Controller

• ResQ is looking for a Controller to take full ownership of the accounting function across our Canadian parent and U.S. subsidiaries. This is a high-autonomy opportunity to own the numbers, make technical accounting and compliance decisions, and build the processes and infrastructure needed as ResQ continues to scale across North America
• We understand that joining a team is one of the most important choices you make, and adding a team member is one of the most important choices we’ll make. We want you to get to know us, and we want to understand how you approach problems, learn, and what motivates you
• We thrive on transparency, and we know accounting requires a certain level of ownership, attention to detail, and judgment. Below are some questions to ask yourself to help you decide if this role is right for you at this specific time (and if not, let’s connect later)
• Own the Accounting Function: Oversee daily accounting operations, financial reporting, and consolidation across all business entities
• Lead the Close: Own the timely and accurate execution of monthly and annual financial close processes
• Drive P&L & Margin Analysis: Lead P&L and margin analysis across our service lines, digging into cost of delivery, contractor/vendor payout economics, and margin by line — going beyond a traditional software/SaaS P&L
• Build & Improve Accounting Processes: Maintain and strengthen internal controls, close processes, and accounting systems. We’re currently on QuickBooks, with an eye toward more scalable platforms as we grow
• Oversee AR, AP & Cash Management: Own accounts receivable, accounts payable, collections, and cash management across all entities
• Own Cross-Border Tax & Compliance: Manage U.S. and Canadian tax obligations, including researching nexus requirements, managing registrations, and ensuring accurate state and local sales tax filings and remittances
• Support Financial Planning & Decision-Making: Develop and monitor cash flow forecasts, annual budgets, and variance analyses to support executive decision-making
• Are you nodding your head with excitement at the idea of:
• Being the person who owns the accounting function and makes the call when things get complicated
• Building processes and controls from the ground up rather than inheriting a perfectly established finance function
• Getting into the details of a business that goes beyond a traditional SaaS P&L, including service delivery, contractor economics, and margins
• Navigating the complexities of a Canadian parent with U.S. subsidiaries and figuring out cross-border accounting and tax requirements
• Making the numbers cleaner, the close faster, and the financial information more useful to the business every month

Benefits

• Competitive Salary and Stock Options: Everyone at ResQ is an owner.
• Parental Leave: Babies cry a lot. We want to make sure you don’t too.
• Roam Away from Home: Work anywhere in the world for up to 60 days per year.
• ResQ Slow Work Days: Scheduled slow down days for additional downtime!
• Quarterly Company Outings: Work hard, play harder.
• Comprehensive Health Plans: Full benefits starting day 1.- You already know accounting is about more than getting the debits and credits right
• We care about technical expertise, but just as much about how you approach problems, learn, and take ownership
• We’re looking for someone who can operate independently, make good judgment calls, and build structure where it doesn’t yet exist
• A proactive, roll-up-your-sleeves attitude with a demonstrated readiness to learn and navigate the complexities of our organization
• Direct experience with multi-entity, multi-currency, cross-border U.S.-Canada accounting and consolidation
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including time in a Controller or senior accounting role
• Strong Excel and Google Sheets skills. Looker or Omni experience is a plus
• Comfortable operating without a lot of process already built — you see the gap and build it
• Deep working knowledge of US GAAP or IFRS, specifically around services and warranty-style revenue recognition
• Strong understanding of accounting controls, financial reporting, and close processes
• CPA designation (CPA Canada, CPA US, or equivalent)
• Comfortable managing deferred revenue and liability accruals for service obligations, not just standard SaaS/subscription accounting
• Not Sure You Meet all the Requirements? We know the confidence gap can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates, so please don’t hesitate to apply — we’d love to hear from you!
• Experience with modern accounting platforms (e.g., Rillet or Campfire) or migrating off QuickBooks
• Experience in a trades/field-services or home-services business specifically