Financial Controller at ShyftLabs

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

3+ years of progressive experience in finance, accounting, or controllership
CPA designation (or international equivalent) strongly preferred
Experience working with multi-entity structures (Canada, U.S., and/or international subsidiaries)
Strong background in financial reporting, forecasting, and project-based accounting
Strong proficiency in Excel
Proficiency with accounting and finance tools (QuickBooks, Xero, or similar)
Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to build processes from scratch
Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where you’ll be both hands-on and strategic
Ability to work independently and on tight timelines

Responsibilities

Track all income, expenses, payroll, and software subscriptions across Canadian, U.S., and Indian entities
Build accurate and timely P&L statements for individual projects, products, and clients
Consolidate financials across entities and ensure compliance with local reporting requirements
Develop financial models, forecasts, and projections for products, projects, and clients
Support leadership with strategic decision-making through data-driven insights
Identify opportunities to improve margins, reduce costs, and optimize operations
Create, distribute, and manage invoices for all clients
Ensure timely collections and vendor payments
Maintain strong cash flow management across all entities
Implement scalable financial processes, tools, and controls as we grow
Partner with external accountants, auditors, and tax advisors to ensure compliance
Serve as the internal go-to for all finance-related systems and reporting

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

P&L StatementsFinancial ReportingFinancial ModelingForecastingProjectionsAccounts PayableAccounts ReceivableCash Flow ManagementComplianceFinancial Processes

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the work arrangement or location policy for this role?

The position offers a hybrid model with 3 days in the office.

What qualifications and skills are required for the Financial Controller position?

Candidates need 3+ years of progressive experience in finance, accounting, or controllership, a CPA designation (or equivalent) strongly preferred, experience with multi-entity structures, strong background in financial reporting, forecasting, and project-based accounting, proficiency in Excel and accounting tools like QuickBooks or Xero, plus exceptional attention to detail and process-building skills.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the company culture like at ShyftLabs?

ShyftLabs is a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where you'll be hands-on and strategic, working with passionate problem-solvers to shape financial systems from the ground up in a growing data product company serving Fortune 500 clients.

What makes a strong candidate for this Financial Controller role?

A strong candidate has experience building processes from scratch, thrives independently in fast-paced settings with tight timelines, and brings expertise in multi-entity financial management across Canada, U.S., and India.

ShyftLabs

Data-driven decision-making solutions for organizations

About ShyftLabs

ShyftLabs helps organizations adopt a data-first approach to their decision-making processes. Their services focus on establishing systems that enable companies to make quicker and more informed decisions based on data analysis. This approach allows businesses to gain insights that can keep them ahead of their competitors. Unlike other companies that may offer generic consulting services, ShyftLabs emphasizes the importance of data in driving decisions, ensuring that organizations can leverage their data effectively to enhance their strategic planning and operational efficiency.

None, CanadaHeadquarters

2018Year Founded

VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, ConsultingIndustries

11-50Employees

Financial Controller at ShyftLabs

Requirements

Responsibilities

Skills

Questions & Answers

ShyftLabs

About ShyftLabs

Benefits

Health Insurance

Hybrid Work Options

Professional Development Budget

Risks

Increased competition from startups offering innovative, cost-effective solutions.

Growing demand for in-house analytics teams reducing reliance on consultants.

Rapid AI advancements may outpace ShyftLabs' current technology offerings.

Differentiation

ShyftLabs specializes in data governance, warehousing, and predictive analysis services.

The firm empowers organizations with a data-first approach for decision-making.

ShyftLabs establishes processes for faster, insightful decisions to outpace competition.

Upsides

Increased demand for data governance due to stricter privacy regulations.

Growing interest in predictive analytics in retail for inventory optimization.

Rising adoption of cloud-based BI tools among SMEs for cost-effectiveness.

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