<p>Are you a visionary financial leader with a knack for multi-entity operations, technology integration, and process improvement? If so, we have an excellent opportunity as a <strong>Group Controller</strong> for a well-established and growing distribution organization. Our client prides itself on fostering a collaborative culture and values-driven growth backed by acquisitions.</p><p><br></p><p>Reporting to the CFO and leading a team of 7-10 staff, this is a unique opportunity to lead change within a company that supports career development and values innovation. We're looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced yet supportive environment and who brings a combination of technical expertise, leadership acumen, and a collaborative spirit.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What is in it for you?</strong></p><ul><li>Low Turnover with Tenured Teams: Be part of a stable environment where existing teams have deep industry knowledge and long-standing relationships.</li><li>Growth Through Acquisitions: Join a company that’s expanding operations strategically, creating opportunities for internal career advancement.</li><li>Career Development: Become a key player in an organization that prioritizes investing in employees' growth and upward mobility.</li><li>Technology-Driven: Lead the charge in automating financial reporting and implementing ERP/dashboards for smarter, faster decision-making.</li></ul><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><strong>Accounting and Financial Reporting (ASPE)</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee financial reporting across Canadian and US business units, ensuring timely, accurate, and insights-driven consolidation on a monthly, quarterly, trailing 12-month, and annual basis.</li><li>Conduct robust variance analyses and close month-end processes within 10 business days, including workbook updates and intercompany reconciliations.</li><li>Oversee inventory valuation considerations (e.g., tariffs, landed costs, purchase discounts) and performance metrics across numerous product lines.</li></ul><p><strong>Tax Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Manage corporate tax reporting and timely compliance across Canada and the United States, including transfer pricing arrangements.</li><li>Collaborate with external tax advisors on complex filings for federal, state/provincial, and local requirements.</li></ul><p><strong>Strategic Financial Initiatives</strong></p><ul><li>Support M& A due diligence, post-acquisition integration, and financial modeling for strategic growth initiatives.</li><li>Forecast trends in working capital, backlogs, pricing margins, and customer/supplier behavior to optimize business decisions.</li><li>Drive cost reduction via operational synergies during integrations.</li></ul><p><strong>Technology Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Spearhead ERP system implementations, creating real-time KPI dashboards for more efficient decision-making.</li><li>Leverage AI and automation tools (e.g., BI tools, Expensify) to streamline tasks while maintaining rigorous controls.</li></ul><p><strong>Management & Collaboration</strong></p><ul><li>Partner with cross-functional teams (sales, operations, IT) to align financial strategy with broader business objectives.</li><li>Simplify communication of financial insights for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Job Description: Assistant Controller</strong></p><p><strong>Work Arrangement: Onsite daily</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Position Overview:</strong> We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented <strong>Assistant Controller</strong> to join our finance and accounting team. The Assistant Controller will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy of financial records, maintaining subledgers, performing day-to-day accounting tasks, preparing financial statements, and assisting with financial reporting. This role requires a strong grasp of advanced Excel functions, proficiency in Yardi Voyager, and a passion for implementing efficient accounting processes through the development and documentation of standard operating procedures (SOPs).</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage daily accounting activities, including general ledger maintenance, journal entries, reconciliations, and subledger verification.</li><li>Ensure timely and accurate processing of transactions while maintaining compliance with corporate accounting policies and applicable regulations.</li><li>Prepare accurate and timely financial statements and reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.</li><li>Assist in the preparation of variance analyses and management reporting packages.</li><li>Review and monitor subledger accounts to ensure completeness and accuracy.</li><li>Resolve discrepancies and improve the integrity of financial records by performing thorough subledger clean-up efforts.</li><li>Use advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and complex formulas, to analyze data and streamline accounting functions.</li><li>Develop financial models and templates to enhance reporting efficiency.</li><li>Leverage expertise in Yardi Voyager to manage accounts, monitor transactions, generate reports, and support accounting workflows.</li><li>Serve as the go-to resource for troubleshooting issues and ensuring effective system utilization.</li><li>Identify opportunities to enhance accounting processes and internal controls.</li><li>Develop, document, and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) to promote consistency and efficiency within the finance function.</li><li>Work closely with the Controller and other team members to support monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.</li><li>Assist with audits, special projects, and ad-hoc financial requests as needed.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>This Financial Controller opportunity with our client downtown Toronto will be responsible for overseeing all financial and accounting functions at the company. The ideal candidate will have no less than 10 years of progressive accounting experience within a professional services firm, demonstrating strong leadership, sound judgment, and an in-depth understanding of accounting practices. This role is integral to the Firm’s financial management, compliance, and operational success.</p><p><br></p><p>• Liaise with the MP to support and execute the Firm’s operational and financial </p><p>initiatives.</p><p>• Manage the accounting department, including supervision and mentorship of </p><p>accounting clerks.</p><p>• Oversee all accounting functions, including:</p><p>o Billing & Collections</p><p>o Trust Accounting</p><p>o Accounts Receivable (A/R) and Accounts Payable (A/P)</p><p>o Bank Reconciliations</p><p>• Ensure compliance with Law Society of Ontario (LSO) and Canada Revenue </p><p>Agency (CRA) regulations applicable to the Firm and its lawyers.</p><p>• Assist with LawPro management, renewals, updates, and LSO annual filings.</p><p>• Participate in management meetings with the Managing Partner and Partnership, </p><p>as required.</p><p>• Collaborate with the Firm’s external accountants for corporate tax filings and yearend reporting (T3, T4, T5013).</p><p>• Support the transition to new accounting, billing, or practice management software, </p><p>including system selection, implementation, training, and vendor coordination.</p><p>• Work with the Managing Partner to formalize and enhance the Firm’s accounting </p><p>policies, procedures, and reporting processes.</p><p>• Promote compliance across the Firm by communicating accounting procedures </p><p>and monitoring lawyer billing and collections.</p><p>• Liaise with clients and vendors regarding invoicing, fee payments, and overdue </p><p>accounts.</p><p>• Prepare and manage Profit & Loss (P& L) and Balance Sheet statements.</p><p>• Prepare monthly cash flow forecasts and detailed financial reports for the </p><p>Managing Partner and Founding Partner, including cash positions for both general </p><p>and trust accounts</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Sr. Financial Analyst to join our team in Toronto. In this role, you will provide strategic financial insights and support to drive business decisions. Your expertise will play a vital role in financial reporting, managing budgets, analyzing data, and improving financial processes.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the preparation of accurate and timely monthly claims, and periodic financial reports, as required and in compliance with complex funding agreements and guidelines. </p><p>• Prepare Child and Family Development wage subsidy, general operating, Canada-Wide Early Learning & Child Care funding, and other Government grants reconciliations by Region, as required and in compliance with funding agreement and guidelines. </p><p>• Assist the Associate Manager Finance and Child and Family Development General Managers in reviewing complex funding agreements and guidelines, as well as the budgeting process and analysis of all programs. </p><p>• Prepare budget submissions for CFD contracts and for child care centers regional funding. </p><p>• Manage month-end preparation and closing procedures in an accurate and timely manner. </p><p>• Prepare the reconciliation of accounts receivable, deferred revenues, and other selected General Ledger accounts related to Government funding, and review monthly revenue drawdowns and Association Allocations (A& A) calculations. </p><p>• Perform budget variance analysis. </p>
<p><strong>Finance Business Partner – Guelph, Ontario (in office)</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Are you a newly designated CPA (or on the verge of finishing) and ready to take the next step out of public practice? This role is a great opportunity to apply your technical accounting skills in a supportive, collaborative environment where you can make a real impact — without sacrificing your work–life balance. As a <strong>Finance Business Partner</strong> on our team, you’ll gain exposure to complex and interesting transactions, contribute to process improvements, and see the direct results of your work on business decisions. You’ll also enjoy a culture that values your growth while respecting your time outside of the office.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><ul><li>Build and prepare financial statements and reports to support financial management and decision making.</li><li>Ensure accurate allocation of costs through careful analysis.</li><li>Respond to third party (banks, auditor, tax, insurance, benefits providers) inquiries as needed.</li><li>Analyze financial performance and KPIs, providing clear and insightful variance explanations.</li><li>Handle a variety of accounting tasks and complex transactions that keep things running smoothly.</li><li>Support and collaborate with team members, offering leadership when needed.</li><li>Jump in on special projects and provide coverage during peak periods, gaining exposure to new areas of finance.</li></ul>
<p>Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for investment management and operational excellence? Robert Half is seeking a skilled <strong>Portfolio Administrator</strong> on behalf of our client, a reputable and well-established investment management firm. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in ensuring operational accuracy and supporting client service for a high-performing team within the financial services industry.</p><p><br></p><p>In this position, you will be responsible for tasks such as client onboarding, daily reconciliations, pooled fund trading oversight, and ensuring compliance with regulatory processes. If you have a client-focused mindset, deep financial knowledge, and impeccable attention to detail, we encourage you to apply today.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and maintain accurate reports for clients, management, and internal stakeholders.</li><li>Facilitate client onboarding by managing account opening documentation and ensuring compliance with KYC and FATCA requirements.</li><li>Handle client requests with professionalism and accuracy, including correspondence and reporting.</li><li>Reconcile daily transactions between internal systems and custodians for accuracy and efficiency.</li><li>Provide support for pooled fund activities, including trade tracking, NAV (Net Asset Value) calculations, and financial reporting processes.</li><li>Review trade allocations to ensure compliance and accuracy while adhering to firm and regulatory guidelines.</li><li>Assist in drafting and distributing client communications, as well as supporting regulatory filings and internal recordkeeping efforts.</li><li>Coordinate presentations, client events, and other related activities as needed.</li></ul><p> </p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
We are looking for a skilled Controller to oversee financial operations and ensure compliance with corporate and regulatory standards. Based in Kitchener, Ontario, this role involves managing forecasting, budgeting, and cost analysis while supporting the organization’s long-term financial goals. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in accounting functions, inventory management, and process improvement.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee financial forecasting, budgeting, and capital planning to support the organization’s strategic goals.<br>• Conduct quarterly close processes and prepare financial reports to ensure accuracy and compliance.<br>• Manage costing activities, including inventory valuation, perpetual inventory systems, and physical inventory counts.<br>• Collaborate with consultants to prepare tax returns and oversee SR& ED claims.<br>• Evaluate new product costs, review quotes, and provide insights to support decision-making processes.<br>• Ensure compliance with customs and border-crossing requirements, including CT PAT certification standards.<br>• Supervise insurance administration and compliance for long-lead-time inventory planning.<br>• Work with external auditors to facilitate year-end audits and ensure smooth financial reporting.<br>• Lead special projects to develop and refine forecasting and budgeting processes.
