Assistant Controller

ABOUT THIS POSITION 

As the Assistant Controller at Digital Extremes, you will be a key driver of financial integrity and strategic oversight. You will bridge the gap between high-level financial strategy and day-to-day operations. This role requires a high degree of technical accounting knowledge and a strong personal drive.

Reporting Structure: Reports to the Controller; oversees the Accounting Manager and Payroll team.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Financial Analysis & Oversight: Lead comprehensive balance sheet and income statement analysis, ensuring the integrity of the general ledger through rigorous monitoring and review of journal entries and reconciliations.
• Consolidated Reporting: Support the Controller in preparing consolidated financial statements and managing the full accounting cycle.
• Technical Excellence: Lead the accounting analysis for new accounting standards (IFRS).
• Legal & Corporate Records: Oversee the maintenance of legal and corporate records, including the preparation and filing of resolutions, corporate registrations, and annual information filings.
• Payroll Leadership: Assume full purview over the payroll function, including direct management of the payroll team
• Internal Controls: Develop and maintain a robust internal control environment to ensure financial accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Tax Support: Oversee monthly sales tax returns and assist with preparation and review of income tax returns and tax credit applications in Canada and the U.S.
• Strategic FP&A Support: Collaborate with the FP&A team on variance analysis, department-level budgeting, and forecasting.
• Audit Management: Serve as the primary liaison for external auditors, managing the overall audit timeline and final deliverable quality.
• Controller Support & Continuity: Serve as a key support to the Controller, sharing insights to support strategic decision-making and providing coverage to ensure departmental continuity.
• Other duties as required

REQUIREMENTS

• 7+ years of experience, preferably with "Big 4" and industry experience; mandatory CPA designation
• Advanced Excel skills (e.g. PivotTables, conditional formatting, complex nested formulas)
• Experience with Workday financial system is a significant asset.

Core Competencies:

• A strategic thinker with a questioning mind, willing to go the extra mile to get things right.
• Proven ability to independently identify and solve problems with high attention to detail.
• Dedicated self-starter with the ability to effect change and hit the ground running.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; highly organized with an interest in remote collaboration tools.
• Availability to work weekends/holidays occasionally to accommodate month-end deadlines (5th of each month).

ABOUT DIGITAL EXTREMES

Founded in 1993 by James Schmalz, Digital Extremes ranks as one of the world's top independent video game development studios. Originating with the co-creation of Epic Games' multi-million unit selling Unreal franchise including Unreal and Unreal Tournament, Digital Extremes went on to develop Dark Sector, BioShock for the PlayStation3, the BioShock 2 multiplayer campaign, and The Darkness II. The studio has reached its greatest critical and commercial success with the free-to-play action game, Warframe, boasting a global community of 75 million registered players on PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and iOS. The studio's most recently announced project is the much anticipated Soulframe, an open-world action-fantasy MMORPG title that is currently under development.

Digital Extremes is headquartered in London, Ontario, Canada, and is proud to be selected as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers.

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WHY WORK AT DIGITAL EXTREMES
At Digital Extremes, we don't just make games - we craft immersive worlds that inspire and connect millions of players around the globe. Our award-winning studio is home to passionate, creative, and collaborative talent who thrive in a culture of innovation, inclusivity, and respect. We offer competitive compensation, industry-leading benefits, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities to grow your career while working on beloved titles like Warframe  and the highly anticipated Soulframe . Whether you're developing cutting-edge gameplay, designing stunning art, or supporting the teams that make it all happen, you'll be part of a studio where your ideas matter, your contributions are valued, and your work leaves a lasting impact on our community.
Please note, some benefits may be subject to eligibility for employees.

JOIN US
At Digital Extremes, we believe our strength comes from the diversity of our people and the respect we show one another. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a welcoming, accessible, and supportive environment where everyone can do their best work and feel valued for who they are. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including those from underrepresented communities and people with disabilities. If you require accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process, we will work with you to ensure you have the support you need. We truly appreciate your interest in joining our team, and while we may not be able to respond to every application, we will connect directly with candidates moving forward in the process.