Controller

About Leo Berwick

Leo Berwick is an innovative mergers and acquisitions consulting firm. We are comprised of top tier, experienced advisors from global law and accounting firms that add value to transactions as trusted partners throughout the deal life cycle. At Leo Berwick, we hire the best and the brightest. Our teams deliver a dedicated and customized service to every client.

As a growth-stage company, we move quickly, work collaboratively, and value people who take initiative and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Our culture is grounded in high performance, continuous learning, and the shared ambition to build something exceptional, together.

What we’re looking for

Leo Berwick is looking for a Controller to join our Finance team, reporting to the Director of Finance. This is a remote role based in Canada. You’ll own day-to-day accounting and the monthly close across our multi-entity group, leading the accounting function so finance leadership can focus on reporting, planning and strategy.

With entities across the US, Canada, the UK, Israel and India, this role offers real scope and ownership in a fast-growing firm, and suits a hands-on accountant who enjoys building in an entrepreneurial environment.

You’re the right fit for this role if –

• Want real ownership and prefer to be hands-on
• Enjoy building and improving processes in a fast-moving environment
• Hold a high bar for accuracy and documentation
• Are comfortable working across time zones with flexible hours

What you'll do

Close and reporting

• Own the monthly close across all entities, including reconciliations, intercompany and multi-currency consolidation
• Prepare monthly and quarterly lender, management and shareholder reporting
• Lead the annual external audit and local statutory audits

Team and operations

• Manage and develop a team of 2+ accountants
• Oversee accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), billing and payroll run by team members and outsourced partners
• Oversee project-based revenue recognition and work in progress (WIP)

Tax, treasury and strategy

• Partner with outside advisors on tax filings, transfer pricing and indirect taxes across jurisdictions
• Support cash management and forecasting, and account for equity and profit interest awards
• Strengthen internal controls and NetSuite processes, and support the Director of Finance on strategic projects

What you bring

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including time as a controller, assistant controller or accounting manager
• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) or equivalent designation, and a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
• Experience owning a multi-entity close and leading a team of accountants
• Strong US GAAP knowledge and external audit experience
• Experience with project-based revenue recognition, ideally in professional services
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with a cloud ERP system
• NetSuite, foreign subsidiary, equity accounting or Big 4 experience is an asset

Benefits & Perks

• Unlimited paid time off including 2 weeks of disconnected time each year
• Flexible working arrangements – remote and location flexibility
• Tuition reimbursement
• Attractive medical, dental insurance
• Pension & retirement contributions
• Monthly fringe benefit stipend (up to $400)
• Additional benefits to support your physical and mental wellness

Compensation

This is a permanent full-time role with a base salary range of $130k - $170k CAD. Placement within the range will depend on relevant experience and scope of responsibility.

Vacancy Statement

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Use of Artificial Intelligence in Hiring

Leo Berwick uses artificial intelligence tools to screen applicants for this role.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Leo Berwick is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse, inclusive and accessible workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and do not discriminate on any ground protected under applicable human rights legislation. Accommodations are available upon request at any stage of the hiring process, in accordance with applicable accessibility and human rights legislation.

Please contact careers@leoberwick.com to request an accommodation. Information received relating to accommodation will be kept confidential and used only to support your participation in the hiring process or as otherwise required by law.