Financial Controller (CPA)

Company Overview

Gastronomous is a fast-paced, dynamic company focused on revolutionizing the quick-service restaurant (QSR) industry. Gastronomous realizes the “Kitchen of the Future” through advanced industrial automation techniques and cutting-edge technologies. Click here to see our team in-action.

We are a no-nonsense team of passionate, execution-driven people. We believe that our ability to deliver, not just dream, sets us apart. Internally and externally, we do what we say we’re going to do. Our team members are empowered to act independently, make practical decisions, and move fast. We trust our people - and we build the future, one deployment at a time.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and CPA-designated Controller to own accounting, financial reporting, and financial controls as we scale manufacturing and expand in the United States. Working closely with leadership, operations, and engineering, this role oversees the full accounting cycle for our Canadian parent company and US subsidiary, and serves as a key partner on budgeting, cash flow, and growth decisions.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead the month-end and year-end close for Gastronomous Technologies Inc. and Gastronomous Technologies USA Inc., including consolidation and intercompany reconciliation.
• Prepare accurate and timely monthly financial statements and management reports for leadership and the board.
• Own the annual budget and rolling forecasts, and track performance against plan.
• Manage cash flow forecasting, banking relationships, and working capital.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll accounting, and expense processes, and coach the team supporting them.
• Coordinate the annual audit or review engagement with external accountants.
• Manage Canadian and US tax compliance, including HST/GST, US sales tax, corporate filings, and SR&ED claims, in partnership with external advisors.
• Track and report on government grants and funding programs, including claims, financial reporting, and compliance requirements.
• Support inventory and product costing for manufacturing, including bill of materials (BOM) costing and margin analysis.
• Build and maintain internal controls, accounting policies, and scalable processes as the company grows.
• Partner with operations, engineering, and sales on pricing, capital purchases, and business cases.

Education Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, commerce, or a related field, and a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation in good standing.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 2 years in a Controller, Assistant Controller, or senior accounting role, in the following areas:

Accounting & Financial Reporting

• Hands-on experience owning the full month-end and year-end close and preparing financial statements.
• Strong working knowledge of ASPE and/or IFRS.
• Experience preparing budgets, forecasts, variance analysis, and management reporting.
• Experience coordinating external audits or review engagements.

Tax & Compliance

• Strong knowledge of Canadian tax compliance, including HST/GST and corporate tax filings.
• Experience designing and maintaining internal controls and accounting policies.
• Experience with SR&ED claims and government grant reporting is considered an asset.

Manufacturing & Multi-Entity Accounting

• Experience in a manufacturing, hardware, or technology company, ideally at a growth stage, is considered an asset.
• Experience with inventory accounting, standard costing, or product costing.
• Exposure to US GAAP, US sales tax, or multi-entity and cross-border consolidation is considered an asset.

Computer & Technical Requirements

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with cloud accounting software (QuickBooks Online, NetSuite, or similar).
• ERP implementation experience is considered an asset.

Additional Information

Benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Parking available

If you are a hands-on finance leader who wants to build scalable processes at a fast-growing robotics company, we encourage you to apply.

We look forward to reviewing your application and welcoming a talented new team member to Gastronomous!

Gastronomous welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.