Controller

“I’m Seeking a Controller to join our cutting-edge tech company! If you're passionate about strategic financial management and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this role is for you. We need a hands-on self-starter ready to innovate and enhance processes to boost efficiency and profitability. Join our collaborative team and make a real impact!”

• Dan Stannard | Chief Financial Officer

About the Role

Reporting to the CFO, the Controller serves as a key member of the Finance and Admin Team and an active participant in making strategic decisions to enhance business processes and increase organizational efficiencies.

The Controller is responsible for Amii’s full cycle accounting and all financial transactions. The Controller ensures that the books and accounting records are kept in accordance with GAAP and that all financial transactions are documented and supported. The Controller designs, implements, and maintains monthly/quarterly/annual reporting, forecasting, and budgeting standards and processes to ensure compliance and effective business management.

The Controller reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer and completes projects and provides assistance whenever necessary. The Controller also works with the Directors of the various Amii teams to develop & produce monthly reports that assist the Directors in their decision-making and budget/forecasting management in addition to the development of financial modeling for purposes of pricing decisions. The Controller is responsible for leading the annual audit by managing the audit workflow and deliverables while liaising with auditors as required.

The role focuses on achieving excellence in three main accountabilities:

• Stakeholder Satisfaction
• Financial Strategy, Planning, Stewardship and Reporting
• Risk Management

Required Skills / Expertise

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing the comprehensive month-end close process, including the meticulous development and dissemination of monthly management reports tailored for Directors and Program Owners. These reports provide detailed insights into updated departmental revenues and expenses, along with the monthly Amii revenue report, ensuring Directors are fully informed about the revenue generated throughout the month.
• Overseeing the development of the monthly financial presentation for the Executive team highlighting significant information obtained from the Management Reports and identifying and explaining variances that arise from actual financial results.
• Quarterly cash flow projections to the Executive team showing our cash position until the end of fiscal year.
• Preparing financial presentations for the Board meetings.
• Development and maintenance of a comprehensive annual budget model and development of annual budget process with input from each Product Owner.
• Updating the annual budget model for quarterly forecasts throughout the year and development of quarterly forecast process with input from each Product Owner
• Developing product and services financial and pricing models
• Managing the audit and overseeing the preparation of the year-end working papers and schedules.
• Building and maintaining an expense allocation file to aid in fund accounting and reporting to various sources of funding throughout the year.
• Overseeing the bi-weekly payroll reconciliations and reconciling various issues related to RSP, benefits, and vacation pay.
• Records Management - all records such as contracts, agreements, statements of work and NDA’s are accurately filed
• Supporting colleagues, including Product Owners, the CFO, and Grants Officer, in diverse projects that demand financial expertise and insight, offering valuable assistance in navigating financial aspects effectively.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible accounting experience.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in a similar position.
• 2 - 3 years of people leadership supervisory experience
• Professional accounting designation (CPA).
• Highly proficient in MS Office environment, excellent data analysis skills and abilities (must be advanced expert in MS Excel, including knowledge of advanced tools, pivot tables, formulas, and conditional formatting); experience with QuickBooks Desktop is an asset
• Understanding of GAAP (Generally accepted accounting principles), fund accounting
• Knowledge of accounting standards for NFPs, finance, audit, and design, implementation, and presentation of advanced financial and business reporting.
• Experience performing the payroll function and use of payroll software is an asset
• Thorough working knowledge of internal controls and internal control concepts

Attributes and Expectations:

• Highly self-motivated with a desire to contribute to the strategic and financial success of the organization.
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills as needed to support the organization and the role.
• Advanced critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Approaches challenging circumstances and relationships with confidence and initiative
• Strong interpersonal communication skills for effective interactions with internal departments and external stakeholders. Operates with the highest standards of integrity and trust
• Demonstrates exceptional verbal and written communication and presentation skills
• Approaches challenging circumstances and relationships with confidence and initiative
• Successfully manages multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Displays an ability to focus on the big picture without losing sight of the details
• Demonstrates presence, self-confidence, sound judgment, and superior problem-solving ability
• Demonstrates professional maturity, resourcefulness and self-discipline in engaging in the pursuit of the organization’s goals.
• Able to work independently and make informed decisions while collaborating with team members and subject matter experts when appropriate

What you'll love about us

• A professional yet casual work environment that encourages the growth and development of your skills.
• Participate in professional development activities
• Gain access to the Amii community and events

• A chance to learn from amazing teammates who support one another to succeed.

• Competitive compensation, including paid time off and flexible health benefits.

• A modern office located in downtown Edmonton, Alberta.

About Amii

One of Canada’s three main institutes for artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, our world-renowned researchers drive fundamental and applied research at the University of Alberta (and other academic institutions), training some of the world’s top scientific talent. Our cross-functional teams work collaboratively with Alberta-based businesses and organizations to build AI capacity and translate scientific advancement into industry adoption and economic impact.

How to Apply

If this sounds like the opportunity you've been waiting for, please don’t wait for the closing March 23, 2024 to apply - we’re excited to add a new member to the Amii team for this role, and the posting may come down sooner than the closing date if we find the right candidate before the posting closes! When sending your application, please send your resume and cover letter indicating why you think you'd be a fit for Amii. In your cover letter, please include one professional accomplishment you are most proud of and why.

Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada at the time of application.

Amii is an equal opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age or disability. Accommodations for disability-related needs throughout the recruitment and selection process are available upon request. Any information provided by you for accommodations will be kept confidential and won’t be used in the selection process.