Basis Technologies is hiring a
Assistant Controller

Summary

Join our team at Basis Technologies, a software company delivering automation solutions for digital media operations. We're seeking an Assistant Controller to lead the Accounting Operations team, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in financial processes.

Requirements

• 10+ years of progressive roles with a mix of public experience plus industry, as well as 5 years of management experience
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting or Finance
• Active CPA license
• Expert financial analysis skills and a deep understanding of accounting concepts
• Broad-based operational experience covering all aspects of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close and internal and external audits
• Experience with integrated systems including payroll, vendor management, and billing/accounts receivable
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively with multiple functional areas in a collaborative, team environment
• Ability to champion change by driving support for innovation and organizational changes needed to improve effectiveness and efficiency

Responsibilities

• Leading the execution of the recurring financial month-end close process including review of journal entries, reconciliations, reporting, and ensuring completion in an accurate and timely manner
• Leading technical accounting research, including all new and proposed accounting standards, and preparing technical accounting memos
• Partnering with the Controller and Accounting Manager on the year-end external audit
• Overseeing the preparation of US GAAP financial statements and footnotes and other external reporting deliverables
• Providing oversight and review of customer billing, accounts payable, collections, credit risk, treasury and working capital management
• Identifying and implementing opportunities for process improvement and implementing change to increase efficiency, streamline workflow, and controls
• Partnering with the FP&A team to analyze actual financial results compared to annual budget and quarterly forecasts
• Assisting with the initial implementation and ongoing maintenance of the Company’s system of internal controls
• Maintaining and updating accounting policies and procedures in accordance with GAAP
• Providing quality coaching, leadership, and direction to a high performing team
• Upholding Basis' Manifesto by cultivating and promoting a culture of continued excellence through individual and team growth

Benefits

• Competitive 401k/RRSP matching
• Mental health support
• Funded health savings account
• Paid sabbatical
• Generous parental leave
• Flexible work environment and time off policy