Manager of Finance Operations & Compliance

Blackbird Interactive is a creative-fueled, future-driven, independent game studio offering long-term careers in a remote-first workplace, primarily hiring candidates eligible to work and reside in Canada. The company works on a wide range of projects including world-class IPs and original creations across multiple genres.

Location: Remote (Canada)

Salary: CAD 160,000 – CAD 200,000

Responsibilities

• Manage the general ledger, ensuring accurate and timely preparation of monthly and quarterly financial statements.
• Oversee core accounting functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, vendor payments, and payroll (employees and contractors).
• Lead all aspects of tax compliance (corporate filings, GST/HST, IDMTC, SR&ED) and support external audits and government reporting.
• Track and manage cash flow, foreign exchange activity, and treasury operations to ensure liquidity and risk control.
• Maintain structured templates and systems (e.g., GL entries, vendor tracking, payroll, invoicing) to standardize finance workflows.
• Oversee revenue recognition and milestone billing for co-development and partnership contracts.
• Manage relationships with external auditors, tax advisors, and financial institutions to support ongoing compliance and reporting requirements.
• Continuously improve financial processes, ensuring scalability, accuracy, and control as the company grows.

Requirements

• CPA designation (or equivalent) strongly preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive finance or accounting experience, ideally in a project-based or creative production environment, external audit experience would also be beneficial.
• Demonstrated experience in managing compliance programs, tax filings, and financial audits.
• Advanced proficiency in accounting software and financial systems (e.g., ERP tools, QuickBooks, or NetSuite).
• Strong analytical skills with a hands-on approach to data integrity and financial process improvement.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills—especially when working cross-functionally with producers, operations, and leadership teams.