Corporate Controller
Benevity
- Vancouver, BC
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Oversee preparation of financial statements (monthly, quarterly, annual) per GAAP, including subscription revenue, deferred revenue, and expenses
- Ensure compliance with all levels of government reporting requirements and tax filings
- Develop and maintain internal controls for accurate financial reporting and compliance with accounting policies
- Implement best practices and technology to automate and streamline financial processes
- Transform and manage all aspects of the order to cash (O2C) cycle, including sales order management, billing, and cash application
- Develop policies and procedures for an efficient, effective O2C process in compliance with regulations
- Ensure billing accuracy, completeness, and timeliness
- Oversee collections to reduce days sales outstanding (DSO)
- Accurately apply payments to customer accounts promptly
- Analyze O2C metrics for informed management decisions, including DSO and cash flow
- Maintain internal controls for the integrity of financial reports related to O2C
- Optimize cash position and manage investment strategies
- Coordinate with external auditors for annual audits, ensuring tax strategy and compliance
- Address audit findings and implement changes as recommended
- Lead and develop the accounting team, promoting high performance, continuous improvement, and growth
- Support financial aspects of contract negotiations
- Participate in strategic planning as a financial advisor to the CFO and executive team, advising on financial implications of business activities and strategies
- 5+ years in accounting/finance within SaaS or tech, with expertise in SaaS revenue recognition and deferred revenue
- Proven success in enhancing Order to Cash processes
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance; CPA preferred
- Proficient in financial software, especially NetSuite for subscription-based billing
- Strong knowledge of GAAP for software/subscription businesses
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and leadership skills
- Effective communicator across all organizational levels and with external parties
- Experienced in managing audits, budgeting, and internal controls
- Strategic thinker, adept at simplifying complex financial data for insights
- Proven track record in leading and developing high-performing teams