Vention helps some of the most innovative manufacturing companies automate their production floor in just a few days. Vention's online-first manufacturing automation platform (MAP) enables its clients to design, automate, order, and deploy manufacturing equipment directly from their web browser.

Vention is headquartered in Montreal, Canada, with offices in Berlin and Boston, and is used in over 3,000 factories on 5 continents. As one of Canada’s Most Admired Cultures and Great Place to Work, we are a performance driven culture that cares deeply about happiness. We like ambitious goals, facts & data, and constructive debates. But at the same time, we know that we can’t repeatedly push ourselves if we are not surrounded by an uplifting and caring work environment. Those two sides of our culture, feed each other and are safeguarded with the same level of attention. Our values & principles include: 

• We make our clients successful - we do what’s right for our customers, even when it makes our roles more challenging.
• We execute and deliver - we set ambitious goals for ourselves and are energized about meeting them.
• We debate, then commit - we challenge our own perspectives and ideas in pursuit of the best solutions.
• We innovate to inspire - we value innovation in products, user experiences, and business practices.
• We collaborate to achieve more - we work as one team to achieve more than we would on our own.
• We empower our people to reach their full potential - we hold ourselves to high standards but know when to celebrate progress & achievements

This is your chance to BUILD AND TRANSFORM a very successful finance department in the great fast-pace tech environment that is Vention.  This role will work mainly with the Financial Controller in improving the current accounting processes as well as taking part in specific accounting transformation projects. The position includes a full view on the accounting cycle, through the participation and leading responsibilities in period-end procedures and business processes. The candidate will ensure that best practices are maintained and improved and will manage priorities effectively and must therefore be strong in analysis and comfortable with large amounts of data.

More specifically, you will:

• Benefit of the start-up environment and interact with the various departments and stakeholders of the business
• Act as the guardian of the accuracy of the accounting records and prevent discrepancies 
• Build and optimize process within our accounting software (Netsuite)
• Help define and implement new controls across the business departments
• Participate in the monthly, quarterly, and annual closing of books and leading the corresponding period-end tasks
• Building and execute monthly reconciliations of various accounts and analyses
• Manage various reporting requirements, including sales tax reporting to Canadian, German and US tax authorities and build the processes surrounding these various compliance requirements
• Coordinate and be  involved in year-end audit deliverables
• Assist in the special projects of the Finance department (ex: Compliance for a branch outside of Canada, IFRS transition, participating in work sessions to build solid procedures, etc.)

•  Designated CPA (or CPA candidate) with +/- 3 years of experience in in a high volume, deadline driven environment
• Ability to work with precision, attention to detail and the ability to multitask in an organized manner
• Excellent team working skills as well as being able to be reliable to carry out tasks autonomously
• Have a significant interest for problem solving is essential as well as showing initiative and demonstrating ownership for the scope of work
• Demonstrated knowledge  in the full accounting cycle
• Experience working in an IFRS environment is an asset
• Audit experience is an asset
• Strong computer literacy including effective working skills of Excel, Word
• Good communication skills in both English and French
• Experience or knowledge of using Netsuite is an asset

How We Take Care of You

• Flexible paid time off and remote work policies
• Complimentary beverages and snacks so that you are fueled and ready for your day
• Global comprehensive health plans so you feel your best
• Career growth opportunities. Your future matters.
• Fun-filled social events curated based on diverse interests for our team to celebrate together. From sponsored sports teams to trivia nights
• Time off to volunteer and give back to your community.

What to Expect in Your Interview

• Initial Call
• Meet the Team
• Challenge
• Decision & Offer

‍Commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity

Our culture is an uplifting environment for high achievers. The fast-paced, high-performance environment will give you the opportunity to build products, processes and strategies that will have a lasting impact.

When you join Vention, you join a team of professionals with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives. Together, we strive to nurture a supportive and inclusive work environment for all. We push each other to achieve extraordinary results and forge long term relationships as a result of the intensity and passion. 

We’re passionate about helping you do your best work. Claim your seat and find out what you can do!

If you're unsure if your experience perfectly matches our job posting, we encourage you to apply anyway! We are happy to chat and get to know you better while you can understand the role as well.