<p><strong>Plant Controller, 3-month contract</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> On-site, Guelph</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Overview:</strong></p><p> Robert Half is seeking an experienced Plant Controller to oversee accounting and financial operations at two manufacturing facilities. This position is fully on-site, supporting daily operations, financial planning, and reporting, while managing a small office team.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee all plant accounting functions, including financial statements, cost accounting, inventory management, and financial analysis.</li><li>Support both facilities by monitoring performance, helping drive operational improvements, and ensuring compliance with company policies.</li><li>Manage weekly/monthly reporting and forecasting; prepare budgets for plant operations.</li><li>Supervise, mentor, and develop two admin/accounting team members.</li><li>Collaborate with plant management and operations teams to identify and resolve financial issues.</li><li>Lead annual and interim inventory processes and ensure accurate reporting.</li><li>Maintain internal controls and support external/internal audits.</li><li>Provide timely and clear communication of financial results and recommendations to site leadership.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Our client, a growing junior mining company with active exploration and development assets, is seeking a <strong>Controller</strong> to lead its corporate accounting and financial reporting function. This is a hands-on role ideal for a designated accounting professional who thrives in a lean, entrepreneurial environment and wants to contribute directly to the company’s growth as it advances its projects.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.</li><li>Prepare and review financial statements, MD& A inputs, working papers, and supporting schedules.</li><li>Ensure compliance with IFRS and regulatory reporting requirements for TSX-listed issuers.</li><li>Liaise with external auditors and support audit planning, documentation, and review.</li><li>Oversee day-to-day corporate accounting, including AP, AR, banking, payroll oversight, and cash management.</li><li>Maintain and strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and financial processes.</li><li>Manage consolidation and reporting across multiple entities and jurisdictions.</li><li>Oversee chart of accounts, reconciliations, and general ledger integrity.</li><li>Maintain project cost reporting, budget tracking, and appropriate capitalization of exploration and development costs.</li><li>Support cash flow forecasting and capital planning for ongoing and future projects.</li><li>Assist the CFO with budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling.</li><li>Prepare analysis and reporting packages for the Board, Executive team, and investors.</li><li>Support financing activities, including due diligence, data room preparation, and performance metrics.</li><li>Improve accounting systems, automation, and reporting efficiency.</li><li>Implement scalable processes to support future growth and project expansion.</li><li>Supervise and mentor junior team members or outsourced accounting partners.</li></ul>
<p>A growing manufacturing organization is seeking a Corporate Controller to lead its accounting and financial reporting function. Reporting to the CFO, this role is responsible for overseeing day-to-day financial operations while playing a key role in long-term financial planning, performance improvement, and risk management. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, leadership experience, and a hands-on approach within a manufacturing environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>This is a 3-mon contract with a 3-4 days onsite work model in client's office in Etobicoke, ON. </strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead cash management, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting to support overall financial strategy.</li><li>Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with ASPE.</li><li>Ensure compliance with all applicable federal and provincial financial, tax, and payroll requirements.</li><li>Oversee the annual audit process, including coordination with external auditors and completion of all account reconciliations.</li><li>Maintain accurate and timely financial records, internal controls, and accounting procedures.</li><li>Partner with senior leadership to develop and manage operating, capital, and program budgets.</li><li>Develop and manage cash flow forecasting and working capital strategies aligned with business operations.</li><li>Support contract, grant, and project financial reporting and compliance requirements as applicable.</li><li>Conduct financial analysis and risk assessments related to assets, liabilities, and capital investments.</li><li>Monitor financial performance, identify variances, and recommend corrective actions to improve results.</li><li>Provide financial insight and decision support to the executive team.</li></ul><p><br></p>
