Job Description

Company Description
About Us: SSENSE (pronounced [es-uhns]) is a global technology platform operating at the intersection of culture, community, and commerce. Headquartered in Montreal, it features a mix of established and emerging luxury brands across womenswear, menswear, kidswear, and Everything ElseTM. SSENSE has garnered critical acclaim as both an e-commerce engine and a producer of cultural content, generating an average of 100 million monthly page views.

Are you a numbers pro with a strategic vision? Do you love seeing your work have a direct impact on the company's success? We're looking for someone just like you for a 12-month maternity leave contract to support our Financial Controller! Going beyond traditional accounting, you'll be a true business partner whose analysis and recommendations will guide our decisions. Join a company where collaboration and innovation are at the heart of everything we do, and where your expertise will be not just recognized, but celebrated.
Responsibilities

• Drive the end-to-end accounting cycle: Take ownership of the month-end and year-end closing processes to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of our financial reporting.
• Turn data into strategy: Produce clear and impactful financial statements that tell a story and help guide the company's future.
• Act as a financial detective: Dive into the numbers to identify trends, provide insightful analysis, and actively help shape business strategies.
• Become an agent of change: Continuously improve our financial processes. Your mission is to find smarter, more efficient ways of working.
• Ensure flawless tax compliance: Manage government remittances with the rigour and proactivity that provides peace of mind.
• Orchestrate the annual audit process: Serve as the main point of contact for our external auditors, making the audit a smooth and constructive experience.

Qualifications

• You proudly hold your CPA designation and a Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• With 3-5 years of experience, you've already made your mark in the financial field.
• You've mastered the MS Office Suite (especially Excel) and can navigate accounting standards (GAAP and IFRS) with remarkable ease.
• Your meticulous nature and critical thinking skills allow you to see what others might miss, ensuring an impeccable quality of work.
• Juggling priorities and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment is second nature to you.
• You know how to translate the complex language of numbers into clear and compelling recommendations, backed by outstanding French communication skills.

Additional Information
Hybrid work schedule
We believe in a balance between in-person collaboration and flexibility. That's why this is a hybrid role, with in-office days on Tuesdays and Wednesdays to connect as a team, and the potential for additional days based on business needs.
Perks And Benefits:

• Extended health and dental benefits, including comprehensive mental health programs and coverage.
• Parental top up program.
• Generous Employee Discount.
• Access to telemedicine and employee and family assistance program.
• Savings and retirement plan matching contributions.
• Gender Affirmation Coverage.
• Opportunity to work with cutting edge technologies and an innovative team that's pushing the boundaries of technology.

SSENSE is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you need special accommodations, let us know. We will do our best to accommodate you!
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