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Join RAF Technology – Where Innovation Meets Pattern-Recognition Excellence

Since 1989, RAF Technology has been the global leader in AI-driven pattern recognition, intelligent data extraction, and signature verification software. Built to solve complex enterprise, governmental, and postal authority challenges, our versatile AI-powered OCR solutions operate across more than 30 countries with a 98% customer renewal rate. (raf.com)

Now part of the Volaris Group, RAF blends the agility of a specialized software firm with the backing of a global software leader. If you’re ready to contribute to a high-performing, collaborative team — RAF Technology is your next move.

Reporting to the General Manager of the business unit, the Controller will oversee, manage, and drive all financial aspects of the business unit, including finance and accounting operations, statutory compliance, corporate governance, and risk management. This role will collaborate closely with the Group Finance Director and corporate finance team to provide functional support through training, coaching, and guidance, ensuring you have every opportunity to succeed. RAF is headquartered in Redmond, Washington. This position is open to candidates based in the U.S. or Canada who can work effectively during Pacific Time (PST) business hours, with occasional domestic or international business travel as required. This role is ideal for a results-oriented, hands‑on professional with strong communication skills and strategic thinking ability. As a key member of the leadership team, you will have a passion for developing talent, driving long‑term growth, and fostering a collaborative, thriving workplace culture.

• Collaborate with the General Manager and functional managers to create and manage business plans, priorities, and forecasts.
• Lead and mentor a finance team member to deliver proactive financial support across the business unit.
• Build and strengthen the finance organization to scale with future growth plans.
• Provide strategic financial leadership on key business issues, ensuring alignment with RAF’s organizational goals.
• Drive improvements in working capital and growth performance.
• Manage transactions across multiple currencies (USD, CAD) and prepare consolidated financial statements.
• Handle intercompany transactions, including transfer pricing, ensuring accurate and compliant financial reporting.
• Ensure accurate and timely monthly and quarterly consolidated financial reporting under IFRS.
• Oversee revenue recognition processes (including project accounting) under IFRS 15.
• Monitor and enforce Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to drive financial performance.
• Lead Quarterly Strategic Review (QSR) processes and follow up with action plans to address underperforming metrics.
• Support internal and external audits, ensuring timely statutory filings.
• Develop and implement best practices to optimize revenue, profitability, and cash flow.
• Lead the introduction of new financial systems and processes.
• Oversee risk management, internal controls, and process improvement initiatives.
• Maintain and enhance administrative processes for company records and contracts.
• Collaborate with functional leads to review project bids and contract terms, ensuring financial compliance.
• Strengthen the financial aspects of customer and vendor contracts.

• Professional Accounting Designation (CPA or equivalent) required.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and GAAP principles; software industry experience preferred. Expertise in IFRS 15 is a strong asset.
• Experience with financial systems implementation and process improvement; familiarity with BPC, GP, Adaptive, or similar systems an asset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Excel). FP&A and corporate finance experience a plus.
• Proven track record in financial leadership roles with hands‑on operational experience.
• Analytical, strategic thinker focused on actionable outcomes and process improvement.
• High integrity, ethical standards, and emotional intelligence.
• Curious mindset, continuous learner, and excellent stakeholder management skills.
• Energetic, results‑driven, team‑oriented, and highly collaborative.
• Driven self‑starter who thrives in ambiguous, entrepreneurial environments.
• Willing and able to travel occasionally (domestic and international). Multi‑lingual and experience with global teams is an asset.

RAF Technology is dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusion and diversity. All qualified applicants with valid work authorization will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, family or caregiving responsibilities, or veteran status.
If you believe this position is right for you, we encourage you to apply!

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