Controller

ABOUT Q-BLOCK COMPUTING

Q-Block Computing Inc. is a home for the curious mind and unconventional thinking. We approach high-impact problems at the forefront of science and engineering. We pride ourselves by embracing risk, but with humility to move on at times.

Everyone talks about taking risks, but the very essence of taking a risk is that not everything we do will work out at the end. We find deep meaning in the pursuit of an idea larger than ourselves, with a real possibility of failure.

At the core of our culture, we are people who enjoy solving today’s most demanding challenges in Science and Technology. We are brutally honest. We are not afraid to admit that universal quantum computers of the future may not yield the kind of economic impact as often portrayed in the media. Instead, we strive to realize fault-tolerant quantum systems from the elementary building block of nature, atoms and photons, because we find such a possibility interesting and intriguing. Programmable quantum systems allow us to probe the computational power available in Nature and help us understand the physical laws in terms of informational quantities.

We think about big questions at the forefront of our understanding, and we make tools enabling us to investigate the mysteries of our universe. Our business proposition is simple. The tools we develop in the pursuit of our sciences are useful in society with unparalleled return. We commercialize these tools (Q-block modules) for us to reach the scale needed for taking on big questions. Our quantum-inspired hardware solutions will find the critical applications for the betterment of our society.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This is a newly created role driven by organizational growth! The Controller is a critical pillar that supports the organization’s goals of continued success and future growth. Reporting directly to the owners of the company, this role will initially be a stand-alone, full cycle position and will have a wide array of responsibilities. This is a startup organization so you will need to be comfortable with working on tasks that are transactional in nature through tasks that are reporting and analytical. In time, this role will be responsible for hiring a bookkeeper and as the organization continues to grow there is the ability this person to be pathed to CFO. The ideal candidate will enjoy an entrepreneurial environment, have a team mindset, be willing to wear many hats and find the startup aspect exciting! This role may initially be onboarded remotely, however as renovations are complete and office space is ready in the near future, this role will become an fully onsite position with some flexibility.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Process accurate and timely bookkeeping, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, bank reconciliations, and account reconciliations
• Complete month, quarter, and year-end close processes, ensure timely tax remittances
• Prepare accurate and timely financial reporting, including income statement, balance sheet, cash flow forecast
• Establish and maintain internal controls to safeguard financial integrity
• Establish workflow process, set up financial systems (ERP), enabling both detailed grant management and accounting for better controls, work processes, grant management & SR&ED accounting to better meet requirements of defence contracts
• Create and document accounting processes and procedures
• Develop and produce analytical reports and perform analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities
• Manage cost tracking and allocation across multiple R&D projects
• Prepare financial reports, reconciliations for all government contracts and ensure contract compliance
• Monitor grant budgets and prepare quarterly/annual reporting for research funding agencies
• Track and forecast project costs across quantum photonics R&D, manufacturing development and systems integration activities.
• Support bid proposal development by providing accurate cost estimates and financial projections for new government contracts.
• Liaise with external auditors on financial compliance matters
• Contribute to budgeting and financial planning

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 3 years of post-designation full cycle accounting experience
• CPA designation required
• Strong proficiency with technology tools, including Excel (QBO is an asset)
• Experience in creating and documenting accounting processes and procedures
• Experience in accounting for R&D and/or government grants is an asset
• Previous experience creating full set of month end reporting and analysis required
• Previous experience in technology sector and/or a startup organization an asset

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Entrepreneurial, risk adverse, service-oriented mindset with the ability to wear multiple hats
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to build effective working relationships
• Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills with high ability to prioritize
• Strong judgment, analytical capability, and decision-making skills with a high degree of accuracy
• Highest level of confidentiality, ethics and integrity

SECURITY AND COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to obtain and maintain Government of Canada security clearance, if required for assigned projects
• Must be eligible to comply with requirements of the Controlled Goods Program, if required for assigned projects
• Must be willing to participate in background screening, documentation and compliance processes associated with security-sensitive work

Candidates are asked to apply through MNP’s official process and to refrain from approaching Q-Block Computing or its staff members

directly. You may also submit your resume directly by emailing it to [email protected] with Q-Block in the subject line.

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