Financial controller for a legal services company (remote)

MRF: 367316 Is This YOU? Then We Want to Meet You! The Financial Controller leads our finance function and drives the firm’s financial performance. Reporting to the executive leadership team, this role is responsible for financial management, reporting, controls, and FP&A (Financial Planning & Analysis).

Qualifications & Skills

• CPA designation required.
• Minimum 10+ years of experience in financial management, with a focus on FP&A, accounting, and operations.
• Knowledge and experience with Canadian or American accounting policies and procedures.
• Experience in multi-location businesses, professional services, or law firm accounting is an asset.
• Experience with intercompany accounting is an asset.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting standards, and tax regulations.
• Experience with QuickBooks Online is an asset.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong leadership and communication skills to effectively present financial data to non-financial stakeholders.

Who We Are:

At LTVplus, we’re all about delivering WOW-worthy customer experiences for brands worldwide. We’re a remote-first company with a team spread across the globe, embracing flexibility and diversity in everything we do. We work with various clients, bringing personalized support to enhance their customer experiences.

Responsibilities:

Financial Management & Reporting

• Oversee all accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, reconciliations, and general ledger management.
• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with GAAP.
• Prepare monthly reconciliations for select balance sheet accounts.
• Manage cash flow forecasting, working capital, and banking relationships to ensure financial stability.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations, government audits, financial reviews, and corporate filings.
• Lead and coordinate all financial and regulatory audits and/or reviews, ensuring requests are addressed accurately and in a timely manner.
• Implement and maintain internal controls and financial policies to safeguard assets.
• Responsible for the integrity of all financial information, records, and reporting processes (master data integrity).
• Provide support to employees for ad-hoc requests and expense reports.
• Undertake additional projects, responsibilities and ad-hoc duties as assigned in support of X- Copper’s operational and strategic objectives.

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

• Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial plans to support business growth.
• Conduct financial modeling and variance analysis to assess profitability, cost efficiencies, and investment opportunities.
• Provide financial insights to support business decisions.
• Partner with leadership to identify cost-saving initiatives and revenue optimization strategies.
• Prepare financial dashboards and KPI reports to track performance and key business trends.

Operational & Strategic Support

• Work closely with department heads to streamline financial processes and improve operational efficiency.
• Lead and coordinate external reviews and tax filings.
• Assess and implement technology solutions to improve financial reporting and analytics.
• Ensure financial compliance with provincial and federal laws related to legal services.

Working conditions

The role is full-time (40 hours per week). The candidate must be available to work according to the company's business hours in Eastern Standard Time (EST).

Tech Checklist – Gotta Have It!

• A reliable computer (preferably younger than 3 years) and a stable high-speed internet connection.
• Experience working with Marketplace platforms such as Amazon, eBay, Etsy, Walmart, and Google Shopping Actions, et al.
• A quiet, cozy workspace to handle calls and chats like a pro.

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