Global Revenue Controller

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Global Revenue Controller based in Canada . In this senior leadership role, you will oversee global revenue accounting operations and ensure compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). You will lead and develop a revenue accounting team while maintaining high standards of financial accuracy, transparency, and reporting quality. Combining technical accounting expertise with hands-on financial reporting responsibilities, you will manage complex revenue recognition matters and support critical financial decisions. You will collaborate with regional finance teams, business leaders, and external auditors across a global organization. This is an opportunity to drive process improvements, strengthen financial controls, and introduce AI-powered efficiencies into accounting workflows. Accountabilities Global Revenue Controller This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Global Revenue Controller based in Canada . In this senior leadership role, you will oversee global revenue accounting operations and lead a team responsible for accurate, compliant, and timely financial reporting. You will bring strong technical accounting expertise, particularly in IFRS 15, complex revenue recognition, and percentage-of-completion accounting. Working closely with regional finance teams and cross-functional stakeholders, you will ensure consistent accounting practices across the organization.

You will also play a key role in preparing financial statements, resolving complex accounting matters, and strengthening internal controls. Beyond core financial responsibilities, you will identify opportunities to leverage AI and automation to improve accounting processes. This is an excellent opportunity to combine people leadership, technical expertise, and strategic impact within an international business environment. Accountabilities - Global Revenue Accounting: Lead and oversee global revenue recognition activities in accordance with IFRS 15 and internal accounting policies, including complex customer contracts, performance obligations, transaction price allocation, and revenue recognition timing. - Team Leadership: Manage, mentor, and develop the revenue accounting team by setting priorities, allocating responsibilities, reviewing deliverables, and providing ongoing coaching and feedback. - Percentage-of-Completion Accounting: Oversee percentage-of-completion (POC) accounting, including project reviews, revenue recognition, unbilled receivables, and deferred revenue management. - Complex Contract Assessments: Review and resolve technical accounting matters involving non-standard shipping terms, discount incentives, Software Assurance contracts, and other non-standard customer arrangements. - Financial Close and Internal Controls: Oversee revenue-related closing activities, journal entries, reconciliations, and balance sheet accounts. Investigate discrepancies, resolve aged items, and maintain robust internal controls and supporting documentation. - Financial Reporting: Prepare and review financial statement notes, including revenue disclosures, and contribute to quarterly and annual financial reporting requirements. - Technical Accounting: Research complex accounting transactions, prepare and review technical accounting memoranda, and document IFRS interpretations, significant judgments, and conclusions. - Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Sales, Operations, Legal, regional finance teams, and external auditors to address accounting issues and ensure accurate and consistent reporting.