Accomsure is the first Canadian full service Additional Living Expenses (ALE) Specialist. Accomsure manages the short-term and long-term ALE requirements of policyholders, allowing them to focus on their basic needs while freeing up adjusters and insurance companies to focus on other aspects of the claim. We provide assurance and peace of mind for policyholders and adjusters during catastrophic events such as fire and flood, helping them return to normal as quickly as possible.
The Controller is responsible for leading the company’s accounting operations, financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting, internal controls, and cash flow management. This role supports strategic decision-making by delivering timely financial analysis, strengthening processes and systems, and partnering cross-functionally to improve business performance.
This is an opportunity for a hands-on finance leader to strengthen the accounting function, improve processes, and help scale the business.
Role Responsibilities:
Accounting Operations & Financial Reporting
- Lead the accounting team to oversee the company’s day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
- Own the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring internal and external deadlines are met.
- Coordinate year-end review or audit activities and liaise with external accountants, tax advisors, financial institutions, and other professional advisors as required.
- Coordinate the filing of GST returns and other tax compliance requirements.
- Prepare and review financial statements and ensure compliance with applicable financial reporting standards and company policy.
- Support transactional accounting activities as needed to ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness across AP, AR, payroll, and billing.
- Oversee receivables performance, billing accuracy, and working capital metrics, identifying issues and driving timely resolution in partnership with operations.
Financial Controls, Compliance & Systems Oversight
- Evaluate and strengthen internal controls, processes, and procedures to safeguard company assets, ensure financial integrity, and support compliance.
- Identify and implement improvements to financial systems, workflows, and reporting processes to reduce manual effort, improve accuracy, and support growth.
- Proactively identify risks, exceptions, and opportunities for improvement, and recommend practical solutions to strengthen performance and control.
Accounting Team Leadership & Development
- Lead and develop the accounting team, providing mentorship, performance guidance, and professional development.
- Establish clear roles, accountability, and performance expectations across the accounting function.
- Foster a culture of financial discipline, accuracy, and continuous improvement.
- Partner with operational leaders to provide financial insight, support decision-making, improve profitability, and drive accountability across the business.
Financial Planning, Cash Management & Performance Analysis
- Support and coordinate the preparation of budgets and forecasts in collaboration with the Director of Operations and Finance and department leaders.
- Analyze financial performance against budgets and investigate key variances.
- Monitor cash flow and working capital to support effective liquidity management.
- Develop financial models, reporting templates, and analytical tools to support management reporting, ad-hoc analysis, and financial initiatives.
Education & Qualifications Required:
- CPA designation strongly preferred.
- 5-10 years of progressive accounting experience.
- Public accounting experience is considered an asset, with Big 4 or large regional firm experience preferred. Equivalent industry experience in a growth-oriented environment will also be considered.
- Strong working knowledge of ASPE; familiarity with IFRS or US GAAP is an asset.
- Strong knowledge of full-cycle accounting processes and procedures.
- Strong experience preparing and analyzing financial statements.
- Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks Online and strong Excel skills; experience improving reporting and controls in a small to mid-sized environment is preferred.
- Demonstrated people leadership experience, including coaching, delegation, and performance management within an accounting team.
- Strong cross-functional communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with operations, sales, and project management stakeholders who are not financially oriented.
- Comfortable operating in ambiguity, with the ability to navigate shifting priorities, imperfect processes, and a business that continues to outpace its own infrastructure.
- Experience in a service-based industry such as hospitality, real estate or travel & tourism is considered an asset.
Core Competencies:
- Emotional intelligence and self-awareness
- Leadership and team development
- Coaching and mentoring
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Planning and organization
- Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
- Collaboration and cross-functional partnership
- Conflict resolution and diplomacy
- Adaptability and resilience
- Analytical thinking
- Sound judgment and problem-solving
Why work at Accomsure?
At Accomsure, our work is human-first. We’re often the person on the other end of the phone when someone needs help and that mindset carries into how we treat our team.
We’ve built a culture that’s supportive, down-to-earth, and genuinely fun. The work can be fast-paced, but the environment is one where people look out for each other, celebrate wins, and don’t take themselves too seriously. Here’s a snapshot of what you can expect:
- Flexible Health Coverage – Health, dental, vision and wellness benefits to support you and your family at a level you decide
- Financial Perks & Banking Discounts – Exclusive BMO “Bank at Work” program with fee waivers, credit perks, and mortgage discounts
- Employee Reward & Recognition Program – Earn SureBucks for outstanding work and redeem those for real rewards
- Global Travel Savings – Access exclusive hotel and flight discounts through our IATA and WestJet benefit programs (available from day 1)
- Team Events That Actually Matter – Enjoy BBQs, social events, and seasonal celebrations (yes, partners are welcome!)
- Everyday Savings – Special pricing on dry cleaning through our nearby partner, Tower Cleaners
Note: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the position. The company reserves the right to revise the functions and duties of the position or to require that additional or different tasks be performed.
