Financial Controller

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SMART Technologies is an award-winning company that collaborates with bright minds around the world who believe in the power of innovation. We’re large enough to do great things but small enough that you don’t get lost in the crowd. Our continued success is possible because of our ‘Best in Class’ culture and unique talents of every individual at SMART.

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, this Senior Manager level role is responsible for accurate, timely, and compliant corporate financial reporting. This role manages the monthly, quarterly, and year‑end close processes for global consolidated financial statements, maintains strong internal controls, and ensures adherence to GAAP and other regulatory requirements.

The Financial Controller leads the preparation of financial statements, supports financial statement audit and tax compliance, and drives improvements in financial processes and systems. Their hands‑on approach ensures consistent application of accounting policies across the organization and serves as the primary liaison with external auditors during annual financial statement audits.

• Serve as a key member of the Finance leadership team, providing financial and strategic oversight of the accounting and reporting functions, including Accounts Payable, General Ledger for our North American and International entities, Financial Reporting, and Internal Controls.
• Act as a hands‑on leader, actively participating in complex accounting tasks while coaching and mentoring team members to build technical expertise.
• Provide oversight and hands‑on support to the monthly, quarterly, and year‑end close processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with US GAAP and internal policies.
• Maintain and continuously improve financial processes, policies, and systems to enhance efficiency and accuracy across accounting operations while considering the needs of both external and internal stakeholders.
• Lead the preparation of financial statements, manage internal and external audits, and ensure timely completion of audit committee materials and reporting requirements.
• Manage relationships with external auditors, international accounting advisers, and other stakeholders to maintain positive and productive partnerships.
• Ensure robust internal controls over financial reporting are documented, tested, and maintained while ensuring compliance with all regulatory and statutory requirements.
• Drive adherence to financial policies and procedures across global operations, ensuring consistency and accountability.
• Monitor and optimize working capital through collaboration with the credit management and FP&A team.
• Mentor and provide ongoing performance management, goal setting, and professional development for the finance team, fostering a high‑performance culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure financial consistency and alignment with organizational objectives.
• Promote and provide constructive feedback and guidance to all members of the team, enabling effective collaboration across all areas and breaking down silos.
• Perform other duties as required to support the finance function and organizational priorities.

• CPA designation required, with proven strong technical accounting expertise.
• Minimum 7+ years of progressive accounting and financial reporting experience, including at least 3 years in a supervisory or managerial capacity.
• Public accounting firm experience (Big Four or equivalent), demonstrating strong technical expertise and client‑facing focus, ideally with international experience.
• Proven expertise in managing financial operations within complex, multi‑entity and multi‑jurisdictional environments (North America and International), ensuring compliance and efficiency in the reporting function.
• Proven ability to lead and coach a team while actively contributing to day‑to‑day accounting operations.
• Background in SaaS and technology‑driven business models, including subscription‑based revenue recognition is an asset.
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