Manager, Internal Controls

Tucows (NASDAQ:TCX, TSX:TC) is possibly the biggest Internet company you’ve never heard of. We started as a simple shareware site in 1993 and have grown into a stable of businesses; mobile, internet and domains.

We embrace a people-first philosophy that is rooted in respect, trust, and flexibility. We believe that whatever works for our employees is what works best for us. It’s also why the majority of our roles are remote-first, meaning you can work from anywhere you can connect to the internet!

Today, close to a thousand people work in over 16 countries to help us make the Internet better. If this sounds exciting to you, join the herd!

About the Opportunity

We are looking for a dedicated Manager, Internal Controls to join the Tucows Finance team to support the rapid growth of our businesses. As the Manager, Internal Controls, you will report to the Sr Director, Financial Reporting & Compliance. In this role, you will assume a central role in the ongoing planning and development of the company’s SOX compliance function, focused on evaluating and improving the effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting. You will also be responsible for managing the end-to-end execution of control testing while managing a direct report, and communicating results to the CFO. It is an exciting role for someone ready for a challenge in a hyper-growth environment.

Duties & Responsibilities 

• Conduct tests of designs and operating effectiveness on higher-risk, complex controls. (30%)
• Manage an internal audit specialist to assist in analysis and testing of lower-risk controls. (30%)
• Assist in the update of process narratives and flowchart documentation through control certifications and control owner interviews. (20%)
• Conduct SOX 404 planning activities, including control scoping and review of process narratives. (15%)
• Prepare quarterly progress summaries for the CFO. (5%)

Experience and Qualifications

• Accounting Designation, preferably CPA.
• 4-6 years auditing and internal audit experience. 
• Audit / accounting experience in the technology, telecommunications and construction industries would be an asset. 
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) designation would be an asset.
• Experience with US GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley would be an asset.
• Strong understanding of accounting concepts.
• Experience in a fast paced, computerized, multi-Company, multi-currency environment.
• Experience creating effective written and flowchart process documentation.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel.
• Excellent communication (written and oral), ability to effectively convey information to various levels of staff in a clear and concise manner.

Want to know more about what we stand for? At Tucows we care about protecting the open Internet, narrowing the digital divide, and supporting fairness and equality.

We also know that diversity drives innovation. We are committed to inclusion across race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability status. We celebrate multiple approaches and diverse points of view.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.

Learn more about Tucows, our culture and employee benefits on our site here.