This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Director, Accounting based in Canada.
This leadership role offers the opportunity to oversee accounting operations within a fast-growing global technology environment.
The position plays a critical role in ensuring financial accuracy, operational excellence, and audit readiness across multiple entities and currencies.
You will lead a talented accounting team while remaining hands-on in key processes and strategic initiatives.
The role combines technical accounting expertise, process improvement, and cross-functional collaboration with finance and business leaders.
You will help build scalable financial infrastructure that supports growth, compliance, and long-term business success.
This is an ideal opportunity for a proactive finance leader who enjoys solving complex challenges and driving meaningful improvements.
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Director, Accounting based in Canada.
This leadership role offers the opportunity to oversee accounting operations within a fast-growing global technology environment.
The position plays a critical role in ensuring financial accuracy, operational excellence, and audit readiness across multiple entities and currencies.
You will lead a talented accounting team while remaining hands-on in key processes and strategic initiatives.
The role combines technical accounting expertise, process improvement, and cross-functional collaboration with finance and business leaders.
You will help build scalable financial infrastructure that supports growth, compliance, and long-term business success.
This is an ideal opportunity for a proactive finance leader who enjoys solving complex challenges and driving meaningful improvements.
Accountabilities:
- Lead the accounting team through monthly close processes across multiple legal entities and currencies, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and continuous improvement.
- Own close management workflows, reconciliation processes, and reporting visibility through effective tools and operational practices.
- Partner with finance teams on financial reviews, revenue analysis, variance analysis, and reporting activities.
- Manage intercompany accounting processes, eliminations, transfer pricing structures, and multi-entity consolidation activities.
- Oversee accounts payable operations, vendor invoice workflows, purchase approvals, contractor payments, payroll coordination, and commission processes.
- Serve as a key contact for banking operations, lender reporting, investor reporting requirements, and external financial partners.
- Lead annual audit activities, including preparation management, auditor communication, and resolution of technical accounting matters.
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and regulatory requirements across multiple jurisdictions.
- Drive improvements to accounting infrastructure, documentation, and processes to support scalability and audit readiness.
- Partner with finance leadership and cross-functional teams on systems implementations, integrations, and operational improvements.
- Manage and mentor accounting team members while fostering a proactive, accountable, and collaborative team culture.
- 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally combining public accounting experience with SaaS, software, or technology industry exposure.
- CPA designation required.
- Strong knowledge of US GAAP, including ASC 606 revenue recognition, deferred revenue, intercompany accounting, multi-currency consolidations, and technical accounting principles.
- Experience managing accounting operations across multiple entities, jurisdictions, and currencies.
- Previous experience working in a private equity-backed environment and collaborating with auditors, lenders, investors, and external advisors.
- Strong understanding of audit processes, compliance requirements, and internal control frameworks.
- Experience with accounting systems such as NetSuite; familiarity with close management, reconciliation, or billing platforms is an advantage.
- Advanced Excel skills with the ability to build and maintain complex financial models and reconciliations.
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify opportunities, improve processes, and implement practical solutions.
- Proven leadership experience with the ability to coach, mentor, and develop accounting professionals.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across finance and business teams.
- A proactive, ownership-driven mindset with the ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Fully remote-first work environment with flexibility and autonomy.
- Competitive compensation package.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
- Retirement savings and financial wellness programs.
- Unlimited vacation policy in eligible locations.
- Professional development opportunities, including training reimbursement, conferences, courses, and mentorship.
- Work-from-home support and related reimbursements.
- Opportunity to contribute to impactful products used by organizations worldwide.
- Collaborative and diverse global teams with opportunities to connect internationally.
- Employee referral programs and social activities, both virtual and in-person.
- Opportunities for career growth within a fast-moving technology environment.
The Director, Accounting will lead accounting operations, financial reporting processes, and strategic finance initiatives while ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance across a global organization. This role requires a hands-on leader who can manage teams, improve processes, and partner with stakeholders to strengthen financial operations.
Requirements:
The ideal candidate is an experienced accounting leader with strong technical expertise, SaaS or technology industry experience, and the ability to operate effectively in a complex, global environment. They should combine strategic thinking with a hands-on approach and strong leadership capabilities.