Controller
SaaS & Professional Services (Business Central / inecta Food)
Location: Remote (Anywhere in Canada or US)

About inecta Food

inecta Food has proudly led the food and beverage industry for 20 years, providing inclusive, full-spectrum cloud-based food ERP solutions brands can trust. Our customer base has expanded to multi-national & international brands around the globe, connecting thousands with the technology they need to grow their businesses in success. At the heart of every company are its people. We’re committed to being the most intuitive and simple solution on the market, providing 24/7 support to businesses worldwide. Our software offers multi-layered functionality, including accounting, reporting, production control and much more. Midsize and enterprise companies can also take advantage of inecta’s library of demand planning and business intelligence tools, which work actively to optimize inventory usage and gain visibility into all aspects of operations on a global scale.

As we continue to grow, we are seeking a Controller who can combine strong accounting leadership with deep ERP and systems understanding.

Role Overview

The Controller is the owner of accounting integrity, close, and accounting compliance for a SaaS and professional services company. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, proper revenue and prepaid cost accounting, strong internal controls, and effective partnership with systems, reporting, and delivery teams. This is a hands-on leadership role suited for someone who is comfortable operating in the details, understands Business Central deeply, and can act as a trusted internal advisor across Finance, Systems, and Operations.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting Leadership & Close

Oversee accounting for a multi-national legal entity structure, including separate books for our US, Canada, and India entities
Ensure accurate intercompany accounting, eliminations, and reconciliations across entities
Coordinate the monthly consolidation process, rolling up U.S., Canada, and India results into consolidated U.S. financial reporting
Ensure consistent accounting policies and close standards are applied across all entities
Partner with the CFO and external advisors on cross-border accounting considerations, including currency, statutory requirements, and intercompany arrangements
Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process and ensure timely, accurate issuance of departmental financial statements
Review and approve journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations, and ensure quality control over all financial transactions and reporting.
Coordinate and support the preparation of Ops Targets, company budgets, and financial forecasts
Oversee balance sheet reconciliations, including the preparation and review of supporting schedules, and review results with the CFO.
Build strong working relationships across Finance, Systems, Delivery, and Operations
Act as a trusted advisor to the CFO on accounting, risk, and scalability

Service and SaaS Revenue, Deferrals & Prepaids

Oversee accounting for annual and multi-period SaaS contracts
Manage deferred revenue arising from upfront customer license payments
Manage prepaid expenses, particularly vendor licenses paid upfront (e.g., Microsoft Business Central)
Oversee weekly service billings based on timesheet entries and contract billing terms
Ensure proper revenue and cost recognition in accordance with accounting standards Partner with Sales, Delivery, and Operations to ensure contract terms are accurately reflected in accounting
Ensure accurate dimensional posting of revenue, costs, and expenses, including by department, group, team, resource, project, and client.

Vendors & Accounts Payable

Oversee vendor setup, accounts payable processes, and approval workflows
Ensure appropriate controls exist for vendor creation, invoice processing, and payment approvals
Review A/P aging and support timely vendor payments while maintaining cash controls
Partner with Finance Operations and IT to ensure ERP workflows and permissions support proper segregation of duties
Resolve escalated vendor issues and payment inquiries as needed

Billing & Accounts Receivable

Oversee billing and accounts receivable processes
Ensure billing aligns with contract terms, SaaS licensing arrangements, and service delivery
Review A/R aging, credit balances, and collection trends
Support resolution of escalated customer billing and payment issues
Ensure proper application of customer payments and credits

Cash & Banking

Oversee cash management, banking relationships, and treasury-related processes
Review and approve bank reconciliations and cash-related journal entries
Monitor cash balances, liquidity, and short-term cash needs in partnership with the CFO
Ensure appropriate controls exist over cash receipts, disbursements, and bank access
Support setup and maintenance of bank accounts, signatories, and user permissions
Partner with Finance Operations and IT to ensure secure banking integrations and access controls
Provide cash visibility and reporting to support management decision-making

Payroll

Oversee payroll accounting and controls in partnership with HR
Review payroll-related journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations
Ensure payroll processes align with approved compensation and benefit programs
Support compliance with payroll-related reporting and regulatory requirements
Maintain appropriate separation between payroll processing and payroll accounting

Compliance, Tax & Audit

Coordinate regulatory and statutory financial reporting
Oversee provincial and state tax compliance filings including sales tax
Manage and support the annual financial reviews and audits
Research and apply technical accounting guidance as needed
Maintain compliance with applicable accounting standards and reporting requirements

Internal Controls, Risk & Insurance

Develop, document, and maintain accounting policies and procedures
Strengthen internal controls, particularly around cash, A/R, A/P, payroll, deferred revenue, and prepaids
Ensure confidentiality and protection of PII and other sensitive information
Manage corporate insurance policies and ensure appropriate coverage

ERP, Systems & Process Ownership

Partner with Finance, Ops, IT, and Delivery teams on system configuration and enhancements
Contribute to ERP customization initiatives by:
- Writing and reviewing functional requirements and user stories
- Validating accounting workflows and controls
- Participating in testing and acceptance
Ensure accounting requirements are accurately reflected in system design and processes

Qualifications

Required

Proven experience as a Controller or senior accounting leader
7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience
Degree in Accounting or related field
Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial statement preparation
Hands-on experience owning month-end and year-end close
Experience in a technology, SaaS, or ERP-centric environment
Strong understanding of deferred revenue and prepaid expense accounting
Advanced ERP user skills with experience owning or administering accounting workflows
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently in a fully remote environment

Strongly Preferred

Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, NAV, and/or inecta Food
Prior involvement in ERP implementations or internal ERP rollouts
Experience writing functional requirements or user stories for ERP customization
Comfort partnering with consulting, delivery, or product teams
CPA or equivalent designation

What We Offer

Fully remote role (US or Canada)
Competitive salary and performance-based bonus opportunity
Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance
Paid time off
401k (US) or RRSP (Canada)
Direct partnership with CFO and leadership team
Meaningful ownership in a growing, ERP-driven SaaS organization

Why This Role Is Unique

Pure SaaS + Services model (no inventory)
High-impact ownership of deferred revenue and prepaid licensing
Deep integration with Business Central and ERP workflows
Opportunity to influence systems, process, and scale, not just close
Clear authority without unrealistic scope

Compensation
United States (Fully Remote)
Base Salary

$120,000 - $135,000 USD

Bonus

5 - 10% annual performance bonus tied closely with quality and audit readiness

Canada (Fully Remote)
Base Salary

$130,000 - $150,000 CAD

5 - 10% annual performance bonus tied closely with quality and audit readiness

inecta Food is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Our goal is to provide an inclusive environment for all to succeed. We work with candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process to ensure that they have what they need to be at their best. Please reach out to Human Resources should you require accommodation during the recruitment process.

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