At Poka, we’re transforming how frontline teams operate, learn, and solve problems.
Our connected worker platform is purpose-built for manufacturing, empowering frontline workers to share knowledge, collaborate in real-time, and drive continuous improvement. Think of it like YouTube and Facebook but built for the factory floor!
We’re proud to support global leaders like Nestlé, Bosch, Kraft, and Danone in their digital transformation journeys and as part of the IFS family, our reach and impact continue to grow globally.
We are seeking an Assistant Controller to join our Finance team. In collaboration with the Finance Controller, you will play an active role in various aspects of Financial reporting, accounting operations, and tax and compliance across our Canadian, American, and European entities.. This role requires experience in multi-jurisdictional tax laws, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in ensuring accounting operations run efficiently.
What you’ll be responsible for:- Tax Compliance: Ensure timely and accurate filing of corporate tax returns in collaboration with external tax specialists, sales tax (GST/HST, VAT), and other regulatory reports across Canada, the U.S., and Europe.
- Financial Statements & Reporting: Assist the controller with the preparation and analysis of monthly financial statements, financial reporting and various other accounting tasks as required.
- Registration & Documentation: Monitor obligations and proceed with relevant tax and regulatory registrations required for Canadian, U.S., and European operations.
- Financial Reconciliation: Perform reconciliations of tax accounts, including deferred taxes, tax liabilities, and tax provisions.
- Cross-Border Transactions: Assess tax implications of intercompany transactions, transfer pricing, and withholding taxes.
- Process & Obligation Documentation: Maintain up-to-date records of all tax processes, compliance obligations, and reporting requirements to ensure transparency and continuity.
- Grant Research: Conduct research on available grants, tax credits, and government incentives applicable to the company and assist in the application process where relevant.
- Audit Support: Liaise with tax authorities and advisors during regulatory reviews, if any.
- Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline processes through automation, artificial intelligence and best practices.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or a related field.
- 2+ years of experience in an accounting role, with exposure to tax compliance and reporting in Québec and Canada. Experience with American and European tax regulations is an asset.
- Excellent communication skills in French and English to liaise with internal stakeholders and external tax authorities.
- Experience with corporate tax, sales tax, VAT, and cross-border tax matters.
- Experience with e-business tax credit.
- Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems (FinancialForce / Certinia) (An asset).
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
- Strong interest in integrating artificial intelligence into day-to-day operations and willingness to experiment with new technological tools.
What we offer:
- Dynamic and collaborative work environment.
- Generous vacation policy upon arrival.
- Hybrid work policy - Work from the office one day a week if you live within a 40km radius to our Quebec City office or a 15 km radius to our Montreal office.
- 100% remote work if you do not live within the radiuses mentioned above.
- Truly flexible schedule and the possibility of taking every Friday afternoon off.
- Group insurance from day one (dental, medication, invalidity, travel, etc.).
- Telemedicine service with Dialogue.
- Retirement plan with Wealthsimple after a year.
- MacBook Pro and $500 allowance for your home office.
- Tasty snacks (Fresh fruits, snacks, coffees, teas, etc.)
- Generous referral bonus.
- Whatever you need to keep learning and evolve professionally.
- Rapid evolution in your role. Your responsibilities will not be limited!
*Certain benefits are exclusively accessible to employees in Canada.
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What We Do
Poka transforms manufacturing operations by empowering workers with real-time access to knowledge, digital tools and expert support. Our AI-driven platform integrates training, communication and troubleshooting to foster continuous improvement and operational excellence. Our mission is to bridge the skills gap, reduce downtime, and drive safety, performance and quality to new heights. Poka’s powerful analytics engine makes it easy to identify issues in production, leading to quick and focussed resolutions. In 2023, Poka was acquired by IFS, an enterprise software leader in Enterprise Asset Management, Field Service Management and ERP. Together, we help manufacturing companies optimize their people, assets and processes. Join us in shaping the future of work in manufacturing.
