<p><u>Title:</u> Financial Controller</p><p><u>Location:</u> Vaughan, Ontario, Canada, ON, Canada</p><p><br></p><p><u>About</u></p><p>The Byng Group is a multi-national full-service general construction company, transforming multifamily residential properties into magnificent renovations. Specializing in residential suite upgrades and common area maintenance and renovations. Byng currently operates in Ontario and in the US.</p><p>Our innovative turnover process, dedicated project management staff and integrated manufacturing facilities yield outstanding savings in time and money. Byng serves all projects with distinction, creatively meeting the needs of each customer uniquely.</p><p>Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the Controller is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day financial operations, including ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, cash flow planning and financial forecasting. This individual will be responsible for implementing and maintaining internal controls and providing financial guidance to senior management.</p><p>The Controller will provide leadership and coaching to the Finance team members across all entities to maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of the team.</p><p><br></p><p><u>Responsibilities</u></p><p>· Lead the cash flow planning, reporting, and forecasting.</p><p>· Manage banking including review and approval of payments and transfers.</p><p>· Manage the month end close process.</p><p>· Lead and manage the AR, AP, and Financial accounting teams.</p><p>· Responsible for the performance of the Finance team including day-to-day coaching and performance evaluation and development of each individual.</p><p>· Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. </p><p>· Ensure that all financial reporting adheres to GAAP and that internal controls meet generally accepted auditing guidelines.</p><p>· Manage the financial system of the organization ensuring maximum productivity to meet the needs of the business today and in the future.</p><p>· Work closely with Management to provide financial information critical to the success of their areas of responsibility.</p><p>· Support the financial planning and analysis and budgeting processes</p><p>· Provide leadership for the accounting strategy, to optimize the company’s financial performance and strategic position.</p><p>· Manage the year-end process with external accountants, analyze results and develop process improvements based on the results.</p><p>· Ensure compliance with all legal and statutory requirements.</p><p>· Develop internal controls and procedures to protect and safeguard the company’s assets.</p>
<p>This is not a typical corporate desk role. We need someone who will partner with operations, understands job costing, payroll, WIP, and construction-style billing — and can operate independently.</p><p> </p><p>You will oversee full-cycle accounting, monthly reporting, compliance (HST, CRA, WSIB, EHT), and help modernize our processes toward a more digital, paperless system.</p><p> </p><p>We are practical. If you understand fabrication margins, labour tracking, and project-based accounting — we want to talk.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><p> </p><p>· Full-cycle accounting (AP, AR, GL, payroll oversight)</p><p>· Progress billings, change orders & holdbacks</p><p>· Job costing and WIP tracking</p><p>· Monthly financial reporting to ownership</p><p>· HST, CRA, WSIB, EHT compliance</p><p>· Cash flow monitoring and margin protection</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant and Manager to join a well-established accounting firm in Trenton, Ontario. This role is ideal for a motivated individual with a strong background in audits, reviews, and tax services who thrives in a client-focused environment. You will play a vital role in delivering comprehensive accounting solutions to owner-managed businesses.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and review financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.</p><p>• Conduct audits, reviews, and Notice to Reader engagements for a variety of clients.</p><p>• Manage corporate and personal tax filings, providing expert guidance on tax planning and compliance.</p><p>• Build and maintain strong relationships with business owners to understand their needs and provide tailored advice.</p><p>• Oversee client accounts, including monitoring transactions and balances to ensure financial health.</p><p>• Address audit findings, providing recommendations for improvement and implementing solutions.</p><p>• Lead audit engagements, coordinating with team members to deliver high-quality results.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to support the growth and success of clients' businesses.</p><p>• Ensure all financial records are organized and up-to-date, adhering to regulatory requirements.</p><p>• Provide innovative strategies to clients, helping them optimize their financial operations and achieve growth.</p>
<p>This is a Fractional role - 3 days/week for 6 months. We are seeking an experienced Fractional Controller to provide strategic financial leadership and hands-on oversight for a growing distribution company. This role will oversee accounting operations, inventory controls, cash flow management, and financial reporting, while partnering closely with ownership and operations to drive profitability and operational efficiency.</p><p>The ideal candidate brings deep experience in distribution, inventory-intensive environments, and understands margin management, working capital optimization, and process discipline required in fast-paced product businesses.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Financial Oversight & Reporting</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes</li><li>Prepare and review financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)</li><li>Ensure accuracy of inventory valuation and cost of goods sold (COGS)</li><li>Develop KPI dashboards (gross margin, inventory turns, aging, fill rates, etc.)</li><li>Provide variance analysis and actionable insights to leadership</li></ul><p><strong>Inventory & Cost Control</strong></p><ul><li>Implement and monitor inventory controls and cycle count processes</li><li>Ensure proper costing methodology (standard cost, FIFO, weighted average as applicable)</li><li>Analyze shrinkage, obsolescence, and slow-moving inventory</li><li>Optimize gross margins through cost analysis and pricing support</li></ul><p><strong>Cash Flow & Working Capital Management</strong></p><ul><li>Forecast cash flow and manage liquidity</li><li>Improve AR collections and manage AP processes</li><li>Monitor working capital drivers (inventory days, DSO, DPO)</li><li>Support banking relationships and reporting requirements</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a skilled Plant Controller to oversee financial operations and ensure accurate reporting for our facility in Etobicoke, Ontario. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with a strong background in accounting and financial management, capable of driving efficiency and supporting strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and demonstrate expertise in managing budgets, capital investments, and financial systems.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Supervise and manage all financial operations, including budgeting, reporting, and forecasting.</p><p>• Oversee capital management processes to ensure optimal allocation of resources and investments.</p><p>• Utilize accounting software systems to maintain accurate financial records and generate detailed reports.</p><p>• Perform ad hoc financial analyses to support business decisions and identify areas for improvement.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline financial processes and enhance operational efficiency.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies across all reporting and accounting activities.</p><p>• Lead the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.</p><p>• Monitor and manage financial risks, providing insights to mitigate potential impacts on the business.</p><p>• Develop and implement strategies to improve cost control and profitability.</p><p>• Support audits and provide accurate documentation to external and internal stakeholders.</p>
<p>We are looking for an organized and detail-oriented Assistant Controller to join our team in Toronto. In this role, you will play a key part in managing financial operations, ensuring compliance, and supporting liaising processes. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for optimizing accounting processes, this position is ideal for you.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, payroll, and financial reporting.</p><p>• Oversee bookkeeping for multiple entities and assist/coordinate with external accountants for year-end financial statement and tax return preparations</p><p>• Manage payroll, accounts payable process and vendor payments</p><p>• Maintain the general ledger, ensuring all inter-company transactions and distributions are accurately recorded </p><p>• Support Controller in liaising with banking and brokerage representatives</p><p>• Monitor capital calls and distributions, execute and track wire transfers for investments and property acquisitions</p><p>• Liaise with external investment advisors and banks to ensure reporting integrity</p><p>• Monitor daily cash balances across multiple bank accounts to ensure adequate liquidity</p><p>• Manage family credit card programs, including limit increases, fraud monitoring, and expense categorization</p><p>• Coordinate with external accounting firms for the preparation of individual, trust, partnership, and foundation tax returns</p><p>• Assist in estate planning execution</p><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Assistant Controller to join our team in Pickering, Ontario. In this role, you will oversee key accounting functions, support financial operations, and contribute to the organization’s success through accurate reporting and analysis. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in cost accounting and a strong ability to manage complex financial processes.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• The Assistant Controller will serve as a key member of the Finance leadership team, supporting the Vice President of Finance/CFO in overseeing the Company's accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal control environment.</p><p>• This individual will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial information and in supporting strategic decision-making across the organization. </p><p>• The selected candidate will own the month-end close process: GL reconciliations, accruals/prepaids, cut-offs and timely close Prepare and review month-end/quarterly management packages: P&L by segment, key variance explanations.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with the company's accounting framework (ASPE) and government filing and reporting requirements.</p><p>• Oversee BOM accuracy, labor and overhead allocation, machine/hour rates, inventory valuation and other cost accounting activities. Supervise the finance team, team development and performance. </p><p>• Day-to-Day Activities. Supervise daily postings in the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations Review and approve journal entries, accruals, intercompany transactions, and expense allocations.</p><p>• Maintain accuracy of trial balance and subsidiary ledgers throughout the month.</p><p>• Approve payment batches and verify that internal controls (authorization, coding, supporting documents) are respected.</p><p>• Review daily bank balances and cash forecasts.</p><p>• Partner with plant managers to review production data and variance root causes.</p><p>• Generate management reporting packages: P&L by product line, margin analysis, working capital, and KPIs Support VP of Finance in board or executive deck preparation (graphs, commentary, analysis).</p><p><br></p>
<p>Our client, a well-established wholesale distribution company in the Mississauga area, is seeking a<strong> </strong>Buyer<strong> </strong>to support purchasing activities and ensure optimal inventory levels across a diverse product portfolio. This role is ideal for someone who is hands-on, detail-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced environment where accuracy and strong supplier coordination are essential. As a Buyer, you will be responsible for purchasing products, monitoring inventory, analyzing demand, and coordinating with suppliers to ensure timely and cost‑effective replenishment. You will play a key role in maintaining product availability by leveraging forecasting tools, reviewing sales trends, and identifying opportunities to improve purchasing efficiency.</p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Monitor inventory levels and replenish stock to prevent shortages or excess.</li><li>Review sales trends and support demand forecasting for purchasing decisions.</li><li>Issue purchase orders and coordinate deliveries with suppliers.</li><li>Negotiate pricing and terms within established guidelines.</li><li>Resolve delivery delays, backorders, and supply issues.</li><li>Maintain accurate purchasing records in SAGE300 (or similar ERP).</li><li>Collaborate with sales, warehouse, and finance to align purchasing with business needs.</li><li>Support cost‑saving initiatives and vendor performance improvements.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced, detail-oriented US Controller to oversee and manage accounting operations, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records. This role requires a strong understanding of financial reporting, and internal control functions for a fast-growing clean-technology organization. The ideal candidate is hands-on, is looking to come in and hit the ground running via standardizing internal controls, SOP, and excels in dynamic environments with a strong background in manufacturing, inventory management, multi-currency operations, ERP implementation, and full-cycle accounting. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>• Define accounting workflows, approval structures, and system controls.</p><p>• Supervise high-volume AP/AR processes; ensure timely payments and collections.</p><p>• Manage payroll processing and related reporting.</p><p>• Implement process improvements for scalability and accuracy.</p><p>• Lead the full month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing process.</p><p>• Prepare, analyze, and present US GAAP-compliant financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow).</p><p>• Manage general ledger accuracy, account reconciliations, and journal entries.</p><p>• Own corporate cash management, bank reporting, and forecasting.</p><p>• Drive continuous improvement of accounting policies and internal controls.</p><p>• Lead annual audits and ensure timely review completion.</p><p>• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.</p><p>• Oversee tax filings, payroll compliance, and regulatory reporting.</p><p>• Oversee inventory accounting including WIP tracking, standard costing, BOM accuracy, cycle counts, and COGS reconciliation.</p><p>• Partner with Operations to analyze production variances, scrap, rework, and throughput efficiencies.</p><p>• Manage foreign currency transactions, revaluations, intercompany accounts, and multi-entity consolidations.</p>
