Controller

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

And more!

Salary range : $87,500 - $105,000

Only successful candidates will be contacted.

Harris is committed to an equal opportunity employment program, and applications from members of targeted groups, including women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, and visible minorities, are encouraged. If you are a person with a disability, you may receive assistance with the screening and selection process upon request.

The Harris Talent Acquisition team does not use text messages to communicate with candidates or solicit confidential information. We encourage all candidates to apply for posted positions. They will be contacted by either a Harris manager or a member of the Talent Acquisition team for an interview, provided they meet the required criteria.