4 results for Controller in Cambridge, ON

Controller

Mississauga, ON
onsite
Temporary
60 - 75 CAD / Hourly
Interim ControllerLocation: Brampton, ONWork Model: On-site, 5 days/weekDuration: 3 months (potential for extension or conversion) Our client, is seeking an experienced Interim Controller. This is a hands-on leadership role supporting a division within a public company environment and partnering closely with senior finance and operational leadership.Reporting into senior finance leadership, the Controller will oversee site finance activities, lead a capable team, and ensure accurate and timely reporting in a fast-paced environment. This role is well suited to a seasoned manufacturing finance leader who can quickly assess processes, navigate legacy systems, interpret complex data, and provide practical business support to operations.Key Responsibilities• Lead the full finance function for a large manufacturing operation, including accounting, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and working capital oversight• Manage month-end close activities and ensure financial results are completed accurately and within reporting timelines• Oversee journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, provisions, and other core accounting activities• Provide leadership across accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, treasury, and related finance functions• Review and analyze operating results, including margin performance, cost trends, and inventory-related impacts• Partner closely with operations, engineering, and leadership teams to understand business drivers and provide financial insight• Support budgeting and forecasting activities and help identify risks, opportunities, and areas for improved performance• Liaise with corporate finance, tax, treasury, and other internal stakeholders on reporting and finance matters• Coordinate audit support and assist with compliance-related requirements.• Lead, coach, and support direct reports while providing broader oversight to the finance team• Work through large volumes of data from multiple sources, extracting, validating, and interpreting information to support decision-making• Identify issues quickly, trace root causes, and implement practical solutions in a deadline-driven environment• Contribute to ongoing systems and process improvement initiatives, including future-state ERP modernization
2026-07-20T00:00:00Z

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

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

Plant Controller

Mississauga, ON
onsite
Permanent
120000 - 130000 CAD / Yearly
Plant Controller Robert Half is currently working with a well-established organization in the industrial/manufacturing sector to recruit a Plant Controller for a key operational site. This is a highly visible role that will partner closely with plant leadership and play a critical part in driving financial performance, operational efficiency, and strategic decision-making.The Plant Controller will act as a trusted business partner to both finance and operations, providing timely and accurate financial insights while helping to optimize plant performance and support continuous improvement initiatives. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead all plant-level financial reporting, including monthly close, management reporting, and variance analysis</li><li>Develop and manage annual budgets and forecasts, working closely with operations to align financial targets with production goals</li><li>Monitor and analyze key cost drivers, including labor, materials, and overhead, to identify opportunities for cost savings and improved efficiency</li><li>Oversee inventory accounting, including valuation, cycle counts, and reconciliation processes</li><li>Partner with plant leadership to provide actionable insights and support data-driven decision-making</li><li>Strengthen internal controls and ensure compliance with corporate policies and financial reporting requirements</li><li>Support capital expenditure planning and tracking, including ROI analysis</li><li>Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to financial processes, reporting accuracy, and system enhancements</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally with supply chain, procurement, and senior finance leadership</li></ul>
2026-07-17T00:00:00Z