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Magmic has been developing games and other mobile entertainment content since 2003, and is recognized worldwide as a leading publisher and retailer of smart phone and cell phone applications. It boasts a portfolio of hundreds of titles for BlackBerry, iPhone/iPad, Android, Windows Mobile, and other platforms.

With offices in Ottawa, Vancouver, New York and Los Angeles, Magmic does business with some of the most recognized media brands in the industry, including Disney and The New York Times.

The company sells its products through leading wireless carriers around the world, and through its own online store at www.bplay.com.

We are actively Recruiting for the following opportunities:

 

Controller

Summary

  • Manage and coordinate the Company's financial accounting, reporting, budget and cost analysis functions. Ensure company accounting procedures conform to generally accepted accounting principles. Provide financial input to strategic corporate decision making.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily operations of the finance department.
  • Prepare monthly financial statements in a timely manner.
  • Manage the preparation of financial outlooks, revenue forecasts, and annual operating budget.
  • Monitor and analyze monthly operating results against budget.
  • Direct and coordinate communications involving financial matters with banks and other financial institutions, debt and equity investors, customers and suppliers.
  • Provide detailed supporting documentation for tax return preparation including SR&ED and OIDMTC claims.
  • Prepare year end working papers and direct financial audits.
  • Implement a cost accounting discipline to provide cost controls, improve profitability, and facilitate strategic decision making.
  • Work with other function managers and the President to develop strategic business plans for the company.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

  • Experience in a software development environment.
  • Strong knowledge of accounting, budgeting, and cost accounting principles including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
  • Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and projections.
  • Knowledge of short and long term budgeting and forecasting, rolling budgets, and product-line profitability analysis.
  • Professional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to motivate teams to produce quality materials within tight timeframes and simultaneously manage several projects.
  • CA or CGA designation.
  • Willingness to work in a dynamic environment.

We provide a dynamic office environment with flexible work hours. Work may require occasional weekend and/or evening work. Our office is located at 126 York St. in Ottawa's Byward Market district.

To apply, please use the following link to submit your cover letter and resume:
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Product Manager - New York Times Crosswords

Summary

  • Organize, direct and lead the design, production and life of the New York Times Crosswords mobile product. Coordinate all efforts around the New York Times Crosswords mobile product including investigating and interfacing with development partners; working on marketing strategies and execution; coordinating design and development efforts; and creating and tracking budgets and revenue. Gather and prioritize product and customer requirements, help define the product vision, ensure the product's market success and engage with the New York Times Crosswords community.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Work with the Executive Producer to define the product strategy and roadmap
  • Manage the schedule for resources allocated to the project
  • Organize marketing and product requirements with prioritized features and corresponding justification
  • Propose and manage an overall budget to ensure success, and track adherence to the budget
  • Work with external partners to facilitate the development and maintenance of the product
  • Evolve the product design to maintain market leadership
  • Be an expert with respect to the competition
  • Act as a leader within the company

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

  • Experience interfacing with or managing a development team
  • Marketing training or experience
  • Experience using mobile entertainment products (ideally games)
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Strong English communication skills (written and oral)
  • Ability to take initiative and act independently
  • Ability to work well in a team

You will be a great match if you

  • Have had experience working on mobile entertainment products
  • Have had experience marketing mobile entertainment products
  • Have worked in a mobile software environment
  • Love mobile games

We provide a dynamic office environment with flexible work hours. Work may require occasional weekend and/or evening work. Our office is located at 126 York St. in Ottawa's Byward Market district.

To apply, please use the following link to submit your cover letter and resume:
Apply for this Job