5 results for Assistant Controller in Burlington, ON

Assistant Controller

North York, ON
remote
Permanent
100000 - 120000 CAD / Yearly
<ul><li>Oversee all general ledger activities, ensuring accurate and timely financial close processes.</li><li>Prepare and analyze comprehensive financial statements </li><li>Preparation of weekly cashflows</li><li>Establish and maintain strong internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures.</li><li>Ensure timely and accurate compliance with all Canadian tax regulations and other statutory reporting requirements.</li><li>Coordinate and manage external audit/review.</li><li>Provide financial analysis and support for budgeting, forecasting and strategic decision-making.</li><li>Analyzing and reporting cost variances </li><li>Supervising accounts receivable, accounts payable and general accounting departments</li><li>HST filing</li><li>US sales tax filing/reconciliations</li><li>Maintain relationship with the bank(s)</li><li>Oversee payroll</li></ul>
2026-07-08T00:00:00Z

Controller

Burlington, ON
onsite
Permanent
120000 - 140000 CAD / Yearly
Our client, a large, publicly traded global manufacturing organization, is seeking a Controller to join their leadership team. This is a highly visible role offering strong career progression within a values-driven, growth-oriented environment.This opportunity is ideal for a hands-on finance leader who thrives in a collaborative, onsite setting, partnering closely with operations and senior leadership to drive performance and continuous improvement. This position is based in Burlington, ON and is 100% onsite. Why This Role?<ul><li>Onsite collaboration with operations and executive leadership</li><li>Clear career growth path </li><li>Exposure to cross-border (Canada & U.S.) operations</li><li>Work within a large-scale, publicly traded manufacturing environment</li><li>Opportunity to drive ERP optimization and process improvements</li></ul>Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Close<ul><li>Lead the month-end close and consolidation across multiple entities</li><li>Prepare and review financial statements, KPIs, and variance analysis</li><li>Ensure balance sheet integrity and compliance with corporate policies</li><li>Support audit, tax compliance, and regulatory requirements (Canada & U.S.)</li></ul>FP&A & Business Partnering<ul><li>Partner with operational leaders to support strategic decision-making</li><li>Deliver budgeting, forecasting, and trend analysis</li><li>Evaluate costing, pricing, and capital investments</li></ul>Cash Flow & Working Capital<ul><li>Oversee cash management, AP, and payment cycles</li><li>Maintain strong controls and deliver accurate cash flow forecasting</li></ul>Leadership & Collaboration<ul><li>Lead and develop the accounting team</li><li>Foster a high-performance, collaborative onsite culture</li><li>Drive succession planning and team development</li></ul>Controls & Process Improvement<ul><li>Strengthen internal controls and governance frameworks</li><li>Identify and implement process and efficiency improvements</li></ul>Manufacturing Finance & Systems<ul><li>Own standard costing, cost rolls, and variance analysis</li><li>Support ERP enhancements (JD Edwards preferred)</li><li>Partner with operations on inventory, production, and cost optimization</li></ul>Additional Details<ul><li>10–15% travel across North American plant locations</li><li>Highly visible role with direct exposure to senior leadership</li></ul>If you’re a driven finance leader looking for a hands-on, onsite role with meaningful impact and long-term career growth, we’d love to connect.
2026-06-25T00:00:00Z

Controller

Toronto, ON
onsite
Contract / Temporary
60 - 65 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Controller to support a retail import export services organization in Toronto, Ontario on a Contract basis. This role is suited to a senior accounting specialist who can provide strong financial oversight across multiple entities while working on site and helping bring greater consistency to reporting. The successful candidate will lead core accounting activities, deliver reliable consolidated financial information, and contribute practical guidance in a dynamic operating environment. Responsibilities:• Oversee full-cycle accounting activities for multiple related entities, ensuring financial records are accurate, complete, and aligned across the organization.• Prepare and review month-end close activities, including reconciliations, journal entries, and timely reporting for leadership.• Produce consolidated financial statements and supporting schedules that provide a clear view of overall business performance.• Work on site in Toronto, Ontario to partner closely with internal stakeholders and support day-to-day financial operations.• Strengthen accounting processes by moving reporting from manual and paper-based methods toward a more centralized cloud-based system.• Monitor the integrity of financial data within QuickBooks and help standardize reporting practices across entities.• Provide high-level accounting support on an ongoing schedule initially, with flexibility to adjust to a more fractional arrangement over time as business needs evolve.• Identify reporting issues, recommend practical improvements, and help maintain effective financial controls in a multi-entity environment.
2026-06-26T00:00:00Z

Controller

Brampton, ON
onsite
Permanent
140000 - 170000 CAD / Yearly
Are you a hands-on finance leader who thrives in a manufacturing environment and enjoys partnering closely with operations? Our client, a growing and recession-resistant industry leader, is seeking a Controller to lead the finance function for its largest North American manufacturing site. Supporting a business unit generating more than $250M in annual revenue, this is a highly visible leadership opportunity where you will play a key role in driving profitability, operational performance, and future growth. Reporting into the CFO, you will oversee all accounting and finance activities while working side-by-side with operations to influence business decisions and improve results. This is an ideal opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys being onsite, collaborating with cross-functional teams, leading people, and gaining a deep understanding of manufacturing operations. The organization offers excellent long-term career growth, ongoing investment in its people and systems, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a stable, expanding business. Why Join?<ul><li>Join a growing, recession-resistant organization with a strong market position</li><li>Lead the finance function at the company's largest North American manufacturing facility</li><li>Significant exposure to operations and business strategy</li><li>Opportunity to mentor and develop a high-performing finance team</li><li>Strong potential for career progression within a large organization</li></ul>What You'll Be Doing<ul><li>Lead and oversee the finance function, managing a team of 9 finance professionals</li><li>Manage all accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, financial reporting, treasury and FP&A activities</li><li>Ensure accurate and timely month-end reporting and financial submissions under IFRS standards</li><li>Strengthen internal controls and ensure compliance with corporate finance policies and procedures</li><li>Coordinate external audits and collaborate with auditors to resolve findings and recommendations</li><li>Partner with tax advisors to ensure compliance and identify tax optimization opportunities</li><li>Lead annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and long-range planning activities</li><li>Work closely with operational leaders to identify risks, opportunities, and performance improvement initiatives</li><li>Develop financial models and business cases supporting capital expenditure projects and strategic investments</li><li>Drive improvements in working capital management through close collaboration with operations and sales teams</li><li>Analyze business performance drivers and provide actionable recommendations to improve profitability</li><li>Recruit, mentor, coach, and develop members of the finance team</li><li>Collaborate with finance leaders across the organization to share best practices and improve overall performance</li><li>Support continuous improvement initiatives, including financial systems enhancements and process optimization</li></ul>
2026-07-15T00:00:00Z

Financial Controller

Waterloo, ON
onsite
Permanent
130000 - 150000 CAD / Yearly
Our client is hiring a Financial Controller to lead core accounting operations and provide strong financial oversight. This is a fully on-site role in Kitchener, Ontario. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate reporting, strengthening internal controls, and delivering meaningful analysis that supports business decisions. The successful candidate will bring sound judgement, leadership capability, and a hands-on approach to financial management in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:• Oversee the full month-end close cycle, including review of journal entries, account reconciliations, and completion of close activities within established timelines.• Direct general ledger activities, cash oversight, and the preparation of complete monthly financial statements with a high standard of accuracy.• Design, implement, and maintain accounting policies, control frameworks, and financial procedures that support compliance and operational effectiveness.• Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, purchasing support, and broader financial planning initiatives across the business.• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team while promoting accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.• Prepare financial reporting, performance analysis, and risk insights for senior leadership to support informed decision-making.• Manage banking relationships, tax coordination, external reporting requirements, and audit activities with outside partners.• Monitor cash flow trends, develop cash projections, and recommend approaches to optimize liquidity and use of available funds.• Track key business metrics and identify opportunities to improve processes, reduce unnecessary costs, and strengthen profitability.• Evaluate accounting systems and tools on an ongoing basis to improve efficiency, reliability, and overall financial operations.
2026-07-10T00:00:00Z