Financial ControllerVelixo • Montreal, QC, Canada

Financial Controller

Velixo • Montreal, QC, Canada

30+ days ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

Job Description

About Velixo

Velixo is an award-winning vendor of Excel-based reporting solutions for Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software, such as Acumatica, MYOB, Cegid and Sage Intacct. We serve customers of every size, in every industry, by enhancing their reporting and planning experience, and introducing a world of innovative features and integrations in the Excel they love.

Headquartered in Montreal, Canada, we are a diverse and fast-paced organization that is rapidly growing in revenue and personnel. Our team is spread out across the world to support a growing base strong of 1800+ customers and 200+ value-added resellers worldwide.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and hands-on Financial Controller to lead our accounting operations and ensure the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of our financial reporting. Reporting to the VP Finance, the Financial Controller will oversee the monthly close process, maintain robust internal controls, manage audit and compliance requirements, and partner cross-functionally to support the company’s growth.

This is a critical role for a finance leader who combines strong technical accounting expertise with a pragmatic, operational mindset and the ability to build scalable processes.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Close

Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, ensuring accurate and timely financial statements.
Prepare and review financial reports, including balance sheet reconciliations, variance analysis, and cash flow reporting.
Ensure the integrity of the general ledger, including appropriate revenue and expense recognition.
Develop and maintain a robust documentation framework (policies, procedures, and schedules) to support reporting accuracy.

Accounting Operations

Oversee core accounting functions including :

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable and collections

Payroll accounting

Fixed assets and capitalization

Expense management and corporate credit cards

Maintain accurate books and ensure consistent accounting treatment across transactions.

Improve and streamline finance processes, workflows, and reporting structures.

Internal Controls & Compliance

Design, implement, and monitor internal controls to mitigate risk and ensure compliance with policies and regulatory requirements.

Ensure compliance with local and international accounting and tax obligations (as applicable), including filings and remittances.

Prepare for and manage audits, including :

Annual financial audits

Tax audits

Internal controls reviews

Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors, tax advisors, and other finance partners.

Systems & Process Improvement

Lead continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen financial processes, increase automation, and improve reporting quality.

Own and optimize financial systems (ERP / accounting software, billing systems, expense tools, payroll systems).

Partner with IT, HR, and operations teams to improve data accuracy, integration, and automation.

Contribute to the implementation or refinement of new tools and systems as needed.

Team Leadership & Collaboration

Manage and develop the accounting team (or build the function as the company scales).

Establish clear priorities, workflows, and performance expectations.

Collaborate closely with VP Finance, Revenue Operations, Sales Operations, HR, and Legal to ensure seamless financial workflows.

Provide thoughtful guidance and support to operational teams on financial best practices and policy compliance.

Qualifications

Required

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.

5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including ownership of close and reporting.

Strong knowledge of financial reporting standards (IFRS and CAD GAAP, depending on the company’s reporting basis).

Experience with audit and compliance processes and managing external advisors.

Strong attention to detail, ability to manage multiple priorities, and a proactive approach to solving problems.

Excellent communication skills and ability to partner effectively across functions.

Preferred / Nice to Have

CPA designation preferred (or equivalent).

Experience or understanding of SaaS, technology, or high-growth environments.

Experience with revenue recognition and subscription billing models.

Familiarity with multi-entity and multi-currency reporting.

Experience implementing or improving accounting systems and automation tools.

Prior team management experience or desire to build and lead a growing accounting function.

Key Competencies

Technical accounting expertise and strong judgment

High ownership and accountability

Process-oriented, with a strong bias for automation and scalability

Strong ability to lead, coach, and collaborate across teams

Comfortable working in fast-paced, evolving environments

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