Financial Controller

Welcome to Orchestry Software, where innovation meets growth! As a dynamic and rapidly expanding company in the Microsoft 365 governance, reporting and security space, we are seeking a Financial Controller to join our team. At Orchestry, we recognize the unique challenges and opportunities that come with being a growing business. This role is ideal for a candidate who not only possesses the necessary financial expertise but is also motivated by the prospect of being a pivotal member of a start-up team, taking on diverse responsibilities, and making a significant impact in a fast-paced environment. If you thrive in the excitement of a growing company and are ready to be a versatile team player, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity with us.

Requirements

Responsibilities:

Financial Planning and Analysis

• Develop and maintain financial models to support strategic planning and decision-making.
• Analyze financial data, performance metrics, and key performance indicators to provide insights to the leadership team.

Budgeting and Forecasting

• Lead the budgeting process and collaborate with department heads to ensure accurate and realistic budget submissions.
• Prepare regular forecasts and variance analyses to track performance against budget.

Financial Reporting

• Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with relevant accounting standards.
• Generate insightful financial reports for management, investors, and other stakeholders.
• Implement financial reporting specific to SaaS software, tracking metrics relevant to subscription-based revenue, customer acquisition costs, and churn rates.

Bookkeeping

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping activities, including recording financial transactions, reconciling accounts, and maintaining accurate financial records.

Expense Management

• Manage the process for efficient tracking, approval, reimbursement and reporting of expenses.
• Ensure compliance with expense policies and work with teams to optimize spending.

Year-End Preparation

• Coordinate the year-end financial close process, ensuring all necessary adjustments are made for accurate financial reporting.
• Compile financial statements and engage in collaborative efforts with external accountants throughout the year-end filing procedures.

Payroll and Compliance

• Run payroll and ensure timely and accurate remittance to workers' compensation.
• Manage the remittance of federal and provincial taxes, including GST/PST, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements.

Accounts Payable

• Oversee the accounts payable process, including vendor management and follow-up on outstanding payments.

Accounts Receivable

• Manage accounts receivable, including creating invoices and quotes, and ensuring timely collection of payments.

Cash Flow Management

• Monitor and manage cash flow to ensure the company's liquidity needs are met.
• Implement effective cash management strategies and optimize working capital.

Compliance and Risk Management

• Ensure compliance to accounting regulations at the Federal and Provincial levels, ensuring compliance with tax laws and other financial mandates.
• Identify and mitigate financial risks through effective internal controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA or equivalent qualification preferred.
• Demonstrate strong self-initiative and the ability to thrive in a self-managed capacity, taking ownership of tasks and driving them to successful completion. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who proactively identifies opportunities for improvement, exhibits a high degree of autonomy, and consistently meets deadlines.
• Proven experience as a Financial Controller or similar role, ideally in a technology or software company.
• Proficient in managing multiple accounting tasks concurrently with the ability to multitask effectively.
• An understanding of Microsoft 365 tools is a plus.
• In-depth knowledge of financial principles, regulations, and accounting standards.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in financial modelling and analysis.
• Experience in bookkeeping, year-end preparation, payroll processes, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
• Knowledge of payroll administration, workers' compensation, and tax remittance processes.
• Effective communication skills.
• Experienced with Quickbooks Online

Benefits

• Healthcare Plan
• Work From Home - Flexible hours
• Training & Development
• Future Stock Option Plan