Company DescriptionLumotive’s award-winning optical semiconductor solutions enable advanced sensing and perception capabilities in next-generation consumer, mobility, and industrial automation products such as mobile devices, autonomous vehicles, and robots. The company’s patented Light Control Metasurface (LCM™) beam steering chips deliver an unparalleled combination of high performance, exceptional reliability, and low cost — all in a tiny, easily integrated solution. Lumotive has received measurable industry acclaim including Fierce Electronics’ 2021 Startup of the Year award, CES Innovation Awards in 2022 and 2024, Fast Company’s Next Big Thing in Tech 2023, a 2022 SPIE PRISM Award, and a prestigious Edison Award. Investors include Gates Frontier, MetaVC Partners, Quan Funds, Samsung Ventures, and Uniquest.For more information, find us on the web at www.lumotive.com or on Twitter at @LumotiveLidar.Job DescriptionWe are looking for a Controller in our Vancouver office, who will be a key member of the finance team reporting to the VP of Finance.You are ideally someone who has and wants to continue overseeing all financial accounting activities of the of a fast-paced cross-border company performing the crucial role of maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with accounting principles and regulations (Canada and US), and supporting our executive team in strategic decision-making.Responsibilities include:· Supervision – Lead and supervise a Financial Accountant, provide guidance and support.· Financial Accounting – Oversee the day-to-day financial accounting operations, financial accounting cycle. Monitor financial data and ensure accurate and timely accounting records.· Month End Closing – Lead the month-end closing process, perform month end accruals, reconciliation.· Financial Reporting – Prepare monthly and quarterly financials and relevant reports for executive team’s and board’s review. Collaborate with outside CPA (Canada and US) on preparation of tax returns (Canada and US) and consolidated annual financials.· Budgeting – Assist in budgeting process, work closely with Practice Group Leaders in annual budget development.· Payroll Management – Prepare / Review payrolls for both Canadian and US offices.· Treasury Management – Review bank reconciliations, cash flow management / forecasting. Review / approve AP payment proposals. Liaise with bank managers (Canada and US) to ensure efficient fund management and adherence to banking agreements.· ERP System – Become a “Super-User” of ERP system and provide guidance to all staff members. Lead initiatives to enhance functionalities in the ERP system.· Project Support – Collaborate with Project Accountant to provide guidance to project managers. Assist in reporting, cost/benefit analysis for billable projects.Support proposal managers on bids and proposals. Maintenance of US state business licenses and registrations.Qualifications· Degree in Business majoring in Accounting· A CPA designation is strongly preferred.· Minimum of 5 years accounting experience including supervision of staff.· Proficient in MS Excel, Teams, ERP systems.· Effective communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments.· Problem solver with strong work ethic and a passion for continuous improvement.· Working experience in both Canadian and US is preferred.· Experience / working knowledge and of US financial and accounting practices and requirements is highly preferred.· Experience in professional service firm or project-based environment is preferred.Additional InformationPay range is $120,000 to $140,000 (Canadian) Performance based Quarterly Bonus Equity depending on experience.Benefits· Health Insurance· Dental· Vision· Vacation/Sick leave· Statutory Holidays (per British Columbia ESA -11)· Company paid Benefitso Life Insurance up to $50,000o Long Term Disabilityo Short Term DisabilityLumotive is an equal opportunity employer - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other legally protected status.All your information will be kept confidential.