7shifts

Assistant Controller

Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Restaurant Technology, SaaSIndustries

Requirements

Candidates must possess a CPA designation with over 5 years of progressive accounting experience under IFRS or US GAAP, preferably in a tech, SaaS, or high-growth scale-up environment. A strong analytical mindset, 2+ years of people leadership experience, excellent communication skills, a high degree of ownership, integrity, and attention to detail are essential. Experience with NetSuite and the restaurant industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

The Assistant Controller will oversee and improve month-end and year-end close processes, manage core accounting functions including AP, AR, payroll, revenue recognition, and tax compliance. This role involves leading and developing the accounting team, managing equity incentive plans, preparing financial reports and variance analyses, resolving technical accounting matters, coordinating financial statement preparation, and liaising with external auditors. The position also requires leveraging AI solutions to optimize accounting workflows.

Skills

Accounting
Financial Reporting
Month-end Close
Year-end Close
Accounts Payable
Accounts Receivable
Payroll
Benefits Administration
Revenue Recognition
Tax Compliance
Equity Incentive Plans
NetSuite
Stripe
IFRS 15
Variance Analysis
Team Leadership
Coaching
Process Improvement

7shifts

Workforce management platform for restaurants

About 7shifts

7shifts is a workforce management platform designed for the restaurant industry, offering tools for scheduling, payroll, hiring, and compliance. It simplifies the hiring process and includes features for labor law compliance and staff engagement monitoring. The platform's AI-driven auto-scheduling and actionable insights help restaurant owners make informed decisions and improve operational efficiency. 7shifts aims to enhance team retention and guest experiences by addressing the specific needs of restaurant management.

Regina, CanadaHeadquarters
2014Year Founded
$127.4MTotal Funding
SERIES_CCompany Stage
Consulting, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Company Equity
Flexible Work Hours
Remote Work Options
Parental Leave
Home Office Stipend
Professional Development Budget

Risks

Recent layoffs may impact 7shifts' operational capabilities and service quality.
Increased competition from Square's integrations could affect 7shifts' market share.
Dependency on Lightspeed's ecosystem may limit strategic flexibility for 7shifts.

Differentiation

7shifts offers a comprehensive platform tailored specifically for the restaurant industry.
The platform integrates scheduling, payroll, and compliance tools in one seamless solution.
AI-driven auto-scheduling enhances operational efficiency and decision-making for restaurant managers.

Upsides

7shifts ranked 382 on the 2024 Deloitte Technology Fast 500, showing strong growth.
Partnership with Lightspeed enhances 7shifts' integration capabilities and market reach.
Instant tip payouts feature meets high demand, boosting employee satisfaction and retention.

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