Director, Finance & Controller

About AlayaCare

At AlayaCare, we’re more than just a fast-growing SaaS company; we’re a team of people passionate about transforming home healthcare. Our cloud-based platform empowers care providers around the world to deliver better outcomes for their clients. With 550+ employees across Canada, the US, Australia, and Brazil, we’re united by a shared mission and a strong culture of transparency, growth, and human connection. Whether you're early in your career or a seasoned expert, AlayaCare offers the opportunity to grow your impact, your skills, and your career.

About the Role

The Director, Finance & Controller (Global Corporate Controller) oversees the financial integrity of AlayaCare on a global scale. This role leads our corporate accounting and financial reporting function, including strategic financial planning, consolidated reporting under IFRS, tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions, and continuous improvement of our accounting processes. You will partner closely with the VP, Finance and cross-functional leaders to provide accurate financial analysis, effective risk management, and sound policies that support AlayaCare’s long-term growth. The Director, Finance & Controller leads a team of 4–7 direct reports and up to 10 indirect reports across North America and Australia/New Zealand.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the preparation of quarterly and annual consolidated financial statements under IFRS, including cash flows, note disclosures, MD&A and earnings releases.

• Serve as the key point of contact for external auditors, overseeing preparation, coordination and support for all external audits.

• Oversee the month, quarter and year-end close and reporting processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness and compliance with IFRS.

• Provide technical accounting guidance and position papers for new, complex or non-standard transactions across North America and ANZ, ensuring consistent policies and treatments.

• Collaborate closely with the FP&A team on monthly reporting, analysis and insights that inform strategic decision-making.

• Lead, coach and develop a high-performing accounting team, including direct and indirect reports across regions, and support recruitment and onboarding of new team members.

• Oversee weekly payment runs, including review of expense reports and vendor invoices to ensure timely and accurate disbursement of funds and strong controls.

• Ensure compliance with income and sales tax requirements across Canada, the US and ANZ, coordinating with external consultants and overseeing related filings.

• Manage stock-based compensation accounting under IFRS, including accounting entries, vesting events and related employee documentation.

• Drive continuous improvement of financial policies, processes and systems to promote financial health, optimize cost structures and mitigate financial risks globally, while supporting the VP, Finance with ad hoc projects and strategic initiatives.

What You Bring to the Team

• 8–10 years of experience in global financial management and corporate accounting roles, including leadership of a corporate controllership or equivalent function.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field and a recognized CPA designation (or international equivalent).

• Deep knowledge of IFRS, tax regulations and external financial reporting requirements for multi-entity, multi-jurisdiction organizations.

• Proven experience preparing consolidated financial statements, leading audits and partnering with external auditors.

• Strong experience with financial modelling, forecasting and analysis to support strategic decision-making.

• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to inspire, coach and develop a high-performing finance and accounting team across regions.

• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities, with strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders globally.

• Big 4 audit experience and familiarity with the SaaS industry, ideally including NetSuite and Shareworks or similar systems.

Location and Work Model

This role is based in the Greater Toronto Area. At AlayaCare, our hybrid model includes set in-office collaboration days, and it is expected that team members are present in the office on those days to foster connection, innovation and teamwork.

Why Join AlayaCare?

Work With Purpose
At AlayaCare, you’ll help build technology that empowers care providers and improves outcomes for patients and families. Every decision you make and every process you improve contributes to making care more connected, accessible and human.

Grow in a High-Trust Culture
We believe in transparency, feedback and assuming positive intent. Here, you’ll feel safe to share your ideas and career goals, and be supported to achieve them through mentorship, career mobility and a promote-from-within philosophy.

Balance That Works for You
We value flexibility and well-being. From Wellness Fridays to volunteer time off to flexible vacation, we make sure you have the space to recharge, contribute to your community and live your best life.

Benefits That Matter

• Equity in a well-funded, scaling company.

• Comprehensive health benefits, telemedicine and lifestyle spending accounts.

• Parental leave top-up and family support programs.

Inclusive by Design
We celebrate diverse perspectives and foster belonging through our DEIB initiatives. Employee-led events, summits and social activities, both in person and virtual, create meaningful connections across our global teams.

Ready to Join Us?

Apply today and be part of a company that makes a real difference in the future of home and community care. Not the right role for you? Share this posting with someone who might be a great fit.

AlayaCare uses AI tools during our hiring process to support fair, consistent and objective decision-making. Some initial screening steps may be automated to help identify qualified candidates. If your application is declined automatically, you may request a human review. We’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone belongs. If you require accommodation during the application process, please reach out to careers@alayacare.com