Controller

Project Canary is a SaaS-based data analytics company focused on environmental performance or the E in ESG for energy and additional business sectors. We are the leaders in assessing and scoring responsible operations and provide independent, measured emission profiles, including methane, via high fidelity continuous monitoring technology that helps companies take ESG action. Formed as a Public Benefit Corporation (B-Corp rating score 107), Project Canary’s Denver-based team of technologists, engineers, and seasoned industry operators have earned recognition for their uncompromising standards and high-fidelity data.

Project Canary’s mission is to fight climate change and put actionable insights starting with the energy sector. We ingest data from various sources, including our own proprietary environmental sensors/hardware, to calculate carbon emissions from different facilities in real-time via SaaS. The resulting independent data can inform the procurement of offsets in real-time using microtransactions, formulate a data-driven ESG strategy that investors now demand, improve operations by identifying problem areas in minutes, and bolster customer engagement through radical supply chain transparency.

Founded in 2019, Project Canary, PBC has quickly gained recognition as a major mover in the continuous monitoring space. Here are some highlights from last year:

• Fundraise totaling $121M, Series A of $10M in 2021 and Series B of $111M in 2022
• Certified as a B-Corporation with a score of 107.6
• Recognized as Best for the World (top 5% of all B-Corps) in 2 out of 5 categories
  • Governance (transparency and ethics)
  • Workers (treatment of teammates and culture)

• Additional recognition and awards for our culture (more to come soon!)
• eNPS score of 72 (most recent measurement in Q4 of 2021)
• Headcount growth by 6X and growing
• Revenue growth of 6X and growing

Project Canary’s success is attributed to the motivation, skill, and teamwork of everyone. The team understands the importance of maintaining a culture where relationships are valued, feedback is crucial, and trust in each other and our products/services is paramount. If you enjoy a growth-stage environment, mission-driven work, we want to hear from you.

The Controller will be a part of the finance team reporting to the VP of Finance. This individual is responsible for financial reporting, audits, and controls to ensure financial soundness for the company. A successful candidate will be creative, attentive to detail, a NetSuite expert, willing and eager to learn, and not afraid to jump in anywhere and help push things forward.

Requirements

• Establish systems and procedures to refine accounting practices with a goal of audit-ready for 2022 financials
• Own the financials - lead the accounting and financial tasks including the general ledger, revenue, inventory management and cost of goods sold, AP/AR, research and development accounting, stock compensation, payroll, and cash flow management
• Get the most out of software systems (NetSuite, Airbase, etc.) - track and analyze financial and operational data on a regular basis to help make strategic and tactical recommendations in coordination with leadership
• Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year-end financial and operational reporting
• Work with the Finance Manager to generate forecasts and budgets that reflect company operations and growth considerations
• Interface with all internal divisions of the company and its suppliers/customers, governmental agencies, and professional service providers
• Coordinate monthly/quarterly filings and yearly tax returns, periodic governmental filings, registrations, business and tax licenses, etc
• Coordinate with external accounting firm for income tax preparation
• Other duties that arise during the normal course of business

Education and experience:

• 8+ years of experience in accounting and/or financial management (Series A or B)
• 4+ years of experience working at one of the "Big Four" accounting firms
• Bachelor's degree in finance, business or accounting, MBA preferred
• CPA, required
• Significant experience with NetSuite

Benefits

• Full coverage of health, dental, and vision insurance (low deductibles)401K company match (no vesting period)
  
• Stock options
• Student loan assistance
• Unlimited PTO (minimum rule of taking at least 3 weeks off in a year)
• Company sponsored wellness days (Fall hike, ski/snowboard days and more)
• 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave (gender neutral) including adoptions
• Flex Choice – choice between free parking, free RTD, or wellness assistance
• Pet friendly – dogs only currently
• Salary range: $100,000 - $160,000 annual base
• Flexible work environment - Must reside near Denver

Project Canary provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.