This is your chance to join a fast-paced organization with a large, stable, and continuously growing presence in the vertical market software industry!
Harris is currently looking to hire a Controller. The ideal candidate for this role has their professional accounting designation; a strong analytical mindset; experience leading and managing teams; and a passion for continuous learning and improvement.
As Controller, you will be a part of the Harris finance management team and will be looked upon to provide financial support and analysis that will have a direct impact on a Business Unit’s success. Reporting to the VP of Finance, you will lead a team of finance professionals; oversee the month, quarter, and year-end close process while working closely with the senior leadership team in each business unit as their ‘trusted business advisor’.
This role is based out of our newly renovated corporate head office in Ottawa, Ontario, although Harris Finance employees are currently working remotely due to the ongoing COVID pandemic.
WHAT WILL YOUR NEW ROLE BE
Ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and timely completion of monthly financial reporting
Technical accounting analysis under International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
Analyzing; summarizing and presenting financial results to senior leadership
Co-ordinate and provide analyses that support the decision-making of senior leadership
Manage, coach and mentor a team of finance professionals including CPA’s and CPA candidates
Review multiple-element software contracts to ensure proper revenue recognition under IFRS 15 guidelines, including regular review of supporting schedules
Co-ordinate audit requests and respond to queries during quarterly reviews and the interim and year-end audit
Assist the M&A team with finance due diligence items and oversee the financial integration of new acquisitions, including intangible valuations and acquisition accounting entries
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
5+ years of work experience in an accounting or finance environment
CPA (or equivalent) designation
Experience building and managing relationships with direct reports and internal stakeholders
WHAT WILL MAKE YOU STAND OUT
Familiarity with IFRS reporting framework
Progressive experience working at an accounting firm or software company
Solutions focused mindset with a desire to improve processes
WHAT WE OFFER
Three weeks’ vacation and five personal days
Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision coverage from your first day of employment
Financial and professional development support for CPA candidates and members
Employee stock ownership and RRSP matching programs
Lifestyle rewards
Flexible work options
Performance driven organization with many opportunities for advancement