Controller

Position Overview

• Location Type: Remote
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Salary: Not specified
• BioRender is a company dedicated to accelerating scientific communication and discovery. They are looking for a Controller to lead their accounting function, ensuring compliance and driving growth. This role involves leading a team, overseeing operations, and implementing strategic initiatives.

Requirements

• CPA Designation: Required
• SaaS Experience: Proven expertise in subscription-based revenue models (understanding of SaaS financial practices).
• Systems Automation & Process Improvement: Strong focus on driving automation and continuously improving financial processes.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional ability to convey complex financial concepts clearly to various stakeholders.
• Advanced Excel Proficiency: Strong skills in Excel, including VLOOKUP, pivot tables, and data analysis.
• Technical Tools Experience (Plus): Familiarity with systems such as NetSuite, Stripe, and Salesforce.

Responsibilities

• Lead and Mentor Accounting Team: Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing accounting team of 8, including 5 direct reports, fostering a culture of excellence.
• Oversee Accounting Operations: Manage daily operations, including journal entries, payroll, commissions, accounts payable, accounts receivable, revenue recognition, statutory reporting, banking, and adherence to Canadian ASPE.
• Ensure Compliance: Maintain and enforce internal controls and company policies, updating financial accounting policies as needed.
• Manage Monthly Close: Prepare consolidated financial statements and lead initiatives to identify operational cost efficiencies, meeting deadlines for reconciliations, reporting, and financial analysis.
• System Integration: Lead the automation of accounting system integrations with the CRM, acting as project manager.

Application Instructions

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Company Information

• Mission: To accelerate the world’s ability to learn, discover, and communicate science.
• Product: BioRender – a tool for creating scientific diagrams.
• Recognition: BioRender figures have appeared in more than 54,000 publications! BioRender is loved by millions (world-class NPS and a community of loyal fans in 200+ countries).
• Funding: Backed by top investors and accelerators like Y Combinator.
• Growth: On a growth trajectory.