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Controller

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Calgary, AB
Senior level
Calgary, AB
Senior level
The Controller oversees accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls, managing the accounting team while ensuring compliance and accuracy in financial reporting.
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Who We Are

Since 2007, Geoforce has been an industry leader in GPS tracking, providing reliable solutions for over 250,000 assets across 90+ countries. Our comprehensive platform combines rugged GPS devices with advanced software, supported by global satellite and cellular networks. From vehicles to heavy equipment, we deliver the visibility and control businesses need to optimize operations. Trusted by industry leaders like Southwest Airlines, DHL, and SLB (Schlumberger), Geoforce is the go-to partner for smarter asset management. Learn more at www.geoforce.com. 

As a rapidly growing company committed to technology innovation and delivering high value services to its clients, Geoforce is constantly looking for high integrity, well-rounded professionals who thrive on challenges, are fascinated by technology, exhibit passion and pride, and don't mind rolling up their sleeves to get a job done. 

 

Who We Need 

The Controller is responsible for overseeing the company’s accounting operations, including the financial close process, financial reporting, and internal controls. This role ensures accuracy, timeliness, and compliance in all financial reporting and will lead a growing accounting team. The Controller will also lead a team, manage intercompany accounting, support global operations, manage 3rd party accounting firms for foreign locations, and provide guidance on the accounting treatment of recurring revenue and IoT business models. 

 

Job Duties 

  • Lead and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process 

  • Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial statements in accordance with applicable standards 

  • Oversee intercompany transactions, eliminations, and global consolidation 

  • Manage and develop the accounting team, providing coaching and performance management 

  • Maintain and improve internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures 

  • Coordinate with external auditors for annual audits 

  • Partner with FP&A on variance analysis and support strategic initiatives with accurate financial data 

  • Oversee revenue recognition compliance and support subscription/recurring revenue reporting 

  • Manage tax compliance (with external advisors) and support treasury operations as needed 

  • Participate in system and process improvement projects, especially around scaling operations globally 

 

Knowledge and Skills 

  • Strong understanding of intercompany accounting, global consolidations, and FX implications 

  • Experience in IoT, SaaS, or subscription-based revenue environments strongly preferred 

  • Expertise in NetSuite or other cloud ERP systems 

  • Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills 

 

Education and Work Experience 

  • CPA designation required 

  • 8–10+ years of progressive accounting experience 

  • Minimum 5 years of experience managing a team 

 

 

 

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Geoforce Calgary, Alberta, CAN Office

940 6 Ave SW, Suite 810, Calgary, Alberta, Canada, T2P 3T1

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