Financial Controller

FINANCIAL CONTROLLER Lead Financial Operations in High-Growth Fintech Toronto, Canada
• In-Person Join Snaplii and Shape Financial Excellence About Snaplii Snaplii is one of Canada's fastest-growing fintech platforms, transforming how people pay, save, and earn rewards. With over $70M in annual transaction volume and 200,000+ users across North America, we deliver unmatched utility and loyalty through a single seamless app.

We've ranked as high as #5 on the Apple App Store during peak shopping seasons and consistently remain in the Top 40—driven by a highly engaged, high-retention user base. We support 500+ leading brands including Walmart, Amazon, and Esso, with a platform fully built and maintained in-house.

Position Overview We're looking for a detail-oriented and results-driven Controller to oversee Snaplii's day-to-day accounting and financial operations. This role will be instrumental in ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining strong internal controls, and supporting the company's rapid growth with sound financial management.

The ideal candidate has solid experience in accounting and finance operations within fintech, payments, or high-growth environments, and can balance hands-on execution with team leadership.

Key Responsibilities Financial Operations & Reporting
• Lead all aspects of accounting operations including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and month-end close
• Prepare and review accurate, timely financial statements in accordance with GAAP
• Manage cash flow, reconciliations, and intercompany transactions
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies

Budgeting & Forecasting
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes in collaboration with business unit leaders
• Monitor actuals versus budgets and provide variance analysis with actionable insights
• Maintain strong cost control discipline and assist in optimizing expense efficiency

Internal Controls & Audit
• Design, implement, and maintain robust internal control systems
• Coordinate and support external audits and tax filings
• Drive continuous improvement in accounting processes, documentation, and system automation

Business Partnership
• Work closely with Product, Risk, and Growth teams to align financial tracking with business performance
• Provide financial data and insights that support operational and strategic decision-making
• Assist in evaluating new initiatives, partnerships, and vendor contracts from a financial perspective

Team Leadership
• Manage and mentor accounting and finance team members
• Promote accuracy, accountability, and efficiency across all financial workflows

Ideal Candidate Profile Experience & Expertise
• 6–10 years of progressive accounting or finance experience, preferably in fintech, payments, or e-commerce
• Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, and compliance requirements
• Proven track record managing accounting operations in a scaling business environment
• Startup experience (1+ years preferred)
Technical Skills
• Proficiency with accounting and ERP systems (e.g., Quick Books, Net Suite, or similar)
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills

Qualifications & Certifications
• CPA designation or equivalent is highly preferred

Language Skills
• Mandarin proficiency is preferred

Personal Attributes
• Hands-on and detail-oriented approach
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Position Details Experience Required6–10 years in accounting/finance

Industry Preference Fintech, payments, or e-commerce

Location

Toronto, Canada Work Model In-Person

• $70MAnnual Transaction Volume
• 200K+Active Users Across North America
• Top-40
  
  Consistently Ranked on App Store High-Growth Environment
• Be part of a fintech reshaping financial services across North America with exponential growth potential.
• Your financial stewardship directly enables business growth and strategic decision-making at the highest level.
• Work with a founding team with 10+ years of experience in payments and fintech innovation.
• Lead financial operations and grow your career alongside Snaplii's rapid expansion into new markets.
• Build and optimize financial systems and processes from the ground up in a fully in-house platform.

• CPA designation or equivalent is highly preferred

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