Head of Finance, Financial Controller

Devoted Studios is a globally remote game development company specializing in Co-development, Porting, and End-to-End Art Production for the global gaming industry. We collaborate across time zones to support projects on all major platforms, engines and styles - from AAA titles to emerging technologies. Our team includes world-class talents who bring deep expertise in external development, pipeline optimization, and creative problem-solving. Whether it's porting games to new systems, enhancing gameplay features, or crafting stunning visuals, Devoted Studios operates as a trusted, flexible extension of our partners' internal teams. We are proud to be the development partner of choice for industry leaders such as: Epic Xbox Meta Obsidian Entertainment Riot Gearbox Software We are hiring a Financial Controller, Head of Accounting to own the company's core controllership function. This is a narrow, high-accountability controllership role. We want a strong finance operator with deep competence in controllership, financial close, financial and management accounting, reporting, and finance systems. For matters outside the Controller's core body of knowledge - such as country-specific tax, local statutory accounting, specialist compliance matters, ERP implementation support, or niche technical issues - the expectation is not that the Controller performs all of that work personally. The expectation is that the Controller remains accountable for the result by selecting, coordinating, and project-managing external specialists effectively, while leading the work to the results. The right candidate is both a strong subject-matter professional in core finance and an effective manager of complex workstreams involving internal stakeholders and outsourced advisors. Key Responsibilities Controllership and financial close Lead the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close across multiple legal entities Own general ledger integrity, balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, deferrals, foreign exchange accounting, and close documentation Maintain a well-structured chart of accounts, accounting policies, and supporting schedules Deliver timely, accurate, audit-ready financial information to the CFO Identify material risks, unusual transactions, accounting issues, and control gaps proactively and solve them Implement effective internal controls over financial reporting Revenue recognition and project accounting Oversee management accounting, work-in-progress, and revenue recognition for a project-based services business Apply appropriate revenue recognition methodology under IFRS 15 and corresponding US GAAP principles where relevant Coordinate closely with delivery and FP&A to ensure project economics are reflected accurately in the accounting records Improve the quality of project-level margin reporting, billing logic, and financial visibility Accounts receivable, accounts payable, cash, and payroll accounting Oversee billing, collections, aged receivables, vendor payables, payment controls, and treasury routines Review and approve daily bank reconciliations, payment journals Act as finance process owner for payroll accounting and ensure payroll journals, taxes, benefits, withholdings, and allocations are recorded accurately Support year-end payroll and contractor reporting requirements in coordination with internal and external providers Intercompany, fixed assets, and consolidation support Oversee group consolidation procedures, intercompany accounting, reconciliations, eliminations, and supporting schedules Maintain fixed asset accounting and depreciation records, accounting for tax differences due to tax and GAAP rules Systems ownership and process design Serve as the finance functional owner for Quickbooks (the first phase) and Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (the second phase) Help lead finance process design, implementation, and continuous improvement in Business Central and related systems Maintain finance master data, policy documentation, and workflows documentation Partner with external ERP consultants, implementation partners, and internal stakeholders to resolve system and process issues effectively Drive automation and standardization across close, reporting, billing, payroll accounting, and project accounting External tax compliance advisor management Coordinate the work of external accounting, tax, payroll, and audit providers across jurisdictions. Support audits and external reviews Own timelines, deliverables, escalation, and quality control for outsourced workstreams Act as the company's accountable finance lead even where specialized technical work is delegated externally Distinguish clearly between matters that should be handled internally as core controllership work and matters that should be referred to specialist advisors Business support Partner with FP&A to improve management reporting, accounting dimensions, and data quality Partner with FP&A to support Power BI or similar reporting outputs for financial and operating KPIs Team leadership Lead, coach, and manage a small accounting team and a network of tax, audit, and implementation partners Set clear expectations for accuracy, discipline, ownership, and timeliness Help build a finance culture centered on rigor, accountability, and continuous improvement Candidate profile You are a senior finance professional with strong controllership judgment, high ownership, and the maturity to manage complex outcomes through a mix of direct expertise and structured delegation. You are comfortable acting as the expert where the subject falls within your core remit, and acting as the accountable project manager where specialized external expertise is required. You are practical, organized, and calm under pressure. You know how to turn ambiguous finance and compliance problems into managed workstreams with clear owners, deadlines, and outputs. Requirements 10+ years of progressive experience in accounting, audit, and controllership Proven experience in a controllership or finance leadership role Prior management experience leading accounting staff and coordinating external service providers or advisors Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central is strongly preferred; implementation or post-go-live optimization experience is strongly preferred Strong technical accounting knowledge under IFRS and/or US GAAP Experience with monthly close, reconciliations, controls, management reporting, and multi-entity accounting Experience in a project-based or services-based business environment is strongly preferred Strong Excel capability and comfort working with structured reporting models Excellent spoken and written English, with the ability to lead meetings, explain technical issues clearly, draft documentation, and communicate effectively with North American stakeholders Current residence in Canada and legal authorization to work in Canada Reliable ability to attend a GTA office / co-working location up to two times per week when requested Preferred qualifications CPA, ACCA, or equivalent professional qualification (preferred, but not a requirement) A Big 4 or comparable audit background is strongly preferred Experience supporting international operations across multiple jurisdictions Experience with intercompany accounting, payroll accounting, and consolidation Experience partnering with FP&A on management reporting and BI outputs What success looks like In this role, success means: a disciplined, predictable monthly close with high-quality, GAAP-compliant financial reporting; strong control over project accounting and revenue recognition; effective use of MS Excel and Dynamics 365 Business Central as core finance platforms; high-quality coordination of external specialists where needed with timely tax compliance; and an accounting department that is well organized, well documented, and is scalable Benefits Why Join Us? We offer: Strong and enthusiastic team - you will have the opportunity for knowledge sharing, learning, and professional self-development. Direct collaboration with the Finance Director. Interesting and challenging tasks - solve diverse and challenging issues of a growing organization Convenient working conditions - remote work and flexible hours А chance to work in a highly professional and dynamic team working in an International Game Production company, attractive remuneration package, and opportunities to develop professionally This is a remote, full-time contractor position We are an equal opportunity company and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for a contract without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.