Controller

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Geotab is seeking a Controller who will manage the company's accounting functions, and ensure the establishment and maintenance of sound accounting principles, practices, and procedures. If you love technology, and are keen to join an industry leader — we would love to hear from you

As a Controller your key area of responsibility will be accurate financial reporting, including analysis, budgeting, and forecasting for the specific entity or area. Reporting to the Associate Vice President of Finance, you will be contributing to the overall effectiveness of the group's financial control environment, supporting in preparing consolidated financial information and providing strategic financial insights. You will need to work closely with the Group Controller to review the year-end group financial statements and audit by preparing entity-specific financial schedules, providing detailed explanations for significant variances, and responding to auditor inquiries related to their assigned entity's financial data.

To be successful in this role you will deal with large volumes of data, multiple deadlines, and various tasks simultaneously. In addition, the successful candidate will have strong written and verbal communication skills which is essential to convey financial information effectively, explain complex concepts, and collaborating with others.

• Prepare monthly financial statements and coordinate month end close process within assigned entities.
• Ensure all balance sheet accounts are properly reconciled and supported within assigned entities.
• Assist the Group Controller with the year-end group financial statements and audit by preparing entity-specific financial schedules, providing detailed explanations for significant variances, and responding to auditor inquiries related to their assigned entity's financial data.
• Coordinate and support the annual statutory audit for the assigned entity, providing all necessary documentation, schedules, and explanations to local auditors to ensure timely completion and compliance with local accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Manage daily cash positioning and short-term liquidity for the assigned entity, ensuring optimal working capital levels.
• Monitor overall expenses for accuracy and reasonableness.
• Prepare ad hoc financial reports.
• Provide strategic input and analysis on process improvements or business initiatives.
• Assist the tax team with entity-specific tax reporting requirements, including providing relevant financial data and supporting documentation for sales and corporate income taxes for their assigned entity.
• Support Geotab global strategic initiatives.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• An equivalent combination of education and/or relevant work experience in a related field may be considered.
• 8+ years experience in progressive accounting roles.
• 3-5 years experience in developing and managing teams.
• 1-3 years experience in strategic planning and cross-functional collaboration.
• 0-1 years experience in Financial reporting tools, ERP systems, or other financial technologies.
• Analytical and problem solving skills.
• CPA Certification or regional equivalent is an asset.

Please note: Geotab does not accept agency resumes and is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Please do not forward resumes to Geotab employees.

• Flex working arrangements
• Home office reimbursement program
• Baby bonus & parental leave top up program
• Online learning and networking opportunities
• Electric vehicle purchase incentive program
• Competitive medical and dental benefits
• Retirement savings program
• The above are offered to full-time permanent employees only

At Geotab, we have adopted a flexible hybrid working model in that we have systems, functions, programs and policies in place to support both in-person and virtual work. However, you are welcome and encouraged to come into our offices as often as you like. When working from home, you are required to have a reliable internet connection with at least 50mb DL/10mb UL. Virtual work is supported with cloud-based applications, collaboration tools and asynchronous working. The health and safety of employees are a top priority. We encourage work-life balance and keep the Geotab culture going strong with online social events, chat rooms and gatherings. Join us and help reshape the future of technology

We believe that ensuring diversity is fundamental to our future growth and progress and is an integral part of our business. We believe that success happens where new ideas can flourish – in an environment that is rich in diversity and a place where people from various backgrounds can work together. Geotab encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to accommodating people with disabilities during the recruitment and assessment processes and when people are hired. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application process or want more information about our diversity and inclusion as well as accommodation policies and practices, please contact us at By submitting a job application to Geotab Inc. or its affiliates and subsidiaries (collectively, "Geotab"), you acknowledge Geotab's collection, use and disclosure of your personal data in accordance with our Privacy Policy.