Financial Controller

Position Summary

We are seeking a hands-on Finance Controller to lead the financial function of a fast-growing Canadian elections management company. This role combines strategic financial leadership with day-to-day execution. You will oversee full-cycle accounting, manage all phases of project accounting, ensure compliance with Canadian regulatory standards, and build scalable financial system with strong internal controls to support growth.

This is a builder role — ideal for someone comfortable rolling up their sleeves. Need strong Quickbooks experience (ideally Pro Advisor certification) & technological acumen, demonstrated excellence in project accounting, and a work history of successfully implementing financial controls.

Key Responsibilities

• 1. Full-Cycle Accounting & Financial Operations (Hands-On)
  • Oversee and execute full-cycle accounting (GL, AP, AR, payroll oversight, month-end close).
  • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with:
    • *ASPE*
  • Ensure compliance with:
    • * CRA requirements (HST/GST filings, payroll remittances, corporate tax coordination)
    • Manage cash flow, banking relationships, and working capital.
    • Lead year-end processes and coordinate external auditors and tax advisors.
    • Implement and maintain strong internal controls.
    • Oversee and review project RFP and statement of work details.
• 2. Full Lifecycle Project Accounting (Core Requirement)
  • Oversee project setup (budgets, cost codes, billing terms).
  • Support pricing and bid analysis for government contracts.
  • Monitor project budgets vs. actuals.
  • Track deferred revenue, accrued revenue, and contract assets/liabilities.
• 3. Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Planning
  • Develop annual operating budgets and rolling forecasts.
  • Prepare board-ready financial reporting packages.
  • Build financial models to assess:
    • Geographic expansion
    • Staffing needs
    • Infrastructure investments
    • Technology development
  • Conduct scenario planning (e.g., election cycle variability).
  • Manage runway and capital planning.
• 4. Regulatory & Governance Compliance (Canada-Focused)
  • Ensure compliance with:
    • *Elections Canada regulations (where applicable)*
    • Provincial electoral bodies (as required by contracts)
  • Maintain proper documentation for government audits.
  • Ensure proper handling of public funds where applicable.
  • Support procurement compliance and contract reporting obligations.
• 5. Systems & Infrastructure Development
  • Help in the development of Quickbooks platform.
  • Build scalable reporting dashboards.
  • Document financial policies and procedures.
  • Establish approval workflows and controls suitable for government-facing operations.

Qualifications

• Education
  • CPA (Canada) designation strongly preferred
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • 10+ years progressive finance experience in Senior Management roles.
• Technical Competencies
  • Strong knowledge of:
    • ASPE
    • Quickbooks (Ideal Pro Advisor Certification)
    • CRA compliance and tax processes
    • Project accounting methodologies
  • Experience in:
    • Project-based or contract-driven environments
    • Government contracting or public-sector clients (asset)
    • Early-stage or high-growth companies (strong asset)
    • Experience leading audits and interacting with CRA
    • Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills
• Personal Attributes
  • Builder mindset — comfortable creating structure from scratch
  • Tech savvy, able to work different systems
  • Hands-on and execution-oriented
  • High integrity and discretion (critical in elections environment)
  • Strong communicator with board-level credibility
  • Calm under pressure and deadline-driven
  • Risk-aware and compliance-focused
  • Excellent in Quickbooks.
  • Ability to build dashboards and KPIs

Pay: $110,000.00-$120,000.00 per year

Experience

• QuickBooks: 3 years (required)

Licence/Certification

• Chartered Professional Accountant designation (required)

Work Location

Remote