<p>Due to exciting growth, our client is seeking to fill a newly-created Controller position to lead financial operations for a private‑equity‑backed, multi‑location company experiencing rapid growth through acquisitions. This role requires a hands‑on leader who thrives in an on‑site, collaborative environment and can manage and develop teams across two GTA locations while building scalable financial processes.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a high‑impact role with strong career growth potential as the company continues to expand.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><br></p><p>F<strong>inancial Reporting & Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Lead financial reporting for all Canadian divisions in accordance with GAAP.</li><li>Oversee POC accounting, WIP schedules, job costing, margin analysis, and variance reporting.</li><li>Manage annual compliance reporting (T4s, EHT, WSIB, CSST) and support audits.</li><li>Deliver recurring management reporting, including sales, labour, variance, and margin analysis.</li></ul><p><strong>Payroll Oversight</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee payroll across all divisions; ensure accuracy, compliance, and timeliness.</li><li>Act as backup for payroll processing as needed.</li><li>Manage annual payroll reporting (T4s, ROEs) and ensure legislative compliance.</li><li>Partner with HR on employee data, benefits, and compensation updates.</li></ul><p><strong>Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis</strong></p><ul><li>Lead annual operating and capital budgets.</li><li>Develop sales, labour, and project margin forecasts with department leaders.</li><li>Maintain accurate charge‑out rates and cost structures.</li><li>Incorporate WIP, backlog, and POC into forecasts and projections.</li></ul><p><strong>Cash Flow & Banking</strong></p><ul><li>Lead collections and monitor cash flow, working capital, and unbilled revenue.</li><li>Maintain banking relationships and covenant compliance.</li><li>Oversee capital request and approval processes.</li></ul><p><strong>Systems, IT & Process Improvement</strong></p><ul><li>Act as primary contact with external IT providers.</li><li>Support ERP upgrades and system implementations.</li><li>Improve transaction processes, reporting accuracy, job costing, and WIP tracking.</li><li>Support onboarding and offboarding with HR.</li></ul><p><strong>Additional Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee foreign contracts and FX application.</li><li>Support annual SR& ED claims.</li><li>Approve employee expense reports.</li><li>Track KPIs and provide regular performance reporting.</li><li>Produce management reports, including Jet Reports.</li><li>Provide weekly reporting to US parent company.</li><li>Support acquisition integration activities as required.</li></ul><p><strong>Leadership Expectations</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and develop a distributed accounting and payroll team.</li><li>Maintain a visible, on‑site presence and collaborate closely with operations.</li><li>Build scalable processes aligned with growth and acquisition strategy.</li></ul>
<p>This hybrid opportunity is located with a client downtown Toronto, looking to hire an AVP, Finance & Administration. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing accurate and timely financial information and ensuring the implementation of effective controls within the organization's financial accounting operations. This also role oversees the compilation of financial statements, manages Head Office and regulatory reporting, and supports annual reporting activities. Additional responsibilities include monitoring bank reconciliations, entering and reviewing General Ledger data, maintaining account controls, and handling audit and client confirmation requests. The position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to uphold high standards of financial integrity. </p><p><br></p><p>Reports to: Director, Finance & Administration</p><p>Direct reports: None</p><p><br></p><p>JOB RESPONSIBILITIES</p><p>• Compile financial statements, conduct Head Office reporting, and produce annual reports.</p><p>• Preparation of annual reports and financial statements, along with supporting external auditors' requests for the yearly audit.</p><p>• Review and monitor bank reconciliations and related reporting activities, ensuring prompt follow-up on any outstanding unreconciled items.</p><p>• Perform and review daily and monthly General Ledger accounting data entry</p><p>• Prepare daily, monthly, and quarterly OSFI and Bank of Canada regulatory returns as directed by the supervisor.</p><p>• Compile monthly inter-office managerial adjustments within the managerial accounting system</p><p>• Gather and prepare annual income and balance sheet information and Ledger supports</p><p>• Enter, review, and update customer master data—including registration, changes, and closure—in the accounting system.</p><p>• Prepare monthly provincial allocations for deposits and loans for tax</p><p>• Perform reconciliation and preparation of the annual T5 Return of Investment Income</p><p>• Prepare unearned loan fee amortization schedules using effective interest rate method</p><p>• Support internal monitoring requests and internal audit requests</p><p>• Maintain all documentation related to reports, manuals, and procedures up to date and ensure compliance with both local and Head Office standards</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>Our client is a highly collaborative, long-established organization where people truly build their careers. Due to exciting North American growth, our client is adding a <strong>Controller </strong>to the Finance Team. Our client is known for its supportive culture and exceptionally long tenured team. Our client works onsite because the best ideas—not to mention the strongest relationships—happen when everyone is together.</p><p><br></p><p>Reporting to the Head of Finance, as the <strong>Controller</strong>, you’ll be a key contributor and strategic partner across the business. You’ll oversee costing, inventory, reporting, tax compliance, budgeting, forecasting, and project work, while helping elevate systems, processes, and financial insights. This is a hands-on role with strong succession potential for a career‑minded CPA who thrives in a collaborative environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Reporting & Financial Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare month‑end financial reporting and KPIs</li><li>Lead quarterly and annual budgeting processes</li><li>Drive reporting automation and implement best practices</li><li>Corporate tax compliance, provisions and planning</li><li>Prepare project reporting and monitor project costs versus budget</li><li>Pension plan accounting and reporting</li></ul><p><strong>Inventory Management & Additional Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage annual physical inventory</li><li>Maintain and continuously improve computerized accounting/inventory control systems</li><li>Analyze and reconcile raw materials, WIP, and finished goods</li><li>Oversee cycle count processes</li><li>Manage inventory-related month‑end reporting</li></ul><p><strong>Standard Costing</strong></p><ul><li>Lead all standard costing and Bill of Materials updates within the ERP system</li><li>Analyze cost‑saving opportunities and recommend improvements</li><li>Partner with senior leadership to deliver high-quality analysis supporting planning and operational decisions</li><li>Update standard costs as required</li></ul><p><strong>Why Join?</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Onsite teamwork and mentorship</strong>—work closely with experienced leaders who want you to succeed</li><li><strong>Long-tenured staff</strong>—a supportive culture with deep knowledge and low turnover</li><li><strong>Career growth</strong>—meaningful opportunities to develop into future leadership roles</li><li><strong>Impactful work</strong>—your insights and recommendations directly support operations and strategic decision-making</li><li><strong>Stability & reputation</strong>—join a well-established organization committed to excellence</li><li><strong>Strong compensation package</strong>--competitive salary, bonus, company pension plan, company-paid health benefits </li></ul>
<p>The proactive and hands-on Plant Controller will provide accurate and timely reporting on results and KPIs for our Fergus plant. It will ensure that costing, inventory valuation and control of flows are accurate. The position is the local finance referent at the plant.</p><p>This role is fully on-site in Fergus.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Financial Reporting and Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Contribute to prepare financial statements, monthly reports, and analyze accounts to close month end accurately and provide relevant information to plant, business unit and corporate management.</li><li>Review and reconcile all supporting documentation provided to ensure the accuracy of the financial information and identify and necessary adjustments or unresolved issues.</li><li>Is in charge of the preparation of recurring or specific “on-demand” reports to support financial and operational performance analysis.</li><li>Participate in internal and external financial audits to comply with mandatory guidelines, as well as government filing requirements.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Planning, Forecasting, and Risk Management</strong></p><ul><li>Participate in the preparation of the division forecasts and budgets.</li><li>Participate in FX and non-ferrous risk management, including analysis of financial impact of hedging (metals and currency).</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Process Improvement and Operational Support</strong></p><ul><li>Improve financial reporting, month end reporting, production reporting, standard costing, inventory control and scrap reporting. Improve accuracy and timeliness of all reporting processes.</li><li>Promote changes in processes to improve efficiency of the Finance team and the Business Unit</li></ul><p> </p><p><u>Expected Results:</u></p><ul><li>Provide a monthly reporting to the Group in accordance with Group and IFRS rules</li><li>Develop and maintain the level of competence in the controlling department</li><li>Ensure reliability in data information system and support other functions in the process flow to be compliant with international and local accounting rules</li></ul>
<p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Interim Controller (Contract)</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Greater Hamilton Area (Onsite – 4 days /Remote 1 day)</p><p><strong>Duration:</strong> 3 months contract. </p><p><strong>Industry:</strong> Multi-location Business Group</p><p><strong>Overview:</strong></p><p>A growing business group with multiple locations in the Greater Hamilton Area is seeking an Interim Controller for a three-month assignment to provide hands-on leadership during a period of transition.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Oversee full-cycle accounting, including AP, AR, payroll, and reconciliations</li><li>Prepare financial statements and management reports</li><li>Support consolidated reporting across multiple business units</li><li>Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with internal policies</li><li>Partner with the CFO to ensure smooth financial operations</li><li>Recommend and implement process improvements as needed</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Our client is an established owner‑managed family business run by the third generation of family members. The organization boasts stability and long-tenured employees over its 75 years in busines. Due to an upcoming retirement, our client is seeking a hands‑on <strong>Controller</strong> to lead the financial operations and support the company's continued growth. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in an entrepreneurial environment—someone flexible, resourceful, and willing to roll up their sleeves to help wherever needed.</p><p><br></p><p>As a key member of the leadership team, you will oversee day-to-day accounting, financial reporting, strengthen internal controls, enhance systems and processes, and budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis. Our client is looking for an experienced leader who values teamwork, collaboration, and getting things done in a dynamic, fast‑moving environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee monthly and year‑end close, delivering timely and accurate financial statements.</li><li>Establish, maintain, and enforce accounting policies and procedures aligned with ASPE and organizational standards.</li><li>Lead preparation of audit documentation and act as the primary contact for external auditors.</li><li>Ensure compliance with all tax, statutory, and regulatory requirements across multiple jurisdictions.</li><li>Drive process improvements, system enhancements, and automation to strengthen reporting accuracy and efficiency.</li><li>Process bi‑monthly payroll using a third‑party system; manage employee benefits and pension programs.</li><li>Support initiatives related to internal controls, risk management, and corporate governance.</li><li>Jump in wherever needed—supporting AP, AR, cost accounting, inventory, and operational finance during peak periods or when priorities shift.</li></ul><p><strong>What is in it for You?</strong></p><ul><li>Opportunity to influence and improve processes in a hands-on, entrepreneurial setting.</li><li>Competitive salary, performance bonus, health benefits, RRSP match, and company-paid CPA dues and professional development.</li><li><strong>Flexible hybrid work model which requires onsite presence only one day per week.</strong></li><li>37.5 hour work week and good work/life balance.</li><li>Opportunity to join a stable and successful owner-managed business with long-tenured staff and minimal staff turnover.</li></ul>
<p>We are seeking a hands-on Financial Controller to lead the finance function for a growing Canadian business operating multiple locations nationally. This role will oversee all financial reporting, analysis, governance, and strategic financial support for the organization. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, experience working with multi-unit operations, and a proactive business partnering mindset. The Controller will liaise closely with senior leadership teams both locally and internationally, and will manage relationships with outsourced service providers for transactional and operational accounting.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Own monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting for the Canadian business</li><li>Ensure accuracy and compliance with relevant accounting standards and internal policies</li><li>Prepare balance sheet reconciliations, journal entries, and review outsourced operational accounting work</li><li>Coordinate audit and tax engagements in partnership with external advisors</li><li>Maintain internal controls and support continuous improvement of financial processes</li><li>Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis</li><li>Provide leadership with insights on business performance, KPIs, and profitability of clinic locations</li><li>Support decision-making through financial modeling and scenario analysis</li><li>Partner with operational leaders to optimize financial outcomes and ensure accountability on budgets</li><li>Oversee cash flow management and working capital requirements</li><li>Review payroll, AP/AR, and revenue recognition processes executed by outsourced providers</li><li>Support expansion initiatives including financial evaluations and integration of new locations</li><li>Ensure accuracy and effectiveness of financial systems and data flows</li><li>Identify and implement opportunities to automate or streamline reporting and accounting processes</li><li>Champion best practices in finance operations</li></ul>
<p><strong>Assistant Controller – Publicly Traded Manufacturing Company</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Exciting Opportunity to Grow Your Career!</strong></p><p><br></p><p>We are recruiting on behalf of our client, a <strong>leading publicly traded manufacturing company</strong>, for an experienced <strong>Assistant Controller</strong>. This is your chance to join a dynamic organization where you’ll play a key role in financial operations, reporting, and strategic decision-making. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to make an impact, this role is for you!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.</li><li>Maintain general ledger integrity and manage journal entries.</li><li>Analyze financial performance, KPIs, and variances to support business goals.</li><li>Oversee tax filings and statutory returns for Canada and the U.S.</li><li>Handle bank reconciliations and review aging reports.</li><li>Assist with audits and recommend process improvements.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Interim Controller (Contract)</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> GTA – West, ON (Fully onsite, travel required between locations)</p><p><strong>Duration:</strong> 3 months, Full-Time (with potential for extension)</p><p><strong>Start:</strong> ASAP</p><p><strong>Overview:</strong></p><p>A Canadian division of an international company is seeking an Interim Controller to provide hands-on leadership and support during a period of transition. The position will require regular onsite presence at two regional locations, with coordination between offices.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee month-end close, year-end processes, and corporate reporting requirements</li><li>Supervise day-to-day accounting operations, including AP, AR, payroll, and collections</li><li>Lead and support the implementation of a new ERP system.</li><li>Ensure all financial data and processes are accurate and audit-ready for a US-based corporate head office</li><li>Partner with the CFO, VP of Operations, and other key stakeholders across locations</li><li>Adapt quickly to shifting priorities and take ownership of projects with minimal oversight</li></ul>
We are looking for an experienced Controller to oversee financial operations and reporting for our organization in Oakville, Ontario. This role requires a strong leader with expertise in managing global financial processes, ensuring compliance with international standards, and driving efficiency in accounting systems. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in manufacturing or automotive industries, with the ability to collaborate across diverse teams and jurisdictions.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage and coordinate month-end and year-end closing processes for multiple international entities, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.<br>• Provide guidance and support to subsidiary accounting teams, including training, process improvement, and performance evaluation.<br>• Develop and enforce consistent accounting policies and procedures in line with organizational standards and regulatory requirements.<br>• Partner with regional finance teams to ensure accurate accruals, reconciliations, journal entries, and resolution of accounting discrepancies.<br>• Oversee intercompany transactions, ensuring proper elimination and consolidation entries for global financial reporting.<br>• Lead the preparation and coordination of documentation to support external audits, maintaining clear communication with auditors.<br>• Ensure compliance with local tax, statutory, and regulatory requirements across various jurisdictions.<br>• Implement improvements in financial systems, enhance data accuracy, and streamline reporting processes through automation.<br>• Contribute to initiatives focused on internal controls, risk management, and corporate governance.<br>• Travel periodically to provide hands-on support to regional finance teams as needed.
