[Remote] Chief Accounting Officer - CAN

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Kinaxis is a global leader in modern supply chain orchestration, and they are seeking a Chief Accounting Officer (CAO) as a senior finance leader responsible for building a modern finance operating model. The CAO will ensure the integrity of the financial management framework across various functions and serve as a trusted advisor to the CFO and Audit Committee.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operating rhythm of the finance function, with accountability for efficient and accurate close processes, disciplined financial administration, and effective oversight of core accounting operations and global compliance
• Take a modern approach and focus on automation, optimization, and AI where possible, moving from data to insights
• Ensure timely, accurate, and decision-useful financial reporting including external reporting obligations (e.g., OSC and SEC filings and public disclosures), in compliance with IFRS/US GAAP, internal policies, and public company requirements
• Oversee audit readiness, external audit coordination, control certification support (Canada – NI 52-109 requirements, U.S. Sarbanes-Oxley readiness), and the operational processes required to maintain a strong compliance posture across jurisdictions
• Partner with risk management and internal audit
• Partner closely with Sales, Legal, and Revenue Operations to ensure appropriate accounting treatment of contracts and enable efficient deal execution
• Provide structured support and governance to deal desk for complex and non-standard customer transactions
• Ensure alignment between commercial objectives and financial integrity by establishing clear approval frameworks, pricing discipline, and contract structuring guidelines
• Support the CFO in Audit Committee matters and serve as a senior operational counterpart on financial governance, controls, and compliance topics
• Build and lead a high-performing finance organization with clear accountability, strong execution, and a culture grounded in integrity, rigor, and modern, continuous improvement
• Develop leaders across the CAO portfolio, strengthen succession depth, and create an environment that supports collaboration, operational excellence, and modern, enterprise thinking

Skills

• 15 years progressive financial leadership in global enterprise SaaS
• TSX experience required, NASDAQ, NYSE experience highly desirable
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to work at pace, and successful track record of implementing modern and scalable operations
• Deep knowledge of IFRS (US GAAP highly desirable), SOX, and internal control frameworks, including direct experience owning SOX/ICFR programs, with strong command of finance systems, ERP environments including NetSuite, and scalable reporting infrastructure
• Strong understanding of revenue recognition (IFRS 15/ASC 606) and operational finance best practices in a modern SaaS business

Benefits

• Flexible vacation and Kinaxis Days (company-wide days off)
• Flexible work options
• Physical and mental well-being programs
• Regularly scheduled virtual fitness classes
• Mentorship programs, training, and career development
• Recognition programs and referral rewards
• Hackathons

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