Financial Controller

Works onsite in Calgary, AB.

Work schedule:

8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. Mandatory in‑office days Monday, Tuesday, Friday. Remote optional days Wednesday, Thursday.

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Financial Controller to own and lead our financial operations and support strategic decision‑making as we continue to expand our business. The Financial Controller will be responsible for financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, and financial analysis to support key business decisions. This role reports directly to the CEO and works closely with the agency’s leadership team to provide financial insight, clarity, and operational discipline.

This is a hands‑on, senior individual contributor role with leadership responsibility. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial environment and enjoys being close to the numbers while helping shape how the business scales.

• Prepare accurate monthly and annual financial statements in accordance with ASPE.
• Analyze financial results, compare with budget, and provide insights and recommendations for improvements.
• Prepare and present financial reporting packages and summaries for the CEO.
• Own and directly execute core accounting functions, including AR/AP, payroll, adjusting journal entries, month‑end close, and related reconciliations.
• Plan and manage cash flow to ensure sufficient liquidity for day‑to‑day operations.
• Oversee the accounts receivable and payable processes, ensuring timely collections and payments.
• Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting process, including variance analysis and scenario planning.

• Develop and implement scalable financial processes, controls, and systems to ensure processes and internal controls are effective and efficient as the business continues to grow and expand.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, tax laws, and corporate policies.
• Work closely with external accountants to facilitate the annual reporting process.

• Partner with the CEO to provide financial insights, modeling, and performance analysis that support strategic and operational decision‑making.
• Support business planning, cost analysis, and margin optimization.
• Provide ad‑hoc financial reporting and analysis to support strategic initiatives.

• Oversee accounting and finance‑related software tools.
• Collaborate on implementation and integration of systems to support automation and visibility.

• Oversee and maintain the company’s HR platform (Rise), ensuring accuracy across payroll, benefits, onboarding, and offboarding.
• Coordinate benefits enrollment, changes, and terminations with providers.
• Support compliance‑related documentation, reporting, and record‑keeping tied to employee data and compensation.
• Partner with the CEO and external advisors on government grants, reporting, and people‑related financial administration.

• CPA designation with 5+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, ideally within a growing business; experience in a digital marketing or professional services environment is an asset.
• Proven experience managing full‑cycle accounting operations and financial reporting in a hands‑on capacity.
• In‑depth understanding of financial statements, budgeting, forecasting, and tax compliance.
• Ability to analyze complex financial data and translate it into clear, actionable insights for non‑financial stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Quick Books Online, advanced Excel/Google Sheets skills, and other supplementary reporting tools.
• High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a proactive, analytical mindset.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; comfortable working cross‑functionally.
• Demonstrated ability to take ownership of a finance function and, over time, help shape and build a finance team as the company scales.

• You don’t just report what happened—you help stakeholders understand what the numbers mean and how they should…