy work-life balance
• Benefits that cover health, wealth, and wellness
• A remote-first company.

Sylogist does not offer sponsorships. All candidates must provide proper employment documentation showing immediate eligibility to work in the country in which the role is based.

If you’re as excited about making a difference as we are, we would love to hear from you!

Sylogist is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Sylogist will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation or that of other applicants.

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Director

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Full-time

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Accounting / Auditing and Finance

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