Senior Accountant / Controller | Sports & Membership SaaS
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About the role
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Company Description | Why Uplifter Uplifter Inc. builds software that powers sports clubs, leagues, and federations across North America. Our intuitive, mobile-friendly platform automates registration, payments, invoicing, and financial reporting — helping organizations spend less time on administration and more time building strong communities and athletes.
Uplifter supports 1,000+ organizations , processes hundreds of millions of dollars in payments annually , and operates at the intersection of SaaS, fintech, and sports . We are profitable, scaling, and focused on building clean, durable financial foundations that support long-term growth.
Role Description | What You'll Own As Senior Accountant , you will own the day-to-day accuracy and integrity of Uplifter's financials . This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys being close to the detail while helping improve processes in a growing SaaS + payments environment.
You will work closely with the Senior FP&A Lead and leadership to ensure the books are clean, reliable, and decision-ready.
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
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Key responsibilities
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Own monthly close process end-to-end (timelines, checklist, accuracy, sign-off)
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Manage accounting integrity: accruals, deferrals, prepaid expenses, GL quality
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Lead revenue recognition processes and consistency across SaaS + transactions + payments
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Own balance sheet reconciliations and support audit readiness
-
Own internal controls and approvals process (spend controls, policies, compliance)
-
Coordinate key workflows: billing tools, payroll inputs, expense management
-
Manage the bookkeeper (if in-house) or manage the outsourced bookkeeping firm
-
Work closely with FP&A to ensure reporting ties out and forecasts reflect reality
-
Ensure clean consolidation and reporting across entities as required
-
Support external tax partners with clean schedules, reconciliations, and year-end deliverables
This is a full-time, hybrid role based in the Burnaby/ Greater Vancouver area , with flexibility to work remotely one day a week
What We're Looking For
- 4–8+ years of accounting experience, ideally in SaaS, subscription, or transaction-based businesses
- Hands-on experience with QuickBooks Online (QBO) — required
- Strong ownership of month-end close and reconciliations
- Solid understanding of revenue recognition and recurring revenue models
- Comfort working in a scaling, fast-moving environment
- High attention to detail with a practical, problem-solving mindset
- Ability to partner cross-functionally with FP&A, operations, and leadership
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred
Why This Role
- Truly hands-on ownership of the books
- Exposure to SaaS and high-volume payments complexity
- Close partnership with FP&A and executive leadership
- Opportunity to grow into broader finance ownership over time
- Profitable, growing company with real impact
Benefits & Perks Uplifter offers a competitive benefits package designed to support your health, flexibility, and long-term growth:
- Competitive base salary aligned with experience. $105K -$125K CAD
- Health, dental, and vision insurance after the probationary period
- Paid time off (PTO) and company holidays
- Hybrid work flexibility
- Parental leave and family-friendly policies
- Professional development and growth opportunities
- Collaborative, mission-driven culture with real ownership and impact
About Uplifter Inc.
At Uplifter Inc., we empower sports clubs, national associations, and federations across the globe to streamline membership and event management, allowing you to focus on what truly matters- building champions, fostering community, and creating lasting impact. Our intuitive, mobile-friendly platform automates tasks like real-time online registration, skill tracking, invoicing, and financial reporting, providing the performance, reliability, and security your organization needs to thrive.
In fact, our customers report saving up to 24 hours per week. Imagine reinvesting that time into your athletes’ development, boosting member engagement, or strengthening your club’s presence. By simplifying complex administrative work, Uplifter ensures you can keep your eyes on the field, your athletes, and the community you’re dedicated to serving. Join us in elevating your organization- one streamlined process, one inspired athlete, and one unforgettable experience at a time.
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Senior Accountant / Controller | Sports & Membership SaaS
Top Benefits
About the role
Thanks for checking out our job openings. See something that interests you? Apply here.
Company Description | Why Uplifter Uplifter Inc. builds software that powers sports clubs, leagues, and federations across North America. Our intuitive, mobile-friendly platform automates registration, payments, invoicing, and financial reporting — helping organizations spend less time on administration and more time building strong communities and athletes.
Uplifter supports 1,000+ organizations , processes hundreds of millions of dollars in payments annually , and operates at the intersection of SaaS, fintech, and sports . We are profitable, scaling, and focused on building clean, durable financial foundations that support long-term growth.
Role Description | What You'll Own As Senior Accountant , you will own the day-to-day accuracy and integrity of Uplifter's financials . This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys being close to the detail while helping improve processes in a growing SaaS + payments environment.
You will work closely with the Senior FP&A Lead and leadership to ensure the books are clean, reliable, and decision-ready.
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
-
Key responsibilities
-
Own monthly close process end-to-end (timelines, checklist, accuracy, sign-off)
-
Manage accounting integrity: accruals, deferrals, prepaid expenses, GL quality
-
Lead revenue recognition processes and consistency across SaaS + transactions + payments
-
Own balance sheet reconciliations and support audit readiness
-
Own internal controls and approvals process (spend controls, policies, compliance)
-
Coordinate key workflows: billing tools, payroll inputs, expense management
-
Manage the bookkeeper (if in-house) or manage the outsourced bookkeeping firm
-
Work closely with FP&A to ensure reporting ties out and forecasts reflect reality
-
Ensure clean consolidation and reporting across entities as required
-
Support external tax partners with clean schedules, reconciliations, and year-end deliverables
This is a full-time, hybrid role based in the Burnaby/ Greater Vancouver area , with flexibility to work remotely one day a week
What We're Looking For
- 4–8+ years of accounting experience, ideally in SaaS, subscription, or transaction-based businesses
- Hands-on experience with QuickBooks Online (QBO) — required
- Strong ownership of month-end close and reconciliations
- Solid understanding of revenue recognition and recurring revenue models
- Comfort working in a scaling, fast-moving environment
- High attention to detail with a practical, problem-solving mindset
- Ability to partner cross-functionally with FP&A, operations, and leadership
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred
Why This Role
- Truly hands-on ownership of the books
- Exposure to SaaS and high-volume payments complexity
- Close partnership with FP&A and executive leadership
- Opportunity to grow into broader finance ownership over time
- Profitable, growing company with real impact
Benefits & Perks Uplifter offers a competitive benefits package designed to support your health, flexibility, and long-term growth:
- Competitive base salary aligned with experience. $105K -$125K CAD
- Health, dental, and vision insurance after the probationary period
- Paid time off (PTO) and company holidays
- Hybrid work flexibility
- Parental leave and family-friendly policies
- Professional development and growth opportunities
- Collaborative, mission-driven culture with real ownership and impact
About Uplifter Inc.
At Uplifter Inc., we empower sports clubs, national associations, and federations across the globe to streamline membership and event management, allowing you to focus on what truly matters- building champions, fostering community, and creating lasting impact. Our intuitive, mobile-friendly platform automates tasks like real-time online registration, skill tracking, invoicing, and financial reporting, providing the performance, reliability, and security your organization needs to thrive.
In fact, our customers report saving up to 24 hours per week. Imagine reinvesting that time into your athletes’ development, boosting member engagement, or strengthening your club’s presence. By simplifying complex administrative work, Uplifter ensures you can keep your eyes on the field, your athletes, and the community you’re dedicated to serving. Join us in elevating your organization- one streamlined process, one inspired athlete, and one unforgettable experience at a time.