Controller

About the company
Sync is Canada's largest cloud storage and document collaboration provider, and a world-leader in cloud content management. Our mission is to make secure file storage, sharing, and collaboration easy for everyone – by providing a safe space for the world to collaborate. We're transforming the way SMBs work together, and we're actively expanding into digital enterprise. We need your help!
By joining Sync you will have an amazing opportunity to help over 2 million businesses and individuals worldwide store important information, share big ideas, and collaborate on game-changing projects. You will help define what the future of work looks like. Most importantly you will be part of an incredible team helping to get the world in Sync.
Sync needs you!
The Controller is responsible for overseeing all financial aspects of the company's operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining compliance with accounting standards and regulations, and providing strategic financial insights to support decision-making at the executive level. The Controller manages a team of professionals and collaborates with various departments to support the organization's financial health and stability.
This is a remote role in Canada.
Your to-do list:

1. Financial Reporting:
   
   • Oversee the preparation and accuracy of financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
   • Ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and relevant accounting standards.
   • Lead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
2. Budgeting & Forecasting:
   
   • Collaborate with the Vice President of Finance in facilitating the company's budgeting and forecasting processes.
   • Conduct variance analyses to support strategic planning and decision-making.
3. Financial Analysis:
   
   • Analyze financial data to identify trends, opportunities, and risks.
   • Present financial analysis and insights to the executive team to facilitate informed decision-making.
   • Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial metrics to assess the company's performance.
4. Internal Controls & Compliance:
   
   • Establish and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with financial regulations.
   • Liaise with external auditors and manage the annual audit process.
   • Ensure compliance with tax regulations and coordinate tax planning strategies.
5. Treasury & Cash Management:
   
   • Manage the company's cash flow, including cash projections and optimisation of working capital positions.
   • Oversee banking relationships, credit facilities, and investment strategies.
6. Team Leadership & Development:
   
   • Manage and mentor the finance team, providing guidance, training, and professional development opportunities.
   • Foster a collaborative and productive work environment within the finance department.
7. Process & System Improvement:
   
   • Identify opportunities for process and/ or systems improvements and automations to enhance efficiency and accuracy in financial operations.
   • Work with the Vice President of Finance to ensure that the company has the systems and processes in place to scale operations.
   • Implement best practices in financial operations, reporting, and accounting procedures.
8. Special Projects:
   
   • Participate in strategic initiatives and other special projects that impact the company’s operations.

Who you are:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA designation and Big 4 accounting experience is strongly preferred.
• Motivated, proactive team player with a strong work ethic; willingness to investigate and solve problems leveraging their professional judgement and experience.
• Experience working at an early- or growth-stage SaaS company is preferred.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
• Experience with cloud financial software. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required. Experience with Xero and/ or Zuora is an asset.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance frameworks.
• Detail-oriented with a strong analytical mindset.
• 8+ years of experience in progressively responsible financial roles.

Perks:

• Generous wellness program to keep your work-life balance in check
• Best in the class health benefits
• Paid vacation with carry-over
• Flexible work schedule
• Work from home option

Sync.com is an equal opportunity, dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive team. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants’ needs throughout the recruitment, assessment, and selection process. If selected to participate in the process, please inform us of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require.