Vp, Corporate Controller

LIGHTSPEED COMMERCE

Ottawa, Canada
On-site
Global controllership function leadership
Ifrs and sox compliance expertise
Revenue recognition ifrs 15 policy
Lightspeed Commerce is seeking a VP Corporate Controller to oversee the Global Controllership function, including accounting and financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in finance and accounting, particularly in a public company environment, with a strong emphasis on leadership and process transformation

Job Summary

  • This role provides executive oversight of the Global Controllership function including Accounting, Revenue, Accounts Receivable, and Accounts Payable.
  • The successful candidate will ensure compliance with IFRS standards and maintain a robust SOX control environment while managing a high-performing global team.
  • Employees enjoy flexible work environments, equity options, contributions to pension plans, and enhanced parental leave benefits.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Lightspeed Commerce is seeking a VP Corporate Controller to oversee the Global Controllership function, including accounting and financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in finance and accounting, particularly in a public company environment, with a strong emphasis on leadership and process transformation.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Global Controllership function leadership
  • IFRS and SOX compliance expertise
  • Revenue recognition IFRS 15 policy
  • Accounts Receivable and Payable management
  • Process transformation and automation
  • External auditor and Audit Committee liaison

Nice-to-have

  • French communication skills
  • Experience in Software or Payments industry
  • High-performing geographically dispersed team management
  • Contract structuring guidance for sales teams

Key Requirements

  • CPA designation required
  • 15+ years finance experience
  • 8+ years management experience
  • 5+ years Senior Director or Head role
  • Public company controllership ownership
  • English fluency required

Work Rights

Not specified

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