7shifts

Assistant Controller

Toronto, Ontario, 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 and at least 5 years of progressive accounting experience under IFRS or US GAAP within 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. The ideal candidate will be collaborative, adaptable, growth-oriented, curious, resourceful, and committed to continuous improvement. Experience with NetSuite and the restaurant industry are considered advantageous.

Responsibilities

The Assistant Controller will oversee and improve month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting. This role involves managing core accounting functions such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, benefits, revenue recognition, and tax compliance. The Assistant Controller will lead and develop the accounting team, manage equity incentive plans, and oversee revenue recognition and system integrations in compliance with IFRS 15. They will prepare financial reports and variance analyses, support technical accounting matters with memos, coordinate the preparation of annual financial statements, and act as a key contact for external auditors. Additionally, the role includes leveraging AI-driven 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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