Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Kinaxis is a global leader in modern supply chain orchestration, and they are seeking a Chief Accounting Officer (CAO) as a senior finance leader responsible for building a modern finance operating model. The CAO will ensure the integrity of the financial management framework across various functions and serve as a trusted advisor to the CFO and Audit Committee.
Responsibilities
- Lead the day-to-day operating rhythm of the finance function, with accountability for efficient and accurate close processes, disciplined financial administration, and effective oversight of core accounting operations and global compliance
- Take a modern approach and focus on automation, optimization, and AI where possible, moving from data to insights
- Ensure timely, accurate, and decision-useful financial reporting including external reporting obligations (e.g., OSC and SEC filings and public disclosures), in compliance with IFRS/US GAAP, internal policies, and public company requirements
- Oversee audit readiness, external audit coordination, control certification support (Canada – NI 52-109 requirements, U.S. Sarbanes-Oxley readiness), and the operational processes required to maintain a strong compliance posture across jurisdictions
- Partner with risk management and internal audit
- Partner closely with Sales, Legal, and Revenue Operations to ensure appropriate accounting treatment of contracts and enable efficient deal execution
- Provide structured support and governance to deal desk for complex and non-standard customer transactions
- Ensure alignment between commercial objectives and financial integrity by establishing clear approval frameworks, pricing discipline, and contract structuring guidelines
- Support the CFO in Audit Committee matters and serve as a senior operational counterpart on financial governance, controls, and compliance topics
- Build and lead a high-performing finance organization with clear accountability, strong execution, and a culture grounded in integrity, rigor, and modern, continuous improvement
- Develop leaders across the CAO portfolio, strengthen succession depth, and create an environment that supports collaboration, operational excellence, and modern, enterprise thinking
Skills
- 15 years progressive financial leadership in global enterprise SaaS
- TSX experience required, NASDAQ, NYSE experience highly desirable
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Ability to work at pace, and successful track record of implementing modern and scalable operations
- Deep knowledge of IFRS (US GAAP highly desirable), SOX, and internal control frameworks, including direct experience owning SOX/ICFR programs, with strong command of finance systems, ERP environments including NetSuite, and scalable reporting infrastructure
- Strong understanding of revenue recognition (IFRS 15/ASC 606) and operational finance best practices in a modern SaaS business
Benefits
- Flexible vacation and Kinaxis Days (company-wide days off)
- Flexible work options
- Physical and mental well-being programs
- Regularly scheduled virtual fitness classes
- Mentorship programs, training, and career development
- Recognition programs and referral rewards
- Hackathons
Company Overview
Kinaxis is a leading provider of cloud-based subscription software. It was founded in 1995, and is headquartered in Ottawa, Ontario, CAN, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.kinaxis.com/.