Director Financial Reporting (Mat Leave Coverage)

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The Opportunity

This is an 18-month fixed-term position covering a maternity leave. The Director, Financial Reporting, reporting to the Vice President of Finance, is a key member of the Finance department and owns the global financial close, consolidation, external financial reporting, and audit execution; and partners with internal stakeholders and external advisors on global tax compliance and planning. They are an experienced Controller/Director with extensive knowledge of accounting principles, systems and processes, and a passion for partnering with key stakeholders to drive awareness and optimization of the business. They are enthusiastic, high-energy, an experienced people leader, and passionate about coaching and investing in their team to elevate career development and experience.
This is a hands-on role in a high-growth software business backed by U.S. Private Equity. This role will partner with other senior leaders to continue to build and scale the department with best practices to support our global business with operations in Canada, US, UK, Romania and Australia.

What You'll Do

• Financial Accounting and Reporting: Oversee the ongoing accounting function and financial reporting calendar to meet critical reporting timelines. Be the in-house technical accounting expert that ensures compliance with US GAAP (ASC 606 revenue recognition, ASC 718 stock based compensation, ASC 842 leases, etc), federal, state and local laws and accounting principles in the US, Canada, UK, LATAM, Romania, and Australia.
• Audit Management: Manage the relationships with external auditors and government authorities. Effectively negotiate and defend the Company's accounting positions and manage audits to be on time and on budget. Prepare complex technical accounting and tax memos, working papers, and consolidated financial statements with note disclosures in compliance with US GAAP.
• Tax: Participate in global tax planning and strategy (transfer pricing, SR&ED) and coordinate tax return compliance and preparation with our global tax advisors. Oversee sales tax compliance and follow-ups.
• Collaborate with FP&A to support internal and external management reporting: Produce high-quality monthly, quarterly and annual consolidated financial statements, MD&A and management reports; provide thorough analysis of the financial data and effectively communicate key findings, opportunities and risk.
• Lead AI-enabled finance automation across close, reconciliations, variance analysis, reporting, and audit support by integrating our tech stack (NetSuite, Concur, Salesforce, Adaptive Planning, UKG, Snowflake, and Claude) in partnership with AI/Systems, ensuring strong controls, data security, and documentation.
• Support the sales process through delivering financial health reviews on customer calls.
• People Leader, Coach & Active Listener: Lead a team responsible for accounting, audit management, financial reporting and tax. Lead their training and development, performance evaluation and maintaining a healthy and collaborative work environment.

What You’ll Bring

• CPA + experience at a top tier accounting firm + industry experience.
• 8 years' experience leading global accounting operations as a Controller/Director.
• 4 years of people management experience.
• Advanced knowledge of US GAAP/IFRS.
• Proficiency with NetSuite or similar ERP systems.
• Experience preparing consolidated financial statements and note disclosures and managing auditors and government agencies.
•  Experience partnering with cross-functional stakeholders to drive results.
• Egoless, Innovative and Entrepreneurial: Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Relentless focus on improvement and raising the bar. Balances scrappiness and execution with business maturity, prioritization, and thoughtfulness. Is curious, agile, a self-starter and welcomes challenge as a conduit to improvement. Can be creative with resources and has a history of getting things done in complex environments and flat hierarchies. Welcomes candor from above and below.
• Collaborative: Will have the confidence and willingness to work up and down the organization.
• Effective Communication Skills: High integrity, no-nonsense approach. Quick and to the point. An active listener.

For this role, the estimated annual base salary range is between CAD $138,200.00 - $181,400.00. In addition to base salary, our compensation package may include bonuses, commissions for eligible sales roles, and a comprehensive benefits package. The actual base salary will vary based on factors including individual qualifications and market data, as objectively assessed during the interview process.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
This hiring process utilizes artificial intelligence tools to assist in candidate screening and assessment. Our AI tools are designed to complement — not replace — human decision-making. 

Overview of Benefits: 

• Health & Wellness— Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage tailored to your local needs 
• Time Off— PTO and public holidays to rest, recharge, and do what matters most 
• Volunteer Days— Dedicated time to give back and support the communities that matter to you 
• Ignite Days— Dedicated learning days to support continuous growth, skill development, and professional learning 
• Financial— Compensation that reflects your market and your value 
• Retirement— Retirement plans designed to help you build long-term financial security 
• Tuition Assistance— Invest in your growth with support for continuing education and professional development 
• Flexibility— Work where you thrive, with remote and hybrid options available across most regions