Connecting Talents With Opportunities

Welcome to Catalyst Ventures, a dynamic private investment fund at the forefront of innovation. We specialize in three distinct areas: Software, Placemaking, and Hardware. In the realm of Software, we seek out disruptive tech solutions; in Placemaking, we reshape communities with innovative urban projects, and Hardware is where we invest in cutting-edge physical technology.

Role Description

This is a full-time hybrid role for a Financial Controller at Catalyst Ventures in Kitchener, Ontario. As a vital member of our team, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the financial health and compliance of our investments across Software, Placemaking, and Hardware. Your expertise in general ledger and bookkeeping will be instrumental in our continued growth and success. Key responsibilities will include managing and maintaining accurate general ledger records, overseeing financial transactions, and collaborating closely with teams across all three divisions to ensure seamless financial operations.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will:

• Maintain accurate financial records by establishing accounts, posting transactions, and ensuring compliance with legal requirements

• Develop and implement accounting systems, including charts of accounts and bookkeeping policies and procedures

• Manage subsidiary accounts through verification, allocation, and posting of transactions

• Perform account reconciliations, including balancing subsidiary accounts and preparing trial balances

• Organize and maintain historical financial records

• Prepare comprehensive financial reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local legal requirements, including filing necessary reports and advising management on required actions

• Assist in developing financial models for current investment companies and potential opportunities

• Oversee internal controls for revenue receipts, costs, and budgets, monitoring actual expenditures for teams and the organization

• Establish financial and operating benchmarks, creating budgets and implementing program monitoring and reporting standards on biweekly, monthly, and annual bases

• Develop and enforce internal controls to maximize protection of company assets, policies, procedures, and workflows

• File HST and corporate tax returns with the CRA as required by law

• Draft and generate year-end financial statements

• Provide contract administration support, ensuring adherence to financial obligations and terms, and assist in overseeing contract-related financial processes

• Support portfolio companies in financial management tasks as needed

Work Hours & Benefits

Catalyst Ventures maintains a work from home policy and unlimited vacation time. We offer highly competitive compensation packages tailored to your previous experience and the value you bring to our team.

Education, Experience, & Required Licensing

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field

• CPA is a major plus

• 3-8 years previous experience required

• Experience in working with multiple legal entities under different legal umbrellas