Controller
About the role
We’re partnering with a thriving organization to recruit a Controller who will lead the controllership function and serve as a key finance leader within the business. Our client develops software that helps communications providers manage, secure, and optimize the performance of their networks. This role is ideal for a technically strong accounting leader who enjoys staying close to the numbers, mentoring teams, and partnering with the business to drive results. Reporting to the Group CFO, you will play a critical role in ensuring financial accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency, while contributing to forecasting, cash flow optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives. You will be required to:
- Lead the month-end close and deliver accurate financials with actionable insights
- Provide IFRS guidance and act as a trusted advisor across the business
- Lead, coach and develop the finance team
- Manage compliance for statutory filings and taxes across multiple entities
- Develop and improve accounting policies, processes and controls
- Perform audits from planning to resolution
- Support budgeting, forecasting and cash flow optimization
- Drive system and process improvements using technology
- Contribute to broader finance initiative as part of a lean, agile team
Designed for a Controller seeking more than business-as-usual, this opportunity offers high visibility, real influence, and the chance to lead both the work and the people behind it. If you’re hands-on, collaborative, and motivated by impact, we’d love to hear from you.
Qualifications:
The main qualifications for this role include:
- Completed formal accounting education; CPA designation (or CFE passed)
- 3+ years progressive experience
- Strong technical accounting knowledge and experience with IFRS
- Proven leadership with a hands-on approach
- Excellent people skills and ability to deliver accurate work efficiently
- Advanced Excel and solid Microsoft Office skills
Assets:
- Experience with NetSuite
- Software or Telecommunications industry experience is a plus
- Experience with multiple entities/countries/currencies is an advantage
Compensation:
- $105,000 - $120,000 salary range
- Bonus potential up to 10%
- Generous benefits from day 1
- Fully remote – core hours are 9-5 with flex
Location : Ottawa (Remote)
Internal Job ID# : 4941
Recruiter Name : Paul Stevenson
About Stevenson & White
Stevenson & White is Canadian owned and operated. Located in Ottawa, we specialize in the recruitment of finance, accounting and payroll professionals at all levels. We place people on a permanent, contract and temporary basis across all business sectors and at all levels, from the Junior Accountant to the CFO.
When it comes to recruitment, we believe it is all about the fit! We know that what we do has to be more than simply matching resumes to job descriptions which is why we meet with our clients and candidates face to face whenever possible before working with them!
In 2000, Stevenson & White was created to offer a more personalized service to both clients and candidates. Now, thanks to the loyal support of our clients and candidates we are a market leader in Ottawa and the surrounding area!
Contact us today and learn more about how we can help you!
(613) 225-5417 info@stevensonandwhite.com
Controller
About the role
We’re partnering with a thriving organization to recruit a Controller who will lead the controllership function and serve as a key finance leader within the business. Our client develops software that helps communications providers manage, secure, and optimize the performance of their networks. This role is ideal for a technically strong accounting leader who enjoys staying close to the numbers, mentoring teams, and partnering with the business to drive results. Reporting to the Group CFO, you will play a critical role in ensuring financial accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency, while contributing to forecasting, cash flow optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives. You will be required to:
- Lead the month-end close and deliver accurate financials with actionable insights
- Provide IFRS guidance and act as a trusted advisor across the business
- Lead, coach and develop the finance team
- Manage compliance for statutory filings and taxes across multiple entities
- Develop and improve accounting policies, processes and controls
- Perform audits from planning to resolution
- Support budgeting, forecasting and cash flow optimization
- Drive system and process improvements using technology
- Contribute to broader finance initiative as part of a lean, agile team
Designed for a Controller seeking more than business-as-usual, this opportunity offers high visibility, real influence, and the chance to lead both the work and the people behind it. If you’re hands-on, collaborative, and motivated by impact, we’d love to hear from you.
Qualifications:
The main qualifications for this role include:
- Completed formal accounting education; CPA designation (or CFE passed)
- 3+ years progressive experience
- Strong technical accounting knowledge and experience with IFRS
- Proven leadership with a hands-on approach
- Excellent people skills and ability to deliver accurate work efficiently
- Advanced Excel and solid Microsoft Office skills
Assets:
- Experience with NetSuite
- Software or Telecommunications industry experience is a plus
- Experience with multiple entities/countries/currencies is an advantage
Compensation:
- $105,000 - $120,000 salary range
- Bonus potential up to 10%
- Generous benefits from day 1
- Fully remote – core hours are 9-5 with flex
Location : Ottawa (Remote)
Internal Job ID# : 4941
Recruiter Name : Paul Stevenson
About Stevenson & White
Stevenson & White is Canadian owned and operated. Located in Ottawa, we specialize in the recruitment of finance, accounting and payroll professionals at all levels. We place people on a permanent, contract and temporary basis across all business sectors and at all levels, from the Junior Accountant to the CFO.
When it comes to recruitment, we believe it is all about the fit! We know that what we do has to be more than simply matching resumes to job descriptions which is why we meet with our clients and candidates face to face whenever possible before working with them!
In 2000, Stevenson & White was created to offer a more personalized service to both clients and candidates. Now, thanks to the loyal support of our clients and candidates we are a market leader in Ottawa and the surrounding area!
Contact us today and learn more about how we can help you!
(613) 225-5417 info@stevensonandwhite.com