Segment Controller

Location:
Toronto, ON (Hybrid, based in Etobicoke, 37.5 hours/week)

Language:
Excellent written and verbal English communication skills are required.

Duration:
6-month contract

About the Opportunity
Join a well-established organization in the financial services and technology sector where you'll play a key Controller role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and efficiency of financial operations for a growing Fintech business unit. This is an opportunity to step into a high-impact controllership role, supporting critical financial reporting, billing operations, audit activities, and continuous process improvement.

Working closely with finance leadership and cross-functional business partners, you'll lead a collaborative team while helping drive operational excellence. If you enjoy balancing technical accounting expertise with leadership responsibilities and process optimization, this contract offers meaningful exposure and the opportunity to make an immediate impact.

What's In It for You
• Work in a collaborative hybrid environment that values partnership and continuous improvement.
• Gain exposure to a dynamic Fintech business with broad responsibilities across financial reporting, billing, and audit.
• Lead and mentor a talented finance team while partnering with leaders across the organization.
• Contribute to meaningful process improvements and operational efficiencies that create lasting value.

Your Responsibilities
• You'll oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with IFRS.
• You'll lead billing operations, reviewing billing accuracy, resolving discrepancies, and supporting revenue recognition in accordance with contractual terms.
• You'll manage cash posting and cash application activities, ensuring timely reconciliations and accurate financial records.
• You'll coordinate external audit activities, prepare supporting documentation, and maintain strong internal controls.
• You'll coach and mentor members of the finance team, balancing workloads, supporting development, and fostering a collaborative environment.
• You'll identify opportunities to improve processes, strengthen controls, and enhance operational efficiency through automation and best practices.

Skills and Qualifications
• 7-10 years of Finance and Accounting experience in a leadership capacity.
• CPA designation with a strong technical accounting background and comprehensive knowledge of IFRS.
• Experience with ERP systems, including Workday. Experience with SAP, PeopleSoft, or Great Plains is considered an asset.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong analytical skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail, particularly within billing operations and financial reporting.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage competing deadlines, communicate effectively, and build strong cross-functional relationships.

Why Partner with Altis
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We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.