Employment Type: Contract

Location: Hybrid

Rate: To be confirmed

Industry: SaaS (Software as a Service)

Position Type: Existing Vacancy

About the Opportunity

Our client is seeking an Interim Controller to lead the day-to-day accounting function while supporting key finance transformation and post-merger integration priorities. Reporting to the CFO, this role will manage a team of two accounting professionals and oversee core accounting operations and financial reporting. This is an opportunity to step into a highly visible role focused on strengthening financial infrastructure—driving process improvements, system enhancements, automation, and select AI-enabled initiatives—while ensuring accurate close and compliance. You’ll partner cross-functionally and work closely with external auditors and advisors, contributing to scalable finance operations that support continued growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting
• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations including AP, AR, payroll, and general accounting through a team of 2
• Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules
• Ensure financial reporting is complete, accurate, and compliant with applicable accounting standards
• Lead the annual audit and coordinate with external auditors
• Support lender, investor, and Board reporting requirements
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, scalability, and internal controls
• Lead finance system enhancements and automation initiatives
• Evaluate and implement AI-enabled solutions to improve workflows, reporting, and operational efficiency
• Develop and maintain finance policies, procedures, and documentation
• Support sales and use tax (SALT) initiatives, including nexus assessments and ongoing compliance
• Coordinate with external tax advisors on indirect tax matters
• Operationalize and maintain transfer pricing processes aligned to established policies
• Maintain documentation for intercompany transactions and transfer pricing compliance

What You Bring

• CPA designation
• 5–8+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, month-end close, and accounting operations
• Experience leading audits and partnering with external auditors/advisors
• Proven ability to improve processes and support/implement finance systems
• Advanced Excel capabilities
• Comfort managing multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills with an ability to work cross-functionally

Highly Preferred

• Experience in a SaaS environment
• Exposure to indirect tax/SALT compliance
• Experience with transfer pricing and intercompany accounting
• Background supporting automation and AI-enabled finance initiatives

Next Steps

We do appreciate all interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Clarity Recruitment is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process and workplace. If you require accommodation, please let us know in advance and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Please note: We use AI-assisted tools for notetaking during the screening process.

About Clarity Recruitment

Clarity is an executive search and recruitment firm specializing in Finance & Accounting talent across Canada - from accountants to CFOs. Additionally, Clarity partners with organizations to hire exceptional talent in HR, Operations, and IT, helping build the teams that power business success. Our process is designed to minimize risk, maximize alignment, and move quickly. With dedicated practices in Executive Search, Full-Time Search, and Project & Interim Consulting, we help organizations grow with confidence. Visit findingclarity.ca to learn more!

JOB ID # 3657726