Assistant Controller

Xello is looking for an Assistant Controller

You are a detail-oriented professional who is looking for an opportunity in an entrepreneurial organization. A self-starter, you relish the opportunity to have your voice heard and want to build your career in a high-growth, energetic, and forward-thinking team. You are eager to help take Xello’s business to the next level. 

As a key member of our growing accounting team, you’ll sink your teeth into problems and make recommendations to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the department. This position requires one day a week in the office, where you’ll collaborate with the team in our Midtown Toronto office. 

Sound exciting? Read on!

What you’ll do…

• Assist in the preparation of timely and accurate monthly financial statements
• Manage the monthly close process, including the preparation of month-end journal entries and the review of monthly reconciliations
• Support month-end internal and external financial reporting, including board and shareholder material, as well as ad-hoc financial analysis
• Work with the Controller to implement company-wide processes to improve internal controls, safeguard assets, and optimize resource allocation
• Create, maintain, and administer company policies and identify potential areas for process improvements
• Manage the automation of deferred revenue reconciliation within NetSuite and other ERP automation projects
• Manage the AP function by:
  • Reviewing GL coding and supporting documentation for all expenditures
  • Reviewing supporting documentation prior to the release of CAD, USD, and GBP payments
  • Creating budgetary reporting against actual monthly results
• Manage the year-end audit by preparing and managing working papers and discussions with auditors
• Build and maintain relationships with key corporate and external stakeholders

What we’re looking for… 

• CPA designation preferred, or working towards completion
• Minimum 2 years of experience performing full cycle accounting or a similar finance role with Canadian GAAP experience
• Prior experience in a SAAS environment is preferred
• Proficiency with NetSuite accounting software
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365
• Self-driven with the ability to multitask and work with minimal supervision in a deadline-oriented environment
• Track record of successful development and implementation of processes in finance/accounting within a startup or fast-growing organization
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and can demonstrate teamwork skills as part of a growing team
• Strong problem solving and time management skills
• Strong project management skills