Director, Accounting

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Director, Accounting based in Canada.

This leadership role offers the opportunity to oversee accounting operations within a fast-growing global technology environment.
The position plays a critical role in ensuring financial accuracy, operational excellence, and audit readiness across multiple entities and currencies.
You will lead a talented accounting team while remaining hands-on in key processes and strategic initiatives.
The role combines technical accounting expertise, process improvement, and cross-functional collaboration with finance and business leaders.
You will help build scalable financial infrastructure that supports growth, compliance, and long-term business success.
This is an ideal opportunity for a proactive finance leader who enjoys solving complex challenges and driving meaningful improvements.

The Director, Accounting will lead accounting operations, financial reporting processes, and strategic finance initiatives while ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance across a global organization. This role requires a hands-on leader who can manage teams, improve processes, and partner with stakeholders to strengthen financial operations.

• Lead the accounting team through monthly close processes across multiple legal entities and currencies, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and continuous improvement.
• Own close management workflows, reconciliation processes, and reporting visibility through effective tools and operational practices.
• Partner with finance teams on financial reviews, revenue analysis, variance analysis, and reporting activities.
• Manage intercompany accounting processes, eliminations, transfer pricing structures, and multi-entity consolidation activities.
• Oversee accounts payable operations, vendor invoice workflows, purchase approvals, contractor payments, payroll coordination, and commission processes.
• Serve as a key contact for banking operations, lender reporting, investor reporting requirements, and external financial partners.
• Lead annual audit activities, including preparation management, auditor communication, and resolution of technical accounting matters.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and regulatory requirements across multiple jurisdictions.
• Drive improvements to accounting infrastructure, documentation, and processes to support scalability and audit readiness.
• Partner with finance leadership and cross-functional teams on systems implementations, integrations, and operational improvements.
• Manage and mentor accounting team members while fostering a proactive, accountable, and collaborative team culture.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate is an experienced accounting leader with strong technical expertise, SaaS or technology industry experience, and the ability to operate effectively in a complex, global environment. They should combine strategic thinking with a hands-on approach and strong leadership capabilities.

• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally combining public accounting experience with SaaS, software, or technology industry exposure.
• CPA designation required.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, including ASC 606 revenue recognition, deferred revenue, intercompany accounting, multi-currency consolidations, and technical accounting principles.
• Experience managing accounting operations across multiple entities, jurisdictions, and currencies.
• Previous experience working in a private equity-backed environment and collaborating with auditors, lenders, investors, and external advisors.
• Strong understanding of audit processes, compliance requirements, and internal control frameworks.
• Experience with accounting systems such as NetSuite; familiarity with close management, reconciliation, or billing platforms is an advantage.
• Advanced Excel skills with the ability to build and maintain complex financial models and reconciliations.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify opportunities, improve processes, and implement practical solutions.
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to coach, mentor, and develop accounting professionals.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across finance and business teams.
• A proactive, ownership-driven mindset with the ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits:

• Fully remote-first work environment with flexibility and autonomy.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Retirement savings and financial wellness programs.
• Unlimited vacation policy in eligible locations.
• Professional development opportunities, including training reimbursement, conferences, courses, and mentorship.
• Work-from-home support and related reimbursements.
• Opportunity to contribute to impactful products used by organizations worldwide.
• Collaborative and diverse global teams with opportunities to connect internationally.
• Employee referral programs and social activities, both virtual and in-person.
• Opportunities for career growth within a fast-moving technology environment.