Controller overseeing accounting, forecasting, compliance and finance leadership for Pela Case Corporation, a B Corp making products that help people waste less. Remote across West Coast Canada or based in Kelowna.
About the role
- Controller leading full-cycle accounting, reporting, tax, treasury, and M&A integration at Northern. Supporting digital transformation for commercial and public-service organizations.
Responsibilities
- Lead all accounting operations as a key strategic partner to the VP of Finance & Operations
- Own full-cycle accounting
- Lead and mentor the payroll and accounting team
- Own month-end, quarter-end, and annual close cycles
- Deliver timely, accurate consolidated financial statements, reconciliations, and variance analyses
- Prepare consolidated three-statement financial models
- Provide ad hoc FP&A support for executive decision-making
- Oversee QuickBooks financial system administration, Enspire ERP integration, and credit card programs
- Lead annual audits and act as the primary contact for the external audit team
- Assist with tax schedules and annual filings
- Manage SR&ED claims and Canadian and U.S. state tax and regulatory compliance
- Oversee rolling 13-week cash forecasts, AP/AR process optimization, AR aging, payroll coordination, and debt schedules and covenant compliance
- Manage, mentor, and foster growth for the payroll and accounting team
- Coordinate post-close financial integration for acquired entities
- Execute efficient month-end close processes within 6 business days
- Remediate legacy internal control weaknesses
- Establish sustainable solutions for cross-border U.S./Canada tax exposures
- Optimize working capital and maintain AR aging under 8%
Requirements
- 7+ years of total accounting/finance experience
- 3–5 years in a Controller or senior accounting management role
- Experience leading teams while executing hands-on technical accounting work
- Deep knowledge of GAAP compliance
- Knowledge of internal controls, including the COSO framework
- Experience with full close processes
- Experience with financial reporting platforms
- Advanced Excel skills
- Cash flow and treasury management experience
- Proven success managing external audits
- Experience with Canadian HST/GST
- Experience with U.S. state tax compliance with external advisors
- CPA designation (CA, CMA, or equivalent) is a nice-to-have
- Experience with Quickbooks or similar accounting software is a nice-to-have
- Background in M&A post-close accounting is a nice-to-have
- SR&ED claims management experience is a nice-to-have
- Ability to work Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–5:00 pm ET, with periodic overtime during month-end and year-end close cycles
- Occasional travel may be required for audits or strategic meetings
Benefits
- Health Spending Account ($500)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Fitness Reimbursement ($500)
- Vet Care Program
- Referral Bonuses
- Team meals
- Company social events
- Remote, hybrid, or in-office work arrangements
- Free onsite parking in London, ON
- Health and dental benefits
- RRSP matching
- Profit sharing
- Accommodations available at every stage of the hiring process
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