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Finance Manager

Waterloo, ON
remote
Permanent
100000.00 - 120000.00 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for a Finance Manager to support financial planning, reporting, and operational decision-making for our team in Kitchener- Waterloo, Ontario. This role combines hands-on analysis with oversight of core accounting activities, helping the business understand performance, manage budgets, and improve financial processes. The successful Finance Manager candidate will bring strong analytical judgment, experience working with financial systems and reporting tools, and the ability to translate complex data into practical business insights. Responsibilities:� Prepare and review financial analyses that support budgeting, forecasting, and day-to-day business decisions.� Lead recurring reporting activities by producing accurate financial results, variance explanations, and performance summaries for stakeholders.� Oversee month-end close tasks and coordinate accounting-related activities to ensure timely and reliable financial information.� Develop ad hoc reports and detailed data reviews to identify trends, risks, and opportunities across operations.� Use reporting platforms and analytical tools, including systems such as Power BI, to improve visibility into financial performance.� Partner with cross-functional teams to strengthen budget processes, enhance reporting quality, and support effective capacity planning.� Recommend and implement process improvements that increase efficiency, strengthen controls, and support continuous improvement objectives.� Contribute to specialized financial projects, including data analysis initiatives and system-related reporting changes, as required.
2026-11-07T00:00:00Z

Sr. Financial Analyst

Guelph, ON
remote
Permanent
85000.00 - 97500.00 CAD / Yearly
Our client is seeking a highly analytical and business-minded Senior Financial Analyst to join their finance team. Reporting into finance leadership, this role will serve as a key business partner responsible for financial planning and analysis, budgeting, forecasting, performance reporting, financial modelling, and strategic decision support. Working closely with operational and commercial leaders, the successful candidate will provide meaningful insights that drive profitability, support business growth, and enhance decision-making across the organization. Key Responsibilities: Financial Analysis & Reporting� Prepare and deliver monthly financial reporting, analysis, and commentary on business performance, including revenue, gross margin, operating expenses, and profitability.� Analyze financial and operational results, identify key trends and business drivers, and provide actionable recommendations to improve performance.� Develop financial models, business cases, and profitability analyses to support strategic initiatives and investment decisions.� Conduct customer, product, and business-unit profitability analysis to identify growth opportunities and areas for improvement.� Perform cost and variance analysis, including the evaluation of standard costs and key operational metrics.� Support senior leadership with ad hoc reporting, financial modelling, and business analysis. Budgeting, Forecasting & Planning� Lead the annual budgeting process and ongoing forecasting activities.� Partner with department leaders to develop, maintain, and refine financial plans and performance targets.� Analyze forecast-to-actual variances and communicate risks, opportunities, and recommendations.� Support long-range planning initiatives and provide insight into future business performance.� Present forecasts, financial results, and key findings to leadership teams. Business Partnership & Continuous Improvement� Act as a trusted finance partner to operational and commercial leaders across the organization.� Provide financial analysis and decision support to improve profitability, efficiency, and overall business performance.� Participate in cross-functional initiatives focused on process improvements, reporting enhancements, and business transformation projects.� Identify opportunities to improve forecasting accuracy, reporting effectiveness, and financial processes.� Assist with the implementation and optimization of financial systems, reporting tools, and business intelligence solutions.� Collaborate closely with Accounting and other corporate functions to ensure alignment of financial objectives and reporting requirements.
2026-11-07T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Huron Park, ON
remote
Permanent
85000.00 - 97000.00 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a finance team in the south Huron County, Ontario area (Exeter, Lucan, Dashwood) and contribute to accurate reporting, strong financial oversight, and reliable month-end processes. This position will support core accounting operations across multiple entities, help guide budgeting and forecasting activities, and provide analysis related to project costing and revenue recognition. The role also offers exposure to year-end reporting, audit preparation, tax support, and compliance-focused finance initiatives. This is an in office role for the first 6 months, transitioning to hybrid once the training period is completed. Responsibilities:� Prepare journal entries, payroll-related accounting entries, and reconciliations to support accurate general ledger activity and timely month-end close.� Produce financial reports and review accounting output from accounts payable and accounts receivable to help maintain accuracy across daily transactions.� Contribute to budgeting and forecasting cycles by assembling financial data, analyzing results, and identifying variances.� Track project costing and progress billings, including monitoring inventory, invoicing status, customer billings, and revenue recognition over varying project timelines.� Manage required government remittances and statutory filings in accordance with applicable reporting obligations.� Develop audit support schedules and assist with year-end working papers, including documentation needed for corporate tax preparation and T4 validation.� Support accounting activities for two entities and assist with consolidation work required for year-end financial reporting.� Participate in special finance projects, including compliance-related reviews such as equipment lease validation, while following internal control standards.� Maintain organized financial records and ensure accounting practices align with company policies and reporting requirements.
2026-11-07T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Mississauga, ON
remote
Temporary
35.00 - 37.00 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant with hands-on experience working in a shared services environment to join a pharmaceutical organization in Mississauga, Ontario on a contract basis. In this role, you will take ownership of key accounting activities, support accurate and timely financial reporting, and contribute to a disciplined month-end close process. You will serve as a key liaison between corporate finance, shared services, and local business teams, coordinating the resolution of accounting issues, strengthening collaboration, and identifying opportunities to improve processes and efficiency. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Serve as a key liaison between corporate finance, shared services, and local business teams to address accounting inquiries, resolve issues, and ensure alignment on deliverables and reporting expectations.</li><li>Investigate accounting discrepancies and processing issues, identify root causes, and coordinate corrective actions with the appropriate teams through to resolution.</li><li>Lead core month-end accounting activities, including preparing and reviewing journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting packages for corporate finance.</li><li>Manage the full close cycle for assigned entities, coordinating shared services inputs and ensuring deadlines are met and financial information is complete, accurate, and compliant with reporting requirements.</li><li>Review work and financial information provided by shared services, address gaps or errors, and follow up on outstanding items to support a timely and accurate close.</li><li>Assess intercompany billings to confirm correct coding, reasonableness, and allocation across business units and profit centres, working with corporate and shared services teams to resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Collaborate with FP&A to analyze differences between actual results and budget or forecast and provide meaningful explanations for cost centre variances.</li><li>Perform detailed account and cost analysis to support decision-making, highlight trends, and improve financial visibility.</li><li>Identify inefficiencies in accounting workflows, handoffs, and communication between teams, and help implement practical improvements that reduce errors, rework, and delays.</li><li>Maintain adherence to accounting standards, internal controls, and company policies while strengthening process documentation and clarifying responsibilities across teams.</li><li>Support internal and external audits by coordinating documentation, responding to inquiries, and assisting with tax-related financial requests.</li><li>Apply sound judgment to prioritize deliverables, take ownership of issue resolution, and escalate matters appropriately.</li></ul>
2026-11-07T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Mississauga, ON
remote
Permanent
100000.00 - 110000.00 CAD / Yearly
Senior Accountant📍 Mississauga, ON (100% Onsite) Our client is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their finance team and play a key role in financial reporting, fixed asset accounting, and business partnering. This is an excellent opportunity for a CPA or CPA-track professional looking to make an impact in a collaborative, growth-oriented environment. What You'll Do<ul><li>Own fixed asset accounting, including capitalization, depreciation, reconciliations, and physical inventory reviews.</li><li>Manage lease accounting and ensure compliance with accounting standards.</li><li>Lead reporting, forecasting, and analysis for capital assets and CapEx.</li><li>Prepare month-end, quarter-end, and year-end journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reports.</li><li>Support audit, tax, and sales tax compliance activities for Canadian entities.</li><li>Partner with operational leaders to provide financial insights and support key business decisions.</li><li>Collaborate with Accounting, AP, AR, and FP&A teams to ensure accurate financial reporting.</li><li>Drive process improvements and support continuous improvement initiatives across finance.</li></ul>
2026-11-09T00:00:00Z

Sr. Manager Supply Planning

Brampton, ON
remote
Permanent
130000.00 - 140000.00 CAD / Yearly
Our client, a leading manufacturing organization, is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to lead supply planning, inventory strategy, and planning excellence across a complex operation.This position will oversee integrated supply planning, inventory optimization, capacity planning, and risk management while partnering closely with Operations, Procurement, Commercial, and Finance teams to ensure supply continuity and exceptional customer service. Responsibilities: <ul><li>Lead the site Supply Planning team and planning processes.</li><li>Balance demand, inventory, capacity, and customer service requirements.</li><li>Drive inventory optimization and working capital improvements.</li><li>Mitigate supply risks through scenario planning and cross-functional collaboration.</li><li>Support executive decision-making with data-driven insights and recommendations.</li><li>Champion continuous improvement, planning systems, and KPI performance.</li></ul>
2026-11-07T00:00:00Z

Sr. Manager, Governance, Risk, and Audit

Guelph, ON
remote
Permanent
115000.00 - 130000.00 CAD / Yearly
Our client is seeking a Manager, Governance, Risk and Audit to lead and enhance its governance, enterprise risk management, compliance, and internal audit programs.Reporting to the CFO and working closely with executive leadership and the Audit Committee, this role will establish and oversee frameworks that strengthen accountability, internal controls, risk management, and organizational effectiveness. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced governance, audit, risk, or compliance professional who enjoys building programs, driving improvement, and partnering with senior leaders.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESGovernance, Risk and Internal Audit<ul><li>Develop and execute a risk-based governance and internal audit plan aligned with organizational priorities.</li><li>Design and maintain governance, enterprise risk management, and internal audit frameworks.</li><li>Lead reviews across operational, financial, compliance, technology, cybersecurity, procurement, and corporate functions.</li><li>Assess internal controls, policies, governance practices, and risk mitigation strategies, identifying opportunities for improvement.</li><li>Provide practical recommendations that strengthen controls, compliance, and operational effectiveness.</li><li>Assess emerging risks, support enterprise risk management initiatives, and ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, and policies.</li><li>Provide independent assurance and advisory support to executive leadership and governance committees.</li></ul>Executive and Board Reporting<ul><li>Prepare and present audit plans, risk assessments, governance reports, and status updates to senior leadership and Board committees.</li><li>Communicate significant risks, control weaknesses, governance concerns, and compliance matters.</li><li>Develop executive briefing materials and strategic recommendations.</li><li>Support ongoing enhancement of governance and oversight practices.</li></ul>External Audit and Regulatory Readiness<ul><li>Serve as the primary contact for external audits, reviews, examinations, and regulatory engagements.</li><li>Lead audit readiness activities and ensure documentation, policies, controls, and records are maintained.</li><li>Coordinate information requests, management responses, interviews, documentation reviews, and remediation activities.</li><li>Prepare reporting on audit progress, findings, risks, and corrective actions.</li></ul>Advisory and Special Projects<ul><li>Provide advisory support for strategic initiatives, business transformations, and process improvement projects.</li><li>Support governance modernization, policy development, and control enhancement initiatives.</li></ul>Leadership Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop team members.</li><li>Foster a culture of integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement.</li><li>Manage departmental priorities, resources, and work plans.</li><li>Promote enterprise-wide awareness of governance, risk management, compliance, and internal controls.</li></ul>
2026-11-07T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager

Milton, ON
remote
Permanent
100000.00 - 120000.00 CAD / Yearly
Accounting Manager Are you a CPA (or CPA-track) professional who thrives in a fast-paced sales and service environment and enjoys owning the financial processes that keep a business running efficiently?Our client is seeking a hands-on accounting leader to take ownership of financial reporting, cash management, reconciliations, and operational accounting. This highly visible role will partner closely with Sales, Service, Collections, Operations, and senior leadership to ensure strong financial controls, optimize working capital, and support business growth. What You'll Own<ul><li>Lead the full month-end and year-end close process, ensuring accurate financial reporting, account reconciliations, accruals, foreign exchange transactions, and general ledger integrity.</li><li>Own balance sheet reconciliations, intercompany accounting, and multi-entity financial activities, proactively identifying and resolving discrepancies.</li><li>Manage daily treasury and cash management functions, including cash positioning, cash flow forecasting, borrowing requirements, liquidity management, bank relationships, and foreign currency exposure.</li><li>Monitor working capital performance, supporting collections, receivables management, cash conversion initiatives, and process improvements across the business.</li><li>Prepare and analyze financial statements, management reporting packages, cash flow reporting, profitability analysis, and operational performance metrics.</li><li>Partner closely with Sales and Service leadership to evaluate business performance, customer profitability, revenue trends, and operational initiatives.</li><li>Support revenue recognition, deferred revenue accounting, warranty reserves, and transactional review within a high-volume commercial environment.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement in accounting processes, internal controls, reconciliations, reporting accuracy, and financial systems.</li><li>Coordinate audit, tax, banking, compliance, and regulatory reporting requirements while maintaining strong governance and financial controls.</li><li>Mentor and develop team members while fostering a collaborative, accountable, and customer-focused finance culture.</li></ul>
2026-11-09T00:00:00Z

VP/Director of Finance

Brampton, ON
remote
Temporary
70.00 - 80.00 CAD / Hourly
Director of Finance (Interim Contract)Role: Interim Director of Finance Duration: 3-6 Months Work Model: Onsite (5 days) Location: BramptonOverviewOur client, a privately held manufacturing organization, is seeking an experienced finance leader to provide interim support. This 3-6 month engagement will suit a hands-on professional who thrives in an entrepreneurial environment, enjoys tackling new challenges, and can operate effectively when priorities and processes are not always clearly defined.Partnering closely with ownership and senior leadership, the successful candidate will provide financial oversight across reporting, audit coordination, banking relationships, working capital management, operational finance, and special projects. This individual will be expected to quickly understand the business, identify solutions, and provide practical guidance across both strategic and day-to-day finance matters.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Act as the senior finance partner to ownership and executive leadership, providing financial insight and decision support.</li><li>Support the year-end process, coordinate external audit requirements, and manage auditor requests.</li><li>Collaborate with banking and insurance partners, including annual renewals and ongoing information requests.</li><li>Prepare and enhance monthly, quarterly, and year-end reporting packages for leadership and advisory stakeholders.</li><li>Monitor working capital performance, including receivables, payables, inventory, and liquidity management.</li><li>Partner with operations and costing teams to evaluate product profitability, costing methodologies, and margin performance.</li><li>Assist with the development and refinement of product cost models and bill-of-material structures.</li><li>Provide guidance and support to the accounting team, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, costing, and general accounting personnel.</li><li>Work cross-functionally to investigate operational and financial challenges, develop solutions, and drive execution.</li><li>Partner with internal stakeholders and external vendors to address inventory reporting and ERP-related challenges.</li><li>Lead or participate in special projects and business initiatives as required.</li></ul>
2026-11-09T00:00:00Z

VP/Director of Finance

Hamilton, ON
remote
Temporary
60.00 - 80.00 CAD / Hourly
Interim VP Finance, US GAAP Location: Hamilton, ON Area (Primarily Remote)Work Model: Primarily Remote. Must be able to travel to Hamilton, ON, approximately once every 2 to 3 weeksTerm: 6-month contract (with potential extension) Our client is seeking an experienced finance leader to support a high-growth organization as it advances through significant corporate milestones. This individual will play a hands-on role overseeing financial reporting, technical accounting matters, audit coordination, equity-related accounting activities, and public company readiness initiatives. Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting deliverables within a US GAAP environment.</li><li>Serve as the primary liaison with external auditors and coordinate all audit-related activities.</li><li>Research, assess, and document complex accounting matters, providing practical recommendations to executive leadership.</li><li>Oversee accounting for various equity-related transactions and maintain accuracy of shareholder records and ownership tracking.</li><li>Support regulatory reporting obligations and assist with ongoing public-company compliance requirements.</li><li>Develop and enhance month-end close procedures, financial controls, and governance processes.</li><li>Partner with external advisors, valuation specialists, and technical accounting consultants as required.</li><li>Establish reporting frameworks, timelines, and documentation standards to support future growth.</li><li>Provide leadership, mentorship, and oversight to additional accounting team members as the function expands.</li><li>Remain actively involved in core accounting activities including reconciliations, analysis, period-end close, and audit support.</li></ul>
2026-11-09T00:00:00Z

CFO - Chief Financial Officer

Guelph, ON
remote
Temporary
75.00 - 90.00 CAD / Hourly
Interim CFO / Director of FinanceRole: Interim CFO / Director of FinanceWork Model: Primarily RemoteLocation: GTHA (must be able to travel onsite in the GTHA approximately once a month) OverviewOur client is seeking a hands-on Interim CFO / Director of Finance to lead the finance function during a period of operational and organizational change. The successful candidate will evaluate the current finance environment, strengthen reporting and controls, support the stabilization of an ERP implementation, and provide leadership to the finance team while helping build a scalable foundation for future growthKey Responsibilities<ul><li>Take ownership of the finance and accounting function across multiple North American entities.</li><li>Operate effectively in an environment where priorities evolve and not all issues are fully defined at the outset.</li><li>Evaluate existing accounting processes, identify gaps, and implement sustainable improvements.</li><li>Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting for executive leadership, the Board, ownership stakeholders, and other key business partners.</li><li>Lead the stabilization and optimization of an ERP implementation, ensuring accurate data migration, process alignment, system adoption, and reporting integrity.</li><li>Strengthen controls, reconciliations, cash management, payroll, and commission-related processes.</li><li>Improve month-end and year-end close procedures and establish greater accountability within the finance team.</li><li>Partner closely with executive leadership to support strategic decision-making and business growth.</li><li>Provide hands-on support with complex accounting, operational, and reporting matters. </li><li>Support a highly regulated business operating across multiple jurisdictions, currencies, and legal entities.</li><li>Manage reporting requirements and communications with senior stakeholders, including Board-level audiences.</li><li>Navigate and support high-volume commission and compensation environments.</li></ul>
2026-11-07T00:00:00Z

Accounting Services Manager

Waterloo, ON
remote
Permanent
85000.00 - 10000.00 CAD / Yearly
On behalf of our client, Robert Half is seeking an Accounting Services Manager in Waterloo, ON. This on-site position offers the opportunity to oversee a team and manage a portfolio of client accounting and tax services. The role calls for leadership in technical accounting, workflow management, and client service delivery within a collaborative environment. Job Responsibilities <ul><li>Supervise and mentor a team of staff accountants, providing coaching and technical guidance as needed.</li><li>Oversee the review and completion of corporate year-end engagements and corporate tax returns.</li><li>Collaborate with the VP to review personal tax returns and ensure compliance standards are met.</li><li>Act as the main technical resource for the accounting team, supporting research and complex tax matters.</li><li>Manage and maintain accounting and tax software platforms, coordinating updates and team training.</li><li>Direct the delegation, execution, and review of client projects to ensure accuracy and timely delivery.</li><li>Administer bookkeeping, financial reporting, and preparation of management reports for a range of clients.</li><li>Oversee HST filings, remittances, and the preparation and submission of T4 and T5 forms.</li><li>Provide tax planning, estimates, and manage the preparation and filing of T1 and T2 tax returns.</li><li>Maintain ongoing communication with clients, addressing inquiries and ensuring a high level of service.</li></ul> Job Requirements <ul><li>Experience in tax preparation and review for both corporations and individuals.</li><li>Background in public accounting considered an asset.</li><li>Proficiency with accounting software, including in-house systems, QBO, and desktop applications.</li><li>Advanced skills in Excel, including spreadsheet management, pivot tables, and V-Lookups.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities during peak seasons, particularly January through June.</li><li>Strong organizational and communication skills for managing client relationships and team responsibilities.</li><li>Capacity to identify opportunities for process improvement and enhance client service delivery.</li><li>Openness to candidates with varied educational backgrounds.</li></ul>
2026-11-09T00:00:00Z

12 results for Sr Finance Manager in Waterloo, ON