Controller (12 Month Contract)

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Hiring Remotely in Canada
Remote
Senior level
eCommerce
The Role
Manage full-cycle accounting including AP/AR, general ledger, reconciliations, consolidated financial statements and month/quarter/year-end close. Implement internal controls, optimize accounting processes (including sales tax), coordinate external audits, support financial reporting and tax preparation, and provide leadership and mentorship to the finance team on a 12-month contract.
Summary Generated by Built In

Clearco is the capital partner that thinks like a founder. We provide fast, flexible, and founder-first funding designed to scale with your momentum. With over $3 billion deployed to 10,000+ brands, Clearco is the only platform offering both Cash Advance and Invoice Funding in one place. Reporting to the Senior Director of Finance, the Controller will manage full-cycle accounting and ensure the accuracy and integrity of the company’s financial reports. The Controller plays a critical role in safeguarding company assets, optimizing accounting processes, and supporting overall business objectives.

Contract Duration: August 17, 2026 – August 31, 2027

What your day-to-day will look like:

  • Manage the day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and intercompany transactions.

  • Implement and maintain effective internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure accurate financial reporting.

  • Oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.

  • Prepare reconciliations, reviewer-level entries, and variance analysis.

  • Prepare and review consolidated financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with US GAAP and regulatory requirements.

  • Administer the distribution of financial packages to internal and external stakeholders.

  • Ensure the accounting system and processes are efficient and effective in supporting financial reporting and tax preparations.

  • Optimize sales tax reporting.

  • Coordinate and oversee external audits and liaise with auditors to address findings.

  • Perform other duties, special projects, and ad hoc assignments as reasonably required to support the Finance department and the organization's operational objectives.

  • Provide leadership and mentorship to other members of the Finance team.

You will thrive if you:

  • Have a CPA designation with 7-10 years of relevant experience.

  • Are knowledgeable about IFRS and/or US GAAP.

  • Have previous experience working with Sage Intacct.

  • Comfortable working in a multi-entity environment with intercompany transactions.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

  • Are detail-oriented and meticulous — you take pride in knowing the details and are obsessed with accuracy.

  • Possess excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.

  • Have the ability to organize, prioritize, and meet multiple deadlines in a fast-paced work environment.

  • Can deliver results independently and while working with a team.

  • Are able to communicate effectively to both internal and external stakeholders.

At Clearco, we strive for an inclusive, accessible recruitment process. If you have specific accessibility needs, please let us know so we can support you. Please note that we use AI-assisted tools to help our team manage applications, though humans remain the sole decision-makers in our hiring. Contact us for more information on our tools or to request an accommodation.

Skills Required

  • CPA designation
  • 7-10 years of relevant accounting experience
  • Knowledge of IFRS and/or US GAAP
  • Experience with Sage Intacct
  • Experience in multi-entity environments with intercompany transactions
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
  • Ability to implement and maintain internal controls
  • Experience managing month/quarter/year-end close and preparing consolidated financial statements
  • Experience coordinating and liaising with external auditors
  • Leadership and mentorship experience for finance team members
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
  • Ability to organize, prioritize, and meet multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
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The Company
HQ: Toronto, Ontario
161 Employees
Year Founded: 2015

What We Do

Clearco is the world's largest e-commerce investor providing equity free capital solutions to e-commerce businesses. Clearco’s gives founders real-time access to a global network of partners in addition to insights and data tools to help support them scale their business. Clearco has advanced more than $3.2 billion to more than 7000 brands, including Public Goods, Soludos, and Monos. To date, Clearco has funded 25x more female Founders than the average traditional venture capital firm. For more information visit clear.co and @getClearco.

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