Financial Controller

7 days ago

Bastion Square Victoria BC Canada VW J Hololabs Full time
About Hololabs Hololabs is a creative technology studio and solutions partner, bringing interactive, immersive experiences to life with a focus on user engagement and play. Rooted in video game development, we've evolved to lead in immersive entertainment, location-based experiences, and emerging media like virtual and augmented reality. Collaboration is central to our approach; we team up with visionary partners to solve challenges, explore new ideas, and create experiences that resonate with audiences worldwide.
In 2026, we will continue our work with clients in theme parks, virtual and augmented reality and immersive art while developing our own games and experiences.
The role We are looking for a Financial Controller who will work directly with the VP of Operations & President of the company. You will report to the VP Operations and focus on formalizing financial operations and processes within the company. 
What you bring You have a deep sense of ownership over the financial operations of the company, bringing an analytical mind to identify and articulate growth opportunities. You have an interest in video games and immersive entertainment, as well as experience working with software development teams. You enjoy the day-to-day financial operations such as processing invoices and overseeing payroll, and thrive on pursuing optimizations to improve the financial success of the studio.
Core Requirements:
  • Financial Reporting: Prepare, review, and present accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with accounting principles and company policies. 
  • Budgeting & Forecasting: Work with the VP of Operations on the budgeting process, monitor project P&L's, and update forecasts to ensure alignment with company goals and financial targets.
  • Cash Flow Management: Oversee cash management, ensure adequate liquidity for operations, and manage working capital.
  • Month-End and Year-End Closing: Coordinate month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
  • Manage & Run Payroll: Process and run bi-weekly payroll for all full-time employees, as well as invoices for potential contractors. 
  • Process & Submit Invoices: Work closely with the VP of Operations to prepare and submit monthly invoices to clients and continue to track and payments received. 
  • Financial Analysis: Conduct variance analysis to compare actual performance against budgets and forecasts; provide insights to senior management on financial performance and trends.
  • Tax Compliance: Ensure compliance with tax regulations, prepare tax filings, and manage relationships with external tax advisors.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to financial regulations and accounting standards, keeping the company in compliance with relevant laws.
  • Financial Systems Management: Oversee the operation of accounting software systems, ensuring accuracy and efficiency of financial data processing.
  • Strategic Planning Support: Collaborate with the VP of Operations & President in financial planning, analysis, and decision-making to support strategic initiatives.
  • Cost Management: Identify cost-saving opportunities, implement cost control measures, and assess the financial impact of operational changes.
  • Financial Policies & Procedures: Develop and enforce financial policies, ensuring consistent practices across all departments.
  • Risk Management: Identify financial risks and implement strategies to mitigate potential threats to the company's financial health.

Preferred Skills:
  • Experience planning & modeling the growth of small to medium sized software companies.
  • Experience, or an understanding of IDMTC and SR&ED claims.
  • An understanding of software development and the themed entertainment industry.
  • An understanding of provincial and federal grant programs and initiatives.

We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment for employees from all walks of life. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or disability. We hire based on talent, and we're excited to hear what you will bring to our team
Location While we fully support remote employment, we can only consider applicants legally eligible to work in Canada (Citizen or Permanent Resident). Furthermore, candidates must be willing to visit the office in Victoria, BC for on-site meetings from time to time. For the role of Financial Controller, primarily working at the Hololabs office will be crucial.
How to Apply To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. If you don't meet all of our requirements exactly or have taken a non-traditional professional path, we still want to hear from you Use your cover letter to tell us about your unique background, skills, and experiences, and how they make you the perfect fit for this role. We value diverse perspectives and believe that unconventional approaches often bring fresh ideas and innovation to our team. Let us know why you're passionate about joining us and how your journey has prepared you to contribute to our mission.

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