Position Summary

Reporting to the VP, Finance, NorthStar Gaming is seeking an experienced, hands-on Controller to lead day-to-day accounting operations, including financial reporting, budgeting, and internal controls. The ideal candidate has a strong IFRS background, public company experience, and a track record of driving strategic priorities while executing operational detail.

Core Competencies

• Strategic thinking and business acumen
• Execution and operational focus
• Leadership and team development
• Communication and stakeholder management
• Change management and agility
• Problem solving and sound judgement
• Accountability and dependability
• Planning, organizing, and teamwork
• Ethics and integrity

Key Outcomes of the Position

Financial Leadership & Strategy

• Partner with Senior Leadership to develop and implement financial strategies aligned with company goals, and provide financial planning and analysis support.
• Evaluate investments, spending, and return on investment with other functions; identify and drive cost-cutting initiatives.
• Support investor-facing messaging and contribute to board and audit committee materials.
• Lead continuous improvement across finance processes, systems, and controls.

Accounting & Reporting

• Ensure accurate, timely financial reporting under IFRS, including monthly, quarterly, and annual close, and lead preparation of consolidated financial statements.
• Support Senior Leadership and Legal Counsel with financial data for public company filings (e.g., MD&A, earnings releases).
• Manage the general ledger, account reconciliations, and journal entries; report KPIs and business metrics as needed.
• Coordinate with external auditors and manage the year-end audit process.
• Maintain the chart of accounts, accounting policies, and documentation to support compliance and consistency.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead the annual budgeting process and develop rolling forecasts.
• Monitor performance against budget, report variances, and recommend actions to improve profitability and efficiency.
• Develop and maintain financial models, dashboards, and KPIs; analyze trends, risks, and opportunities to proactively guide the business.

Compliance & Controls

• Ensure compliance with federal, provincial, and local regulations, including applicable securities regulations and internal control frameworks.
• Maintain and optimize internal controls, policies, and procedures.
• Stay current on regulatory and accounting standard changes, including AML/ATF, Responsible Gambling (RG) legislation, GAAP, and applicable gaming board requirements.

Cash & Risk Management

• Monitor and manage cash flow, liquidity, and working capital.
• Work with tax advisors on corporate tax planning, compliance, and filings.
• Provide reporting and forecasting inputs to support financing initiatives and banking relationships led by Senior Leadership.
• Support Senior Leadership in identifying and mitigating financial risks, including FX and credit exposure.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including 2+ years in a controllership role.
• Public company experience is an asset; iGaming or tech industry experience is an asset.
• Strong analytical, decision-making, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
• Clear, professional written and verbal communication; able to translate complex financial data into non-technical language and present confidently to leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Comfortable operating in a highly confidential environment with poise and discretion.
• Effective in a team-oriented environment.

Education & Certifications

• CPA designation required.
• Bachelor's degree (B.A./B.S.) from an accredited four-year college or university.

Technical Requirements

• Proficient in Microsoft applications (Excel, Access, Word, Outlook).
• Experience with financial reporting/ERP tools (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics, Sage Intacct)