Job Summary: Job Description: Who We Are Modaxo Inc. dba as Trapeze is part of Modaxo’s transit portfolio, and an operating group of Constellation Software Inc. We design and deploy best-in class technologies like enterprise asset management, workforce management, mobility solutions, and more for public transportation agencies. Our technology helps our customers find new ways to increase ridership, improve passenger experience, and achieve operational excellence. At Trapeze, we strive to ensure our employees succeed in all aspects of their career. Our culture provides individuals with ability and opportunity to collaborate, learn and grow. We will provide you with the resources, responsibilities, guidance, and freedom needed to be successful. Building strong and long-lasting relationships are a vital component to working with us. Join our team and be on the way to a rewarding and fulfilling career! As a Controller, you will be responsible for overseeing the entirety of the financial operations, including compliance, tax, audit, and reporting. Additionally, you will oversee month -end close processes, balance sheet reconciliations, and working capital management. Your analytical skills will be crucial in analyzing data from various databases to support strategic decision-making. This role will report into the Director of Finance and will be a key member in leading the finance and accounting team. You will play a pivotal role in team building, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting and providing valuable insight and financial analysis to senior management to support the company’s growth objectives. Primary Responsibilities: Own the month end processes, ensuring timely and accurate reports and reconciliations are performed and assisting the finance and accounting team on resolving month end issues. Support, mentor and lead Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions to ensure timely payments and collections, proper controls and policies are in place and reporting is accurate and available to the business for timely decision making. Manage day-to-day banking operations and assist parent company/intercompany as needed in cash transactions. Support the accounting team in the timely reporting and maintenance of US and Canadian sales tax by province/state as well as corporate tax; transfer pricing and reporting requirements. Provide leadership, guidance and coaching to direct reports, ensuring continual development, performance expectations and engagement, performance reviews and goal setting, and fostering a collaborative team environment Have complete ownership and comprehension of the Balance Sheet- review GL reconciliations and workbooks for accuracy etc. Collaborate with Finance Business Partners in the forecasting processes, providing accurate an insightful information and projections. Have thorough, detail comprehension and practice of revenue recognition practices and compliance with various accounting standards. Drive database management and data integration efforts Identify opportunities to automate and streamline the finance and accounting process, leading process improvement projects, research, and training, and developing pragmatic policies and procedures. Effectively communicate and partner with upper management in many aspects of our business. Participate and support in internal and external audits Identify, recommend, and implement improvements to finance and accounting processes to drive efficiency and maintain high standards of accuracy. Build strong partnerships with senior leaders, clearly communicating financial results, risks, and opportunities. Take part in special projects and other ad hoc work as needed to support the company’s goals. What You’ll Need to Succeed: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Management CPA designation (Firm experience is an asset) Thorough knowledge/expertise in accounting principles, revenue recognition, and financial reporting (IFRS/US GAAP) Proven track record of leading month-end close, year-end audits, driving process improvements and enhancing financial performance Demonstrated experience with ERP systems and business intelligence software. Minimum of 5+ years accounting or finance experience, preferably in a software industry with at least 3+ years in a management position Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail and the ability to translate financial data into actionable insights. Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains, BPC and/or OpenAir an asset Attention to detail, timeliness on delivering commitments, and the ability to handle multiple tasks Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to motivate and lead a team. Worker Type: Regular Number of Openings Available: 1 Here at Trapeze, we strive to ensure that our employees succeed in all aspects of their career. Our culture provides individuals with the ability and opportunity to collaborate, learn and grow. We encourage our employees to openly contribute ideas, whether you are a student, graduate, or current member of the team. From day one, you will be assigned tasks that are meaningful to both the success of our business and your career development. Building strong and long-lasting relationships are a vital component to working with us. The connections you create, will be with individuals who care about your success and are driven to make a difference. We will provide you with the resources, responsibility, guidance and freedom needed to be successful. You can join our team today and create a long-term gateway to a fulfilling career. We offer opportunities to work in various locations, move departments and expand your responsibilities. At Trapeze we won’t just give you a job, we will welcome you to a team who opens doors to endless possibilities. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted. *Professional recruiting agents or consultants need not call. Trapeze is an equal opportunity employer, we recruit, hire, train, promote and provide all other privileges of employment to qualified people without regard to age, race, color, creed, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, disability, marital status, veteran status, citizenship status, ethnicity, familial status, religion, sexual orientation or any other classification for which discrimination is prohibited. Please inform us if you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation. Trapeze Group works with public transit agencies and their communities to develop and deliver smarter, more effective public transit solutions. For more than 25 years we have been Here for the Journey, evolving with our customers around the world to helping them move people from point A to Z, and everywhere in between. Learn more about working @ Trapeze
