Controller

This is your chance to join a fast-paced organization with a large, stable, and continuously growing presence in the vertical market software industry!

Harris is currently looking to hire a Controller. The ideal candidate for this role has their professional accounting designation; a strong analytical mindset; experience leading and managing teams; and a passion for continuous learning and improvement.

As Controller, you will be a part of the Harris finance management team and will be looked upon to provide financial support and analysis that will have a direct impact on a Business Unit’s success. Reporting to the VP of Finance, you will lead a team of finance professionals; oversee the month, quarter, and year-end close process while working closely with the operational senior leadership teams as their trusted business advisor.

This position will be remote, however, Harris has offices across North America should a candidate be looking to work from an office either permanently or on a part-time basis.

WHAT WILL YOUR NEW ROLE BE

• Ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and timely completion of monthly financial reporting
• Technical accounting analysis under International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
• Analyzing; summarizing and presenting financial results to senior leadership
• Co-ordinate and provide analyses that support the decision-making of senior leadership
• Manage, coach and mentor a team of finance professionals including CPA’s and CPA candidates
• Review multiple-element software contracts to ensure proper revenue recognition under IFRS 15 guidelines, including regular review of supporting schedules
• Co-ordinate audit requests and respond to queries during quarterly reviews and the interim and year-end audit
• Assist the M&A team with finance due diligence items and oversee the financial integration of new acquisitions, including intangible valuations and acquisition accounting entries

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• 5+ years of work experience in an accounting or finance environment
• CPA (or equivalent) designation
• Experience building and managing relationships with direct reports and internal stakeholders

WHAT WILL MAKE YOU STAND OUT

• Familiarity with IFRS reporting framework 
• Progressive experience working at an accounting firm or software company
• Solutions focused mindset with a desire to improve processes

WHAT WE OFFER

• Three weeks' vacation and five personal days
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision coverage from your first day of employment
• Financial and professional development support for CPA candidates and members
• Employee stock ownership and RRSP matching programs
• Lifestyle rewards program
• Flexible work options
• Performance driven organization with many opportunities for advancement
• And more!