Assistant 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 an Assistant Controller.

The ideal candidate for this role has their professional accounting designation (or currently enrolled as a student); a strong analytical mindset and a passion for continuous learning and improvement.

As Assistant 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 Controller, you will help manage a team of finance professionals; play a critical role in the month, quarter, and year-end close process while working closely with the senior leadership team in each business unit as their ‘trusted business advisor.

WHAT WILL BE YOUR NEW ROLE


* Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timely completion of monthly financial reporting


* Support the Controller in preparing financial forecasts, budgets, and financial analysis to support strategic decision-making and business planning activities


* Collaborate with accounting team members to ensure timely and accurate month-end and year-end close processes


* Manage and support members of the finance team


* Help with due diligence and integrating new acquisitions into the finance group


* Technical accounting analyses under International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR


* Education in Accounting, Finance, or a related field


* Experience in financial analysis roles, accounting roles, or relevant experience


* Completion of or working toward a professional accounting designation (CPA)


* Familiarity with IFRS and extensive industry knowledge


* Excellent data-based and problem-solving skills


* Proven communication and interpersonal skills

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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


* Flexible work options


* Performance driven organization with many opportunities for advancement


* And more!