<p>Our client is a global publicly traded manufacturing company. As a result of exciting growth, they are adding a new position to the Canadian Finance Team. As <strong>Junior Accounting Manager</strong>, you will play a key role in managing accounting activities for North American business entities. Reporting to the NA Manager, your responsibilities will include:</p><p><br></p><p><strong>General Accounting</strong></p><ul><li>Manage day-to-day accounting activities: journal entries, provisions, general ledger maintenance, cost accounting, and financial reporting.</li><li>Act as liaison between NA Business Units, Shared Services, and Corporate functions.</li><li>Perform account reconciliations and variance analysis for balance sheet and P& L accounts.</li><li>Prepare financial statements and support internal/external audits.</li><li>Ensure compliance with accounting regulations and maintain internal controls.</li><li>Oversee accounting processes performed by external partners for accuracy.</li><li>Support tax reporting and provide financial data as required.</li></ul><p><strong>Monthly & Year-End Closing</strong></p><ul><li>Manage monthly closing activities with accuracy and timeliness.</li><li>Resolve issues impacting month-end close and communicate results to stakeholders.</li><li>Prepare internal and external reports for business units, corporate consolidation, and tax authorities.</li></ul><p><strong>Process Optimization</strong></p><ul><li>Participate in end-to-end projects, including requirements gathering, testing, and implementation.</li><li>Drive process improvements and automation in collaboration with Finance, Operations, and IT.</li><li>Analyze financial data to identify discrepancies and opportunities for optimization.</li></ul><p><strong>What is in it for You?</strong></p><ul><li>Strong compensation package including bonus, company-paid benefits from Day 1, company pension, paid vacation & personal days, CPA dues, PD and tuition reimbursement.</li><li>Hybrid work arrangement.</li><li>Opportunity to work for a large global publicly traded company.</li><li>Exciting future career growth.</li></ul>
<p>We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Senior Manager, Audit OR Tax to join our team in the Woodstock/ Stratford area of Ontario. In this role, you will lead audit engagements for private clients, ensuring adherence to detail-oriented standards and delivering high-quality results. This is an excellent opportunity to utilize your leadership and expertise in audit and assurance while contributing to the growth and success of our firm.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead and manage audit, review, and compliance engagements for a diverse portfolio of clients, including public and private organizations.</p><p>• Develop and implement audit strategies, plans, and deliverables such as working papers, financial statements, and internal control assessments.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with Canadian detail-oriented standards, resolving client issues and maintaining high-quality assurance processes.</p><p>• Supervise and mentor audit team members, providing ongoing coaching, performance feedback, and detail-oriented development opportunities.</p><p>• Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor and identifying opportunities to deliver additional value.</p><p>• Support business development initiatives by preparing proposals and fostering new client relationships within the Woodstock community.</p><p>• Oversee engagement budgets, billing, and project financials, ensuring efficient management and profitability.</p><p>• Contribute to the development and optimization of internal workflows and processes, leveraging technology advancements to improve efficiency.</p><p>• Drive a culture of accountability within the team, ensuring project deadlines and quality expectations are consistently met.</p>
<p>We are looking for a dedicated Financial Manager to join our client's team for this hybrid (on site primary) role in Kitchener- Waterloo, Ontario. This position offers an exciting opportunity to oversee financial reporting, tax compliance, and support strategic decision-making across multiple entities. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and a solid grasp of corporate tax and financial reporting practices.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the preparation and review of financial statements, ensuring timely and accurate reporting across various entities.</p><p>• Supervise the general ledger team and provide guidance on tax preparation, workpapers, and open items.</p><p>• Present financial reports to senior leadership, including the Controller, and provide insights to support decision-making.</p><p>• Review internally prepared tax returns and handle complex sections, focusing on operations within Ontario.</p><p>• Collaborate on financial planning and analysis initiatives to support organizational goals.</p><p>• Oversee year-end audits and ensure compliance with all relevant standards.</p><p>• Manage financial operations for over 5 entities, including active and holding companies, with occasional consolidation tasks.</p><p>• Ensure adherence to compliance standards and regulatory requirements across all financial activities.</p>
<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>
We are looking for a dedicated Property Accountant to oversee the complete accounting cycle for a portfolio of real estate properties. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, supporting operations through detailed analysis, and maintaining compliance with accounting standards. This position is based in Waterloo, Ontario, and offers an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare monthly journal entries and perform reconciliations for bank accounts, general ledgers, and sub-ledgers, including cash, accounts receivable, intercompany balances, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, and accrued liabilities.<br>• Manage the full accounting cycle for a portfolio of real estate properties, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.<br>• Process vendor invoices, expense reimbursements, and credit card reconciliations with a focus on precision and compliance.<br>• Handle accounts receivable and accounts payable, including tenant statement reconciliations, charge-back invoices, and banking deposits.<br>• Review and allocate expenditures to appropriate properties and expense accounts, ensuring proper categorization.<br>• Generate monthly accounts receivable reports and other specialized reports, such as tax receipts and move-in/move-out summaries, as required.<br>• Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly reconciliations for banking accounts and tenant refund accounts.<br>• Collaborate closely with property administrators and managers to address financial inquiries and operational needs.<br>• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve the flow of information within the organization.<br>• Work in partnership with other Property Accountants and Managers to ensure cohesive operations and financial accuracy.
<p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Senior Financial Analyst – Financial Reporting</p><p><strong>Position Type:</strong> Contract (6 months, full-time hours)</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Kitchener / Waterloo Area, (Hybrid; 1–2 days per week on-site preferred)</p><p><strong>Start Date:</strong> ASAP</p><p><br></p><p><strong>About the Role:</strong></p><p>Our client, is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst – Financial Reporting to support their finance team during a period of rapid change. This is a hands-on contract role focused on supporting month-end and quarter-end close activities, accounting, and reporting – with a strong preference for those with IFRS. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p> • Assist with month-end and quarter-end close processes, including reporting and general accounting activities</p><p> • Support IFRS reporting requirements; prepare and validate financial statements and supporting schedules</p><p> • Perform reconciliations, journal entries, variance analysis, and process tie-outs</p><p> • Help ensure accuracy and compliance in all financial reporting activities</p><p> • Collaborate with team members and cross-functional stakeholders on special projects as assigned</p><p> • Financial Institution / Financial Services / Insurance experience is considered a strong asset</p>
<p>Our client is a multiple award-winning leader in the real estate development and home building industry. Due to exciting growth, the team is expanding, and they are looking for a Senior Corporate Accountant to join their growing team. They pride themselves on fostering a family-oriented culture built on trust, support, and collaboration. Dedicated staff enjoy working together onsite to drive success, mentor one another, and deliver outstanding results to clients—and they’re looking for a talented accounting professional who wants to grow with them.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Why Join?</strong></p><ul><li>Family-Focused Culture: Be part of a close-knit team that values your well-being and celebrates shared success. </li><li>Onsite Collaboration: The company believes meaningful onsite interaction is vital to building relationships, sharing expertise, and accelerating skill development. Work side-by-side with accomplished professionals dedicated to support your professional journey.</li><li>Career Advancement: As the organization expands, so do your opportunities. They are committed to internal mentorship and supporting your long-term career growth within the team.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare accurate and timely consolidated financial statements for the company, subsidiaries, joint ventures, and development projects, ensuring compliance with ASPE principles.</li><li>Manage the entire entity consolidation process, handling intercompany eliminations, equity accounting for joint ventures, and minority interest calculations.</li><li>Oversee month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations.</li><li>Partner with development, operations, and project teams to understand performance and cost allocation.</li><li>Deliver detailed variance analyses and management reporting to explain consolidated results.</li><li>Participate in external audit and tax reporting, providing all required schedules and documentation.</li><li>Contribute to ongoing improvement of consolidation and reporting systems.</li><li>Research technical accounting issues related to real estate development.</li></ul><p><strong>What They Offer:</strong></p><ul><li>A welcoming, collaborative team environment onsite.</li><li>Competitive compensation and family-friendly benefits.</li><li>Opportunities for advancement to Controller and skill development.</li><li>Work alongside Senior Management and C-Suite and learn all aspects of the business.</li><li>Opportunity to join a multiple award-winning construction company with deep ties to the community.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a skilled Controller to join our client's team in Kitchener, Ontario. In this role, you will act as a trusted financial partner, providing strategic insights and analytics to enhance profitability and drive company performance. You will oversee financial operations, ensure compliance, and support the development of accounting staff, contributing to the organization’s long-term success.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage financial reporting and business control functions for designated operating areas, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</p><p>• Review, analyze, and enhance systems and control processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness within the finance department.</p><p>• Communicate the company’s financial status and tax position to senior management and functional leaders.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with external statutory regulations and internal corporate policies.</p><p>• Partner closely with operations and sales teams, regularly visiting business locations to monitor performance and recommend improvements.</p><p>• Prepare annual budgets, forecasts, and actual financial reports in collaboration with various departments.</p><p>• Develop and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to focus on operational performance and identify areas for improvement.</p><p>• Advise senior management on actions needed to enhance financial results and achieve budgetary goals.</p><p>• Assist in creating business cases for capital expenditure projects to support strategic initiatives.</p>
<p><strong>Job Description: Accounting Manager – 1-year contract</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Our client in Kitchener is seeking an Accounting Manager for a 1-year contract. The successful candidate will oversee day-to-day management of AP/AR functions, lead month-end and year-end close activities, and handle trust accounting reconciliations related to real estate closings. The ideal professional is hands-on, detail-oriented, eager to learn, and able to manage competing deadlines in a collaborative team environment. Working arrangement is onsite, 5 days weekly. Free parking is available.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee and execute full-cycle Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable processes, ensuring accurate and timely record-keeping.</li><li>Conduct bank and trust account reconciliations, especially in conjunction with month-end (due by the 23rd of the following month) and year-end close processes.</li><li>Prepare and review financial statements, cash flow reports, and handle trust accounting specific to real estate closings.</li><li>Manage the monthly closing process, ensuring transaction completeness and reconciliation accuracy.</li><li>Prepare and post journal entries; review and ensure proper documentation for all entries.</li><li>Perform advanced Excel analyses, including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs, to support reporting and reconciliations.</li><li>Support or lead a small team as business needs require.</li><li>Ensure compliance with internal controls and maintain records in accordance with law/real estate industry standards.</li><li>Adapt to learning new tasks and accounting systems as required.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Product Manager to lead the development and ongoing evolution of our digital platforms. In this role, you will oversee the entire product lifecycle, from initial concept to launch, with a focus on enhancing customer engagement and operational efficiency. This is an exciting opportunity to collaborate with cross-functional teams and drive meaningful technological advancements.</p><p><br></p><p>This role is hybrid 2 to 3 times onsite in Guelph! </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee the product lifecycle, from initial design and development to launch and continuous improvement.</p><p>• Implement and integrate advanced technologies, including cloud solutions, open-source frameworks, and Microsoft platforms, to optimize customer engagement and streamline operations.</p><p>• Lead initiatives to enhance the efficiency and responsiveness of customer-facing platforms.</p><p>• Configure and troubleshoot Microsoft Dynamics 365, including making basic system adjustments such as updating fields, forms, and views.</p><p>• Provide first-level support for Microsoft Dynamics 365 by addressing user issues and performing routine system maintenance.</p><p>• Manage and configure mapping platforms, including tasks like layer management, map setup, and symbology adjustments.</p><p>• Handle first-level support for mapping platforms by resolving user access issues and conducting routine troubleshooting.</p><p>• Collaborate with business partners and technology teams to develop a strategic technology roadmap that aligns with organizational goals.</p><p>• Build and maintain strong relationships with external vendors and stakeholders to ensure product quality and on-time delivery.</p>
<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>
