<p>Are you an experienced accounting professional looking for an opportunity to lead and grow within a dynamic and growing company? Our client specializes in custom design, manufacture, and assembly of of projects throughout North America and expanding the team by hiring a Controller. <strong>Note that this role is 100% onsite until the new Controller is able to effectly perform the position in a hybrid capacity.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>As the Controller, you will report to the COO and take ownership of the organization's financial operations, ensuring accuracy and efficiency while supporting business goals. You will be an integral part of the leadership team and collaborate with other departments including Operations, Production, Project Management and Supply Chain/Procurement.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities include:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Leadership & Oversight: </strong>Provide direction for daily accounting processes, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and the general ledger.</li><li><strong>Financial Reporting:</strong> Ensure accurate and timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.</li><li><strong>Internal Controls: </strong>Maintain internal financial safeguards, oversee budgets, track costs, and monitor expenditures.</li><li><strong>Cash Flow Management: </strong>Drive forecasting and cash flow planning in collaboration with organizational leadership.</li><li><strong>Audit Readiness: </strong>Coordinate the annual audit process and serve as the primary liaison for external auditors.</li><li><strong>Compliance:</strong> Ensure adherence to all financial, tax, and regulatory reporting requirements.</li><li><strong>Process Improvement: </strong>Lead initiatives to optimize accounting processes and systems for greater efficiency.</li><li><strong>Inventory Management:</strong> Support cost tracking and analysis for inventory control.</li><li><strong>Project Support:</strong> Provide financial expertise related to cost control, job costing, and billing for project management teams.</li><li><strong>Team Development: </strong>Supervise, train, and mentor junior accounting staff, fostering a high-performance team-oriented culture.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Our client, an innovative and fast-growing technology company located in Downtown Vancouver, is seeking an experienced Senior Manager, Payroll to lead and elevate its payroll function across a multi-entity organization with employees in Canada and the United States. This is a full-time, in-office role suited for a hands-on leader who thrives in a dynamic, high-growth environment and enjoys building scalable, efficient payroll operations that support a people-first culture.</p><p><br></p><p>In this role, you will provide both strategic leadership and day-to-day oversight of payroll operations, partner closely with cross-functional teams, and help ensure payroll processes keep pace with a rapidly evolving organization.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Lead and manage the day-to-day activities of the payroll function for US and Canadian hourly and salaried employees.</p><p>• Manage, mentor, and coach payroll team members, supporting career development and performance management.</p><p>• Develop, maintain, and enhance payroll policies, procedures, and timekeeping processes.</p><p>• Oversee ongoing payroll operations and system optimization in partnership with internal stakeholders and external vendors.</p><p>• Review and approve payroll reports, analyses, contribution files (e.g., retirement plans), and benefit invoices prior to submission and reconciliation.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with all federal, provincial, and state payroll tax, reporting, and remittance requirements.</p><p>• Monitor legislative and regulatory changes impacting payroll, compensation, and benefits, and communicate implications to stakeholders.</p><p>• Maintain strict confidentiality of payroll data and employee information.</p><p>• Act as the payroll subject matter expert, identifying opportunities for process improvement and efficiency.</p><p>• Lead continuous improvement initiatives related to payroll processes and controls.</p><p>• Prepare and review preliminary payroll reports and comparative analyses.</p><p>• Identify, investigate, and resolve payroll discrepancies and issues.</p><p>• Lead and support payroll-related audits.</p>
<p><strong>Fund Administrator </strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> North York ; hybrid </p><p><strong>About the Firm</strong></p><p>The firm operates within the Canadian exempt market and is registered as an Investment Fund Manager (IFM), Portfolio Manager (PM), and Exempt Market Dealer (EMD). It provides regulatory compliance and operational support to issuers distributing securities in the exempt market and manages private investment funds.</p><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>The firm is seeking a <strong>Fund Administrator</strong> to support investment fund operations while assisting the compliance function. This role offers broad exposure to fund administration, registrant compliance, and portfolio oversight, working closely with the compliance team and Portfolio Manager in a dynamic environment.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Fund Administration</strong></p><ul><li>Perform Investment Fund Manager (IFM) duties, including:</li><li>Monthly NAV calculations and reconciliations</li><li>Trade settlements and cash management</li><li>Investor subscriptions and redemptions</li><li>Coordination of fund audits</li><li>Review and approval of monthly investor statements</li></ul><p><strong>Compliance Support</strong></p><ul><li>Review and approve investor transactions using dealer compliance software</li><li>Assist with registrant compliance initiatives and internal controls</li><li>Support the onboarding of new issuers, including:</li><li>Issuer due diligence</li><li>Offering document review</li><li>Dealing representative setup and training</li><li>Register as a Dealing Representative on the firm’s EMD platform and assist with periodic investor onboarding</li></ul><p><strong>Portfolio & Reporting Support</strong></p><ul><li>Assist the Portfolio Manager with Know-Your-Product (KYP) analysis for securities held within each fund</li><li>Attend investment meetings and prepare meeting notes</li><li>Monitor news, earnings releases, and performance of portfolio holdings</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Our client in the Crown Corp industry is looking to add a Senior Specialist, Total Rewards to their HR team. This is a full-time/permanent role.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Advantages:</strong></p><p>-Competitive salary (89-111K)</p><p>-Full benefits + pension</p><p>-4 weeks vacation + 3 weeks sick time off</p><p>-HSA/Wellness</p><p>-Hybrid + flex hours</p><p>-Excellent team and manager</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Develop and implement pay equity, pension, benefits, and recognition reward policies aligned with organizational strategies and regulatory requirements.</p><p>• Manage compensation programs, including salary adjustments, merit increases, bonuses, and employee recognition initiatives.</p><p>• Provide expert advice and coaching to HR teams and business leaders regarding total rewards programs.</p><p>• Assess and refine total rewards strategies to ensure alignment with business objectives and workforce needs.</p><p>• Oversee system ownership and maintenance, ensuring tools and reporting mechanisms support organizational goals.</p><p>• Monitor and ensure compliance with governance standards, including regular reporting to regulatory bodies.</p><p>• Design and deliver educational programs on pay equity, retirement planning, and recognition rewards for employees and management.</p><p>• Develop communication materials such as booklets, intranet updates, and total rewards statements.</p><p>• Prepare executive-level briefings and presentations on program performance and strategic initiatives.</p><p>• Utilize analytics to evaluate compensation offerings and support data-driven decision-making.</p>
<p>Senior Commercial Lending Specialist</p><p><br></p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>Reporting to management, the Senior Commercial Lending Specialist delivers a full range of commercial lending services to business members. This includes processing and approving applications within authorized limits for commercial loans, mortgages, lines of credit, and construction financing. The role involves financial analysis, underwriting, risk assessment, portfolio monitoring, and a strong focus on accuracy, compliance, and member service.</p><p><br></p><p>This position is ideal for someone who brings credit union experience, strong underwriting expertise, and a passion for helping businesses thrive.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p>Member & Lending Services</p><ul><li>Conduct interviews with commercial and small business members to determine lending needs and complete loan applications.</li><li>Process applications for commercial loans, builders’ mortgages, lines of credit, and small business lending by reviewing financial statements, credit reports, appraisals, and supporting documentation.</li><li>Prepare loan documentation such as guarantees, promissory notes, security documents, and commitment letters; ensure accuracy and compliance.</li><li>Set up and maintain commercial loan files, ensuring accurate coding, classifications, payment schedules, and system entries.</li></ul><p>Underwriting & Risk Management</p><ul><li>Perform detailed financial analysis, assess risk ratings, evaluate collateral, and make recommendations within established lending limits.</li><li>Review commercial financial statements, cash flow, receivables, and net worth calculations to determine creditworthiness.</li><li>Track and manage renewals, mid-term adjustments, insurance requirements, and security registrations.</li><li>Monitor expiring financial statements, lien searches, PPSA registrations, and property valuations.</li></ul><p>Construction & Mortgage Administration</p><ul><li>Oversee construction mortgages, including site inspections, draw calculations, progress disbursements, and securing proper documentation.</li><li>Prepare payout statements, calculate penalties, and coordinate mortgage discharges with legal teams.</li></ul><p>Portfolio Support & Reporting</p><ul><li>Compile data for month-end reporting, loan renewals, disbursements, appraisals, insurance, and letters of credit.</li><li>Maintain Letters of Credit documentation, process holds/freezes, and manage system updates.</li><li>Provide administrative support to the lending manager, contribute to delinquency monitoring, and coordinate with legal counsel and bailiffs when required.</li></ul><p>Member Service & Team Collaboration</p><ul><li>Respond to member inquiries regarding commercial lending products, criteria, and loan terms.</li><li>Troubleshoot issues with existing commercial accounts and coordinate with internal departments and external stakeholders.</li><li>Provide training and guidance to lending staff on lending policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>We are seeking an experienced Procurement Risk Manager to help strengthen a client’s vendor risk management function. In this role, you’ll connect Procurement, Risk, Legal, Compliance, InfoSec, and business teams to ensure everyone is aligned and risks are clearly communicated. You will guide process improvements in the vendor lifecycle, lead due diligence on vendors, and manage a team focused on high-quality results.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Enhance and oversee vendor onboarding and routine assessment processes, including tracking compliance and reporting status.</li><li>Collaborate with departments like InfoSec, Privacy, and Assurance to ensure all regulatory requirements are met during vendor reviews.</li><li>Perform risk assessments on new and existing third-party vendors, focusing on key risk areas.</li><li>Maintain a risk register to track identified risks and mitigation plans.</li><li>Train staff on risk management policies, tools, and best practices to build awareness across the company.</li><li>Contribute to risk governance and reporting, ensuring leadership is updated on significant vendor and compliance risks.</li><li>Drive improvements to supplier onboarding, aligning processes with regulations and conducting comprehensive due diligence.</li><li>Manage the full supplier lifecycle together with colleagues in Procurement and other business areas.</li></ul><p> </p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>Under the general direction of the Procurement Manager, the Demand Planner is responsible for working alongside the Manager to ensure inventory accuracy at all three facilities. This includes receiving purchase orders and actively monitoring on-hand inventory levels to track changes and ensure optimal stock is maintained to meet customer orders and demands.</p><p><br></p><p>General Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Responsible for following company policies</li><li>Maintains knowledge of and executes all Company Policies and Procedures as required by the organization and other regulatory agencies</li><li>Maintains and represents a professional and positive image for the Companies at all times</li><li>Functions as a team member</li><li>Performs other related duties as assigned, including holiday relief</li></ul><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts using historical data, market trends, and customer insights</li><li>Monitor inventory levels and recommend replenishment strategies to minimize stockouts and overstock situations</li><li>Collaborate with purchasing and sales teams to align forecasts with promotional activities and seasonal cycles</li><li>Analyze sales data and supply chain metrics to identify opportunities for improvement</li><li>Maintain demand planning systems and tools, ensuring data integrity and usability</li><li>Prepare regular reports and present insights to management</li></ul><p>Inventory & Supply Chain Coordination</p><ul><li>Monitor inventory levels across all branches and recommend optimal stock levels to meet service targets</li><li>Coordinate with procurement and logistics teams to ensure timely replenishment and minimize excess inventory</li><li>Identify and mitigate supply risks by developing contingency plans for critical products</li><li>Track supplier lead times and adjust planning parameters accordingly</li></ul><p>Data Analysis & Reporting</p><ul><li>Generate weekly and monthly demand planning reports, including forecast accuracy, inventory turnover, and service level metrics</li><li>Conduct root cause analysis for forecast variances and inventory discrepancies</li><li>Use ERP and planning tools to maintain master data accuracy (e.g., lead times, safety stock, reorder points)</li></ul><p>Continuous Improvement & Strategic Initiatives</p><ul><li>Identify opportunities to improve forecasting processes, tools, and data quality</li><li>Lead or support projects related to supply chain optimization, digital transformation, or sustainability in feed sourcing</li><li>Stay informed on industry trends, customer behavior, and regulatory changes that may impact demand</li></ul><p>Other Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Responsible for receiving purchase orders in the company system, ensuring accuracy and timely entry.</li><li>Responsible for ensuring accuracy of receiving records and backup documentation by reconciling them with purchase orders and verifying landed cost calculations.</li><li>Responsible for assisting in monthly inventory counts and requesting spot counts when necessary.</li><li>Responsible for reconciling physical count of inventory with amount showing in company system and investigating all discrepancies.</li><li>Responsible for ensuring that any damaged or misplaced inventory items are accounted for and handled according to company processes.</li><li>Responsible for ensuring compliance with internal policies and procedures and external regulations</li></ul>
<p>Our client is looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Accounting Manager or Controller to lead financial operations and organizational administration in Ottawa, ON. This role is ideal for a skilled individual eager to contribute to financial reporting, operational excellence, and compliance within a dynamic environment. The successful candidate will bring strong analytical skills, a solutions-oriented mindset, and the ability to optimize processes for enhanced efficiency.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Reconcile monthly bank accounts and ensure alignment between Sage 50 and iMIS account balances.</p><p>• Oversee invoicing for non-membership services and monitor accounts receivable for timely collections.</p><p>• Manage full-cycle accounting processes, including data entry into Sage 50, payroll, and accounts payable.</p><p>• Prepare and deliver monthly financial reports, reconciliations, and in-depth analyses with actionable insights.</p><p>• Maintain compliance with tax filings, audits, and regulatory obligations while ensuring internal controls are upheld.</p><p>• Collaborate on annual budget preparation and provide financial projections and analysis to support organizational goals.</p><p>• Supervise the processing and invoicing of membership fees, sponsorships, event registrations, and donations.</p><p>• Research and recommend operational improvements to enhance organizational efficiency.</p><p>• Manage outsourced IT services to ensure seamless technology operations and system functionality.</p><p>• Assist with human resources tasks, including benefits administration, in collaboration with the Director of Finance.</p>
