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Senior Cost Accountant

Toronto, ON
remote
Temporary
50 - 55 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Cost Accountant to join a Toronto, Ontario team in a Long-term Contract position. This role focuses on inventory and cost accounting, month-end activities, and financial analysis within a complex operating environment. The successful candidate will work closely with operations and other business partners to strengthen reporting accuracy, support process improvements, and provide meaningful financial insight to leadership. Responsibilities:• Manage cost accounting activities by maintaining calculations, monitoring cost flows, and supporting consistent valuation practices.• Partner with operations, logistics, and other internal teams to investigate inventory variances and improve the accuracy of stock balances.• Complete quarterly standard cost assessments and evaluate the financial impact of updates in collaboration with operational stakeholders.• Reconcile third-party logistics shipment records against internal data, including analysis of goods in transit and related discrepancies.• Contribute to inventory management system testing and help shape process design as part of implementation-related activities.• Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations for assigned accounts during the month-end close cycle.• Review financial results for designated areas, perform variance analysis, and present key findings to senior management.• Analyze product costing, cost of goods sold, gross margins, and profitability trends to support business decision-making.• Lead support activities for quarterly and year-end audits, oversee cycle count controls, and help maintain compliance with accounting standards and internal policies.
2026-10-21T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Grand Bend, ON
onsite
Permanent
80000 - 100000 CAD / Yearly
Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join their team in a fully on-site role. Reporting directly to the Controller, this position is responsible for supporting the organization's day-to-day accounting operations, financial reporting, reconciliations, and month-end close activities. The successful candidate will oversee general ledger maintenance, accounts payable and receivable, account reconciliations, and financial reporting while helping strengthen internal controls and improve accounting processes. This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced, inventory-driven environment and takes pride in maintaining accurate and reliable financial information. Key Responsibilities:Financial Reporting & Close<ul><li>Lead month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries and account reconciliations</li><li>Prepare financial statements, management reporting, and supporting analyses</li><li>Investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies</li><li>Support the development and enhancement of accounting policies and internal controls</li></ul>Financing & Inventory Accounting<ul><li>Record and reconcile inventory financing transactions</li><li>Monitor financing balances and prepare supporting reporting for management</li><li>Maintain accurate accounting records related to inventory and financing activities</li></ul>Reconciliations & General Accounting<ul><li>Perform reconciliations of key general ledger accounts</li><li>Complete cash and bank reconciliations</li><li>Ensure sub-ledgers remain balanced with the general ledger</li><li>Investigate and resolve variances on a timely basis</li></ul>Accounts Receivable<ul><li>Manage customer and internal receivables</li><li>Support collection activities and account monitoring</li><li>Review transactions and ensure compliance with company policies</li></ul>Vendor & Operational Accounting Support<ul><li>Assist with vendor-related reconciliations and claims processes</li><li>Maintain inventory costing records and supporting schedules</li><li>Support accounting requirements across multiple departments</li></ul>Additional Responsibilities<ul><li>Maintain fixed asset schedules</li><li>Assist with ERP/accounting system troubleshooting and issue resolution</li><li>Participate in process improvement initiatives</li></ul>
2026-09-30T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Burnaby, BC
onsite
Temporary
42.75 - 49.5 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join a manufacturing organization East of Vancouver, British Columbia. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a finance specialist who thrives in a manufacturing setting and brings strong expertise in financial reporting, inventory, and cost accounting. The successful candidate will contribute to accurate period-end reporting, support operational decision-making through financial analysis, and help improve accounting processes and controls. Responsibilities:• Lead the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial results to ensure timely and accurate reporting.• Oversee period-end close activities by preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and investigating fluctuations across key balances.• Analyze product costing and manufacturing expenses, including inventory valuation, production tracking, and cost performance trends.• Work closely with plant and operations leaders to assess inventory activity, production costs, and the main factors influencing manufacturing spend.• Support inventory accounting by completing reconciliations, assisting with cycle counts and physical counts, reviewing reserves, and maintaining costing accuracy.• Examine manufacturing variances, allocation methods, and inventory transactions to strengthen the reliability of financial information.• Provide accounting support for system and process enhancement initiatives, including workflow mapping, user testing, and implementation activities tied to inventory and costing functions.• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger, with particular attention to manufacturing-related accounts, inventory balances, and cost accounting entries.• Assist with year-end reporting and external audit requirements by preparing schedules, coordinating documentation, and responding to audit requests.• Contribute to integration work related to an acquired business operating on a different ERP, while helping enhance internal controls and improve accounting efficiency
2026-10-26T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Calgary, AB
onsite
Permanent
0 - 0 CAD / Yearly
Robert Half is working with a client to hire a Senior Accountant for a growing finance team. This role is ideal for an accounting professional who enjoys owning month-end processes, supporting financial reporting, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close activities</li><li>Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts</li><li>Assist with preparation of financial statements and supporting schedules</li><li>Analyze variances and provide insights to support business decisions</li><li>Support year-end audit activities and liaise with external auditors</li><li>Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and reporting requirements</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve processes and enhance reporting efficiency</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams on financial and operational matters</li></ul>
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Kitchener, ON
onsite
Permanent
85000 - 95000 CAD / Yearly
Our client is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their Finance team, assisting in maintaining the integrity of accounting information and systems, in accordance with the standard and rules under GAAP, as well as other regulatory bodies. You'll have these opportunities to reconcile, analyze and synthesize financial data from business operations. They play active role in preparation of public financial statements and other regulatory reports. Responsibilities:• Manage monthly, quarterly and year-end financial closes including assigned journal entries, balance sheet account reconciliations and accruals• Perform monthly review of financials to assess accuracy/completeness and variance analysis• Focused on revenue recognition, cut-off, contract maintenance, contract amortization/deferred revenue• Prepare audit schedules and quarterly consolidated financial statements to facilitate engagements with external auditors to ensure timely close• Assist in the development annual budgets and prepare variance analysis for management team• Ensure adherence to accounting principles and company policies• Responsible for timely and accurate ad-hoc reports as needed
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Coquitlam, BC
onsite
Permanent
85000 - 95000 CAD / Yearly
Our client, a growing and well-established organization in the consumer products and distribution space, is seeking a Senior Financial Accountant to join their finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a CPA-designated professional who enjoys operating in a hands-on environment where they can make a meaningful impact on both the accounting function and broader business operations. Reporting directly to the Divisional Controller, the Senior Financial Accountant will play a key role in full-cycle accounting, financial reporting, inventory accounting, process improvement initiatives, and operational support across multiple entities. The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrate strong business acumen, and possess the ability to identify issues, recommend solutions, and drive results independently. Key Responsibilities• Manage full-cycle accounting across multiple entities in accordance with ASPE standards.• Prepare journal entries related to fixed assets, inventory, accruals, prepaids, and other balance sheet accounts.• Support the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.• Prepare and review account reconciliations and investigate outstanding reconciling items.• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger and chart of accounts.• Support inventory accounting, valuation, adjustments, cycle count analysis, and variance investigations.• Perform gross margin, sales, pricing, and cost analysis as required.• Research and resolve accounting discrepancies, transaction issues, and financial reporting variances.• Partner with Sales, Operations, Quality Assurance, Warehouse, and IT teams to resolve financial and process-related issues.• Support external audits, tax filings, and regulatory compliance requirements.• Assist with customer deductions, rebates, chargebacks, broker commissions, and related reporting requirements.• Support budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting initiatives.• Identify process inefficiencies, control gaps, and opportunities for automation and operational improvements.• Assist with regulatory reporting and compliance requirements.• Provide backup support for critical accounting functions during peak periods and team absences.• Participate in special projects and other ad hoc accounting duties as required.
2026-10-29T00:00:00Z

Senior Staff Accountant

London, ON
onsite
Permanent
80000 - 120000 CAD / Yearly
We are assisting our client, a boutique full‑service public accounting firm based in London, Ontario, with hiring an experienced Intermediate Staff Accountant, Senior Staff Accountant or Manager to join their team. This position is suited to a designated accountant who brings strong assurance and tax expertise, along with the ability to manage files efficiently and deliver high-quality client service. The successful candidate will contribute sound judgment, clear communication, and a collaborative approach while supporting complex accounting engagements. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Lead and support assurance engagements for a range of clients, ensuring work is completed accurately and in accordance with industry standards.</li><li>Build and maintain strong client relationships, regularly assessing satisfaction and identifying opportunities to add value.</li><li>Maintain proactive communication with clients throughout the year, acting as a key point of contact.</li><li>Lead and execute fieldwork, providing regular engagement updates to leadership while managing and developing junior staff.</li><li>Adapt audit and accounting approaches to evolving client needs and business environments.</li><li>Apply a strong understanding of complex accounting and auditing standards to deliver practical, client-focused solutions.</li><li>Leverage technology to enhance efficiency, support knowledge sharing, and continuously improve service delivery.</li><li>Commit to ongoing professional development to deepen technical expertise and stay current with industry standards.</li><li>Prepare and review notice to reader, review engagement files, financial statements, and both personal and corporate tax returns.</li></ul>
2026-10-28T00:00:00Z

Senior Property Accountant

Calgary, AB
onsite
Temporary
0 - 0 CAD / Yearly
Our client is seeking a Senior Property Accountant for a 12-month contract opportunity supporting a portfolio of residential and commercial properties. This role is ideal for a hands-on accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys partnering with operations and property management teams. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Manage full-cycle property accounting for a portfolio of residential and commercial properties.</li><li>Complete month-end close, accruals, reconciliations, and financial reporting.</li><li>Prepare and review property-level financial statements and reports for Property Managers.</li><li>Calculate and reconcile Common Area Maintenance (CAM) recoveries.</li><li>Review tenant ledgers, security deposit transactions, and payable uploads.</li><li>Consolidate reporting for multiple properties.</li><li>Review and provide oversight to AP and intermediate accounting staff.</li><li>Collaborate with operations teams and identify process improvement opportunities.</li></ul>
2026-10-13T00:00:00Z

Senior Financial Analyst

Vancouver, BC
onsite
Temporary
55 - 65 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for a Senior Financial Analyst to join a leading organization in the Energy/Natural Resources sector in Vancouver, British Columbia. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented finance specialist who brings strong analytical judgment, a solid grasp of financial statements, and the ability to turn complex reporting into clear business insight. The successful candidate will work closely with finance partners and operational leaders to strengthen planning, reporting, and executive-level decision support. Responsibilities: • Examine consolidated financial results across six operating sites and corporate functions, confirming accuracy, investigating unusual results, and ensuring reported performance is supported by business activity and commentary. • Work alongside Finance Business Partners and site leadership to assess differences between budget, forecast, and actual performance, highlighting key trends, risks, and opportunities for decision-makers. • Develop and refine reporting packages and presentation materials for management and executive audiences, ensuring financial content is accurate, well-organized, and ready for leadership review. • Contribute to the annual planning process by supporting budget finalization, updating fiscal year actuals, and completing year-end adjustments and forecast revisions. • Assist with post year-end reporting changes by supporting account mapping, restructuring financial statement formats, and validating large volumes of data through detailed Excel-based analysis. • Interpret financial information to explain business performance clearly and provide actionable recommendations to internal stakeholders. • Review underlying assumptions in financial reports and challenge inconsistencies to improve the quality and reliability of analysis. • Support ongoing forecasting and modelling activities to help maintain timely and accurate financial outlooks across the business.
2026-10-27T00:00:00Z

Senior Tax Analyst

Calgary, AB
remote
Temporary
0 - 0 CAD / Yearly
THE ROLE:Our client is seeking a Senior Tax Analyst to join their team on a 15-month contract. This opportunity is ideal for a tax professional who thrives in a changing, fast-paced environment and enjoys tackling complex tax reporting, compliance, and risk-related initiatives. You'll play a key role in supporting global tax obligations, collaborating across departments, and helping the organization navigate evolving regulatory requirements while contributing to high-impact projects.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Support global tax governance, risk, and compliance initiatives while identifying and mitigating potential tax exposures</li><li>Manage U.S. and Canadian corporate tax reporting, compliance, and filing requirements</li><li>Provide tax guidance related to donor transactions, fund transfers, withholding taxes, and related activities</li><li>Support U.S. client billing processes and ensure appropriate tax treatment and compliance</li><li>Partner with Finance, Treasury, and other internal stakeholders on tax-related matters</li><li>Monitor changes in tax legislation and reporting requirements, assessing impacts to the business</li><li>Maintain tax documentation and support internal and external audit activities</li><li>Contribute to special projects and provide support across a variety of tax functions as needed</li></ul>ABOUT YOU:You are a detail-oriented and accountable tax professional who takes ownership of your work and operates with a high degree of integrity and confidentiality. Comfortable working in a collaborative, lean team environment, you're willing to roll up your sleeves, adapt to changing priorities, and support a broad range of tax activities. You enjoy working cross-functionally, solving complex problems, and delivering high-quality results while balancing multiple responsibilities. If you're excited about a contract role within a dynamic team where you can take ownership, tackle complex tax challenges, and make a tangible impact, this could be your ideal next career move WHAT'S ON OFFER?This contract opportunity provides exposure to a diverse range of U.S. and Canadian tax matters within a dynamic and evolving organization. You'll work alongside experienced professionals, gain valuable multinational tax experience, and contribute to meaningful initiatives that have a direct impact on the business. In addition to a collaborative and supportive environment, our client offers a competitive hourly wage, the opportunity to expand your expertise across multiple tax disciplines, and valuable experience with a growing global organization. If you have the qualifications we require and are ready to take on this challenge, we encourage you to apply today!
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Markham, ON
onsite
Temporary
35 - 40 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for a Senior Accountant to join a dynamic finance team supporting a diversified portfolio of businesses in Markham, Ontario. This Long-term Contract opportunity is well suited to an experienced accounting specialist who thrives in a hands-on, multi-entity environment and can balance accuracy with efficiency. The role will contribute to daily accounting operations, reporting, reconciliations, and financial oversight while partnering with internal teams to maintain strong financial controls. Responsibilities: • Lead core accounting activities across multiple entities, including general ledger oversight, payables, receivables, tax support, and audit preparation. • Coordinate invoice processing and payment cycles to ensure obligations are settled accurately and on schedule. • Reconcile balance sheet accounts, investigate variances, and maintain reliable supporting documentation for review. • Prepare sales tax reconciliations and complete required filings within established deadlines. • Administer rent-related payments and serve as a finance contact for landlord inquiries and correspondence. • Monitor cash positions, support banking activities, and assist with forecasting to improve visibility into short-term liquidity needs. • Drive month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities by recording journal entries, accruals, and other required adjustments. • Produce accurate financial statements and management reports in line with accounting standards and internal reporting requirements. • Maintain fixed asset records, including additions, disposals, depreciation, amortization, and capitalization treatment. • Recommend and support improvements to accounting processes, reporting practices, and system usage to enhance efficiency and control.
2026-10-27T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

South Huron/ Middlesex County (exeter, Lucan, Dashwood), ON
onsite
Permanent
85000 - 95000 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.
2026-10-28T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Mississauga, ON
onsite
Permanent
100000 - 110000 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>
2026-10-29T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Mississauga, ON
onsite
Temporary
35 - 37 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>
2026-10-27T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

York, ON
onsite
Permanent
75000 - 95000 CAD / Yearly
About the OpportunityOur client is a respected boutique public accounting firm in the York Region area that works with privately held businesses, entrepreneurs, and not-for-profit organizations. The firm offers a broad range of accounting, assurance, tax, and advisory services and is known for its collaborative team environment and long-standing client relationships.They are looking to add a designated CPA to their growing team. This is a fully in-office role that offers exposure to a diverse client portfolio and the opportunity to take on increasing responsibility across assurance, financial reporting, and tax engagements. Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage and review a variety of assurance and accounting engagements, including compilations, reviews, and audits.</li><li>Prepare and review corporate year-end files, financial statements, and related tax compliance work.</li><li>Support owner-managed clients with tax planning and business advisory matters.</li><li>Apply ASPE and ASNPO standards across a broad range of client engagements.</li><li>Prepare and review personal, trust, and corporate tax filings along with various compliance requirements.</li><li>Build relationships with clients and provide ongoing support on accounting and tax matters.</li><li>Assist with multiple client engagements simultaneously while meeting deadlines.</li><li>Participate in busy season requirements, including occasional evening and weekend work.</li><li>Travel locally to client sites on an as-needed basis.</li></ul>
2026-09-25T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Ottawa, ON
onsite
Permanent
70000 - 100000 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a construction-focused organization. In this role, you will contribute to accurate financial reporting, support planning and analysis activities, and help strengthen accounting practices across the business. This position is well suited to someone with strong attention to detail who can balance day-to-day accounting responsibilities with process improvement and cross-functional support. Responsibilities: • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and other periodic financial reports in a timely manner while helping ensure the accuracy of supporting records. • Review financial results, investigate variances, and provide analysis related to accounts, project costs, and overall business performance. • Contribute to budgeting and forecasting activities by compiling financial data, assessing trends, and supporting planning discussions. • Maintain and improve accounting procedures and internal controls, including reconciliations, inventory-related checks, and monitoring of purchasing commitments. • Administer key elements of the general ledger and accounting systems, ensuring transactions are recorded properly and consistently. • Assist with year-end audit requirements by preparing working papers, reconciliations, and other documentation requested by external auditors. • Support compliance-related accounting activities and help ensure reporting practices align with established standards and policies. • Provide guidance and informal training to entry-level accounting or administrative team members when needed. • Create and refine performance tracking tools and reports that help leadership monitor operational and financial indicators.
2026-10-27T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Ottawa, ON
onsite
Temporary
34.0385 - 39.413 CAD / Hourly
Robert Half Management Resources is the worldwide leader in specialized consulting and staffing services for senior-level accounting, finance, and business systems professionals. Our Crown Corporation client is seeking a bilingual Accountant for a ten-month contract. Reporting to the Accounting Manager, you will support day-to-day financial operations in a blue chip organization. The Accountant’s duties will include: · Validating and posting invoices in accounting systems· Coordinating weekly payment production and related reporting· Recording and tracking bank deposits and receivables· Monitoring contract agreement workflows · Providing support and guidance on financial processes and policies· Other related duties as required
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

Senior Financial Planning Analyst

London,, ON
onsite
Permanent
90000 - 120000 CAD / Yearly
Our client is a growing, technology-enabled organization with an international footprint and a strong track record of innovation, acquisition-driven growth, and operational excellence. The organization is seeking a Senior FP&A Specialist to partner directly with the CFO and help build out the organization's financial planning and analysis capabilities. This is a newly created role designed to increase the finance team's business partnering capacity and elevate the organization's financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and strategic decision-making processes. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work across multiple business functions, support senior leadership, and drive projects that have a direct impact on company performance and growth. Key Responsibilities:Financial Planning & Analysis<ul><li>Lead the annual budgeting process across multiple departments</li><li>Develop and maintain rolling forecasts, financial plans, and cash flow projections</li><li>Perform monthly and quarterly variance analysis and provide actionable insights</li><li>Build financial models to support business cases, investments, and strategic initiatives</li><li>Develop reporting and KPI dashboards to enhance decision-making</li><li>Partner with departmental leaders to review financial performance and budgets</li></ul>Strategic Initiatives<ul><li>Support business growth initiatives, acquisitions, integrations, and special projects</li><li>Conduct ROI analysis, scenario planning, and investment evaluations</li><li>Assist leadership with strategic planning and long-term decision-making</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve profitability and operational performance</li><li>Provide financial insights that support organizational objectives</li></ul>Systems & Process Improvement<ul><li>Act as a key finance systems resource and power user</li><li>Drive process automation and workflow improvements</li><li>Improve reporting efficiency and reduce manual processes</li><li>Leverage technology, AI tools, and advanced analytics to modernize finance operations</li><li>Support ERP optimization and reporting enhancements</li></ul>Business Partnering<ul><li>Build relationships with leaders across the organization</li><li>Present financial results, forecasts, and recommendations to non-finance stakeholders</li><li>Provide thoughtful challenge and guidance on spending, investments, and resource allocation</li><li>Help develop a stronger financial management culture throughout the business</li></ul>
2026-09-25T00:00:00Z

Senior Budget Analyst

Edmonton, AB
onsite
Temporary
0 - 0 CAD / Yearly
THE ROLE:Our public sector client is seeking an experienced Sr. Budget Analyst to support a key budgeting cycle and contribute to enhanced financial planning and decision-making across the organization. This contract opportunity is ideal for a finance professional who enjoys working with complex data, collaborating with stakeholders, and delivering meaningful financial insights.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Develop and refine budgeting templates, financial models, and reporting tools to improve planning processes</li><li>Partner with operational leaders and finance teams to provide analysis that supports strategic and business decisions</li><li>Coordinate quarterly budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities</li><li>Analyze budget variances, trends, and key performance indicators to identify risks and opportunities</li><li>Prepare financial reports and recommendations for management review</li><li>Support continuous improvement initiatives related to budgeting and reporting processes</li></ul>ABOUT YOU:You are a highly analytical finance professional with a strong background in budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning. You excel at transforming data into actionable insights and are comfortable working with multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced environment. Known for your attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities, you bring a proactive approach to problem-solving and thrive when supporting large-scale budget initiatives. WHAT'S ON OFFER:This contract opportunity offers the chance to contribute to a meaningful public sector organization while applying your expertise to high-impact financial initiatives. You'll work alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative environment and gain exposure to complex budgeting processes. A competitive hourly wage, flexible contract experience, and the opportunity to support strategic organizational priorities make this an attractive assignment for an accomplished finance professional.
2026-10-28T00:00:00Z

Cost Accountant

Waterloo, ON
onsite
Permanent
75000 - 85000 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for a Cost Accountant to join a manufacturing operation in Waterloo, Ontario and provide reliable financial insight that supports sound production and purchasing decisions. This position focuses on maintaining accurate product costing, reviewing operational variances, and delivering timely reporting that helps leaders understand plant performance. The successful candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to strengthen cost controls, improve data accuracy, and contribute to budgeting and ongoing efficiency initiatives. Responsibilities: • Maintain standard cost information by reviewing historical data, validating assumptions, and updating costing records to reflect current operating conditions. • Refresh raw material cost standards on a regular monthly cycle using forecast information supplied by the purchasing team. • Verify that production recipes and process specifications reflect accurate run rates and labour assumptions for costing purposes. • Investigate purchasing and material usage variances to identify discrepancies and keep bills of material and standard costs aligned with actual operations. • Prepare cost models for new items, product changes, and initiatives aimed at reducing manufacturing spend. • Collaborate with Purchasing, Research and Development, and Manufacturing to support cost approvals, track labour-related variances, and assess financial results after product launches. • Produce recurring operational finance reports covering areas such as purchase price variance, labour performance, yield, inventory movements, production volumes, and overhead spending. • Reconcile income statement activity by reviewing variance-related transactions and correcting inconsistencies where required. • Analyze plant expenses and prepare journal entries related to labour, utilities, and inventory account reconciliations. • Assist with the annual budgeting process and support cost-reduction efforts in partnership with operational finance leadership.
2026-10-09T00:00:00Z

Junior Accountant

Calgary, AB
onsite
Permanent
0 - 0 CAD / Yearly
Robert Half is seeking a Junior Accountant on behalf of our client, a growing organization looking to add a detail-oriented professional to its accounting team. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career accounting professional who is eager to build hands-on experience and contribute to day-to-day financial operations. Responsibilities <ul><li>Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable processing</li><li>Prepare and post journal entries</li><li>Reconcile bank accounts and general ledger accounts</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close activities</li><li>Maintain accurate financial records and documentation</li><li>Help prepare financial reports and spreadsheets</li><li>Review transactions for accuracy and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Assist with audits and other accounting projects as needed</li><li>Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting procedures</li></ul>
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Burlington, ON
onsite
Permanent
65000 - 75000 CAD / Yearly
Our client, an established public accounting firm, is seeking a Staff Accountant / Tax Preparer to join their growing team. This opportunity is ideal for an individual working toward their CPA designation or considering the CPA path, with experience in public accounting and an interest in both accounting and taxation. The successful candidate will work directly with small to mid-sized businesses, owner-managed companies, and individuals, gaining exposure to corporate accounting, year-end engagements, and tax preparation. Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare corporate, personal, and partnership income tax returns</li><li>Assist with year-end engagements, including compilation and review files</li><li>Prepare working papers, account reconciliations, and financial statements</li><li>Analyze client records and identify discrepancies or areas requiring follow-up</li><li>Assist with bookkeeping and month-end accounting support for clients</li><li>Communicate with clients to obtain documentation and resolve accounting inquiries</li><li>Respond to CRA correspondence and client tax questions</li><li>Support senior accountants and managers on client engagements</li><li>Contribute to special projects and process improvements as required</li></ul>
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Mississauga,, ON
onsite
Permanent
50000 - 75000 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a public accounting team in Mississauga, Ontario. This position is suited to someone who brings hands-on experience in Canadian public practice and is comfortable handling bookkeeping, tax preparation, and year-end accounting work with minimal day-to-day direction. The successful candidate will support a range of client files while maintaining accuracy, meeting deadlines, and delivering dependable financial reporting and compliance support. Responsibilities: • Manage complete bookkeeping activities for client accounts, including maintaining accurate financial records and processing routine transactions. • Perform regular reconciliations for bank and credit card accounts to ensure balances are accurate and discrepancies are resolved promptly. • Prepare T1 personal income tax returns with attention to current tax rules and supporting documentation requirements. • Complete T2 corporate tax filings for a variety of clients in accordance with Canadian tax regulations and reporting timelines. • Assemble year-end working paper files and assist in producing financial statements that are organized, accurate, and ready for review. • Support indirect tax and regulatory filing obligations, including sales tax submissions and related compliance requirements. • Use QuickBooks and Canadian tax software to maintain client records, prepare filings, and streamline file completion. • Work independently across ongoing bookkeeping and tax assignments while managing multiple deadlines in a public accounting environment.
2026-10-21T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Waterloo, ON
onsite
Permanent
85000 - 100000 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a busy public practice team. This role is well suited to someone who enjoys managing a high volume of client files while delivering accurate accounting and tax work across a range of small engagements. The successful candidate will contribute to compilation and review work, prepare corporate and personal tax returns, and maintain strong client relationships through responsive and attentive service. Responsibilities: • Prepare compilation and review engagement files for a diverse portfolio of small business and individual clients. • Complete corporate and personal income tax returns with a high level of accuracy and attention to deadlines. • Handle required organizational and government filings in accordance with applicable Canadian regulatory requirements. • Communicate directly with clients to gather information, clarify issues, and build strong working relationships across multiple accounts. • Support accounting processes by assisting with limited bookkeeping tasks, including maintaining financial records where needed. • Perform bank reconciliations, post journal entries, and help maintain complete and accurate general ledger records. • Contribute to month-end activities and ensure client files are organized, up to date, and ready for reporting. • Use CaseWare, CaseView, and tax preparation software to complete files efficiently and maintain documentation standards.
2026-10-06T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Toronto, ON
onsite
Temporary
38 - 44 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a media organization in Toronto, Ontario on a Long-term Contract basis. This position is well suited to an accounting specialist who enjoys hands-on transactional work while keeping financial records accurate and current. The successful candidate will contribute across daily accounting activities, period-end close processes, and reporting support, while working with a high level of independence in a collaborative team environment. Responsibilities: • Manage day-to-day accounting transactions across payables, receivables, and general ledger activities to maintain accurate financial records. • Complete bank and account reconciliations on a regular basis, investigating discrepancies and resolving outstanding items promptly. • Prepare and post journal entries and support month-end and quarter-end close activities with careful attention to deadlines. • Maintain bookkeeping records and ensure financial information is organized, current, and aligned with internal reporting needs. • Assist with required organizational filings and submissions, ensuring documentation is complete and submitted on time. • Provide support during audit periods by gathering schedules, reconciling balances, and preparing requested backup documentation. • Work with accounting data in Vantage and use Excel to analyze transactions, track balances, and support reporting requirements. • Collaborate with the broader accounting and bookkeeping team while managing assigned work with minimal supervision.
2026-10-14T00:00:00Z

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