<p>Our client in the Woodstock - London corridor is looking for a Controller to join its leadership team and help support the continued growth and professionalization of its finance function.</p><p><br></p><p>Reporting directly to the operational leader of the organization, the Controller will be a key contributor responsible for overseeing core accounting operations across multiple locations. This role will also play an important part in strengthening finance processes, systems, and controls as the organization continues to scale.</p><p><br></p><p>This opportunity is well suited to a hands‑on Controller who enjoys working in a dynamic, environment and who brings a strong foundation in technical accounting, process improvement, and cross‑functional collaboration.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Create month‑end and year‑end close processes, including journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation</li><li>Create and maintain the general ledger and ensure financial integrity in accordance with ASPE</li><li>Create schedules for fixed assets, prepaids, accruals, and other key balances</li><li>Lead monthly forecasting, and partner with the leadership on annual budgeting and periodic reforecasting</li><li>Ensure timely and accurate submission of regulatory filings, including HST, WSIB, EHT, and income tax remittances</li><li>Coordinate with external auditors and prepare year‑end working papers and audit schedules</li><li>Develop and document company‑wide accounting policies and procedures</li><li>Support the design and maintenance of internal controls</li><li>Perform variance analysis, identify key drivers, and provide recommendations</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve, standardize, and scale accounting processes and reporting</li><li>Participate in system implementations, upgrades, and data migrations as required</li><li>Act as a finance business partner to operational teams</li><li>Provide mentorship and guidance to junior accounting staff as needed</li><li>Contribute to cross‑functional initiatives that improve financial visibility and discipline</li></ul>
<p>Our client, partnered with Robert Half, is seeking a talented Controller to manage all accounting and financial reporting activities for two operating companies. This is an excellent career opportunity for an experienced financial leader looking to drive process improvement, ensure compliance, and contribute strategically to a high-performing organization.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Perform all accounting and financial reporting activities related to two operating companies, including consolidations.</p><p>• Oversee accounting operations, including month-end close, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger activities to ensure accurate and timely financial processes.</p><p>• Prepare monthly financial statements and supporting balance sheet schedules in compliance with accounting standards (ASPE).</p><p>• Review and remit bi-weekly and monthly statutory deductions.</p><p>• Establish and maintain strong internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with all tax regulations and other statutory reporting requirements.</p><p>• Coordinate and manage the annual review process.</p><p>• Collaborate with senior management to develop financial strategies and long-term organizational goals.</p><p>• Prepare financial forecasts, including cash flow forecasting.</p><p>• Build strong relationships with business partners to gain a clear understanding of company operations and develop internal management reports that support business decision-making.</p><p>• Maintain banking relationships and ensure compliance with reporting requirements and debt covenant calculations.</p><p>• Drive process improvements and efficiencies through automation.</p><p>• Document policies and procedures across all accounting areas.</p><p>• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Job Posting: Interim Controller </strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> York Region, 5 days onsite</p><p><strong>Duration:</strong> 6+ months</p><p> </p><p><strong>About the Opportunity:</strong></p><p>Robert Half is seeking an experienced and hands-on Controller for a York Region nonprofit organization. In this role, the controller will be supporting the finance team during a transition period. This role is fully on-site and offers an immediate opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a collaborative and values-driven environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>· Partner closely with the CAO and existing Controller to review, reconcile, and enhance accounting processes.</p><p>· Support and mentor a strong team including two experienced Accounting Specialists and a Payroll Manager.</p><p>· Oversee full-cycle accounting operations, including general ledger oversight, reconciliations, and financial reporting.</p><p>· Assist with payroll, benefit, and HR system integration as needed (experience with Raiser's Edge and UKG an asset).</p><p>· Ensure compliance with all internal controls, standards, and regulatory requirements.</p><p>· Offer a fresh perspective—assess and recommend process improvements as appropriate.</p><p>· Collaborate kindly and professionally with multiple departments, upholding school values of kindness and inclusion.</p>
<p>An established multi-national company in the general construction industry is seeking a <strong>Financial Controller</strong> in Vaughan, Ontario. This organization specializes in residential suite upgrades and common area renovations, providing innovative processes, project management expertise, and integrated manufacturing capabilities across Ontario and the United States.</p><p>Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the Controller will oversee all day-to-day financial operations. This includes responsibility for ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, cash flow planning, and long-term financial forecasting. The Controller will also be charged with designing, implementing, and maintaining robust internal controls and will provide financial guidance to senior management.</p><p>Leadership is a key component of this role, as the Controller will coach and support Finance team members across all organizational entities, promoting efficient and effective team operations. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting expertise, attention to detail, and a commitment to continuous improvement in financial processes.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities</u></strong></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>· <strong> </strong>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>
We are looking for an experienced Controller to join our team in St. Thomas, Ontario. This role offers the opportunity to lead financial operations and drive process improvements across various accounting and reporting functions. The ideal candidate will excel in partnering with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless financial management and compliance.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage accounts payable and receivable processes, as well as monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closings.<br>• Lead internal financial reporting and group-level reporting to ensure accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Oversee tax-related activities with support from the group's tax resources.<br>• Develop and implement costing strategies, including standard and actual costing, while collaborating with operations and supply chain teams to optimize inventory management, margins, and cost efficiency.<br>• Monitor and analyze profit and loss statements as well as balance sheets.<br>• Partner with HR, operations, supply chain, and sales teams to align financial processes with organizational goals.<br>• Establish robust internal controls and ensure the organization is prepared for audits.<br>• Support automation initiatives to streamline manual financial processes.<br>• Manage intercompany transactions and reconciliations between Canadian, U.S., and European entities.<br>• Ensure compliance with U.S. regulatory requirements and internal policies.
<p><strong>Controller </strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p><br></p><p>We are partnering with an organization seeking a <strong>Controller</strong> to take on a hands‑on role with clear people‑leadership responsibility. This position is well suited for someone with <strong>several years of project‑driven accounting experience</strong> who is ready to step into a formal management role and contribute beyond the numbers.</p><p>The successful candidate will bring a strong analytical approach, curiosity about business operations, and the ability to lead and develop a growing accounting team.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Be Responsible For</strong></p><ul><li>Own and manage the monthly close process, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance</li><li>Review journal entries, accruals, and adjustments while overseeing general ledger close activities</li><li>Analyze and reconcile balance sheet accounts, resolving variances and identifying issues proactively</li><li>Partner with internal stakeholders to ensure reliable and timely period‑end financial reporting</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis, providing insights to leadership</li><li>Establish, enhance, and communicate accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls</li><li>Lead, mentor, and develop staff to build capability, engagement, and performance</li><li>Participate in recruitment, onboarding, and training of new team members</li><li>Contribute to ad hoc projects and evolving accounting initiatives as the business grows</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Interim Controller / Senior Finance Leader (6 month contract)</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Brantford, ON</p><p><strong>Work Model:</strong> Hybrid (3 days onsite, 2 day remote)</p><p><strong>Duration:</strong> 6 months (potential for extension)</p><p><strong>Overview:</strong></p><p>Our client, a large and established organization, is seeking an interim finance leader to support its accounting function. This role will oversee financial reporting across business units and is ideal for a hands-on senior accounting professional with strong large-company experience in US GAAP, SOX, and multi-entity environments.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee accounting and financial reporting for multiple business units.</li><li>Lead month-end close, including financial statements, journal entries, reconciliations, and balance sheet review</li><li>Manage budgeting, forecasting, and working capital reporting</li><li>Support audit, compliance, and internal control requirements, including SOX</li><li>Handle foreign exchange accounting across Canadian, U.S., and Mexico-based operations</li><li>Lead, mentor, and support a small accounting team through a period of change</li><li>Partner with leadership on reporting, analysis, and process improvement initiatives</li></ul>
<p>On behalf of our client, Robert Half is seeking an experienced <strong>Controller </strong>to lead the accounting and financial operations for a growing organization in the real estate and construction sector. This is a permanent, full-time onsite position.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee all accounting operations including accounts payable/receivable, general ledger, payroll, and month-end/year-end processes</li><li>Develop and implement financial controls, policies, and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance and operational efficiency</li><li>Prepare, analyze, and present timely financial statements and reports to senior leadership and external stakeholders</li><li>Manage cash flow, budgeting, forecasting, and capital expenditure tracking</li><li>Coordinate annual audits, liaise with auditors, and ensure supporting documentation is accurate</li><li>Lead and mentor accounting team members</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally to support business objectives, cost control, and process improvements</li><li>Maintain proficiency with leading financial software (such as QuickBooks, Microsoft D365, Oracle NetSuite, SAP, PowerBI, etc.)</li><li>Evaluate and oversee payroll processes and benefits administration</li><li>Support strategic planning by providing reliable financial insight</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Our client is an established and growing privately-held company with multiple locations across Ontario. Due to expansion of the Finance team, they are seeking a<strong> Division Controller </strong>to lead the financial operations of one of the company's largest divisions. Reporting to the <strong>Director of Finance</strong>, this role is ideal for a hands‑on finance leader who thrives in a <strong>highly collaborative, onsite environment</strong> and is motivated by <strong>continuous learning and career progression</strong> within a growing, complex organization.</p><p>This role works closely with operational leaders across multiple sites and offers meaningful exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision‑making. <strong>This position requires regular ongoing travel to various sites across Ontario, and as a result, can be based in one of three locations: Niagara, Oakville or Barrie. Travel is required 12 months out of the year without exception.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare, review, and analyze monthly and quarterly financial statements and cost reports, identifying trends and areas of concern for senior leadership</li><li>Oversee general ledger and subsidiary ledger maintenance to ensure data integrity and accuracy</li><li>Develop monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting and variance analysis to support strategic decision-making</li><li>Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data within the ERP system</li><li>Lead the annual budgeting, forecasting, and planning processes, providing insights into anticipated financial performance</li><li>Prepare year-end working papers and supporting documentation for audited financial statements</li><li>Complete regulatory filings, including T5 and T5018 slips, excise tax filings, and HST reviews</li><li>Attend operational, financial, and senior management meetings to provide financial leadership and guidance</li><li>Implement and maintain robust internal controls to protect the integrity of financial reporting systems and processes</li><li>Lead, mentor, and oversee direct reports to ensure accurate, efficient, and timely completion of work</li></ul><p><strong>Why Join?</strong></p><ul><li>Hi<strong>ghly collaborative, onsite culture</strong></li><li> with close ties to operations and leadership</li><li>H<strong>ands‑on learning opportunities </strong>across complex, diversified business units</li><li><strong>Clear career growth</strong> within a stable, long‑standing organization</li><li>Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to join our team on a contract basis in Pickering, Ontario. In this role, you will play a key part in managing financial operations, ensuring accuracy, and providing valuable insights to support business growth. This position is ideal for someone who is attentive to detail and eager to contribute to a dynamic and evolving organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll processes.<br>• Perform account analysis and reconciliation to ensure accurate financial records.<br>• Generate detailed financial reports using NetSuite and Crystal Reports to support decision-making.<br>• Oversee budget preparation and monitor expenditures to ensure alignment with financial goals.<br>• Conduct cash flow analysis and forecasting to maintain financial stability.<br>• Assist in tax compliance and reporting, including U.S. tax requirements and payroll management.<br>• Collaborate with the Controller to streamline payment processes and handle invoices efficiently.<br>• Support the development and implementation of financial planning strategies.<br>• Coordinate with external distributors and vendors to maintain accurate pricing and transaction records.<br>• Provide insights on top-performing products and customer purchasing trends based on data analysis.
<p>We are looking for an organized and detail-oriented <strong>Assistant Controller</strong> 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><strong>Responsibilities</strong>:</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>
