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13 results for Accountant in Perth East, ON

General Accountant We are offering an exciting opportunity for a General Accountant. The individual will play a crucial role in evaluating and analyzing financial data to support decision-making processes within our team. <br><br>Responsibilities:<br><br>• Evaluate and analyze financial data by creating and monitoring financial models<br>• Provide insights and recommendations to management to enhance the financial status<br>• Analyze results, monitor trends, and key indicators to assist with revenue and cost predictions for budgeting and forecasting<br>• Prepare and present detailed financial performance reports providing comprehensive explanations<br>• Compile, maintain and submit monthly reports to meet corporate reporting requirements and objectives<br>• Oversee all month-end functions to ensure compliance with company policies<br>• Calculate, coordinate and enter new pricing based on decisions, and address pricing discrepancies when necessary<br>• Provide support and training on various tools including JDE, Excel, Power BI, etc. <br>• Support various departments with reporting and analysis requests<br>• Manage backlog data for production decisions and corporate review, ensuring accuracy and system updates<br>• Communicate and enforce compliance with all company policies across all departments<br>• Participate in training, meetings, and support financial audits. Accounting Manager/Supervisor <p>We are seeking an Accounting Manager to join our team in Waterloo, Ontario. In this role, you will be expected to oversee a team of four, ensuring the accuracy of financial reporting and compliance with established procedures and policies. You will also liaise with external parties and participate in management meetings to align financial strategies with business objectives.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>• Guide and oversee the work of a four-member team, including areas of accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, and warehouse administration.</p><p>• Develop and enforce financial controls, procedures, and policies across the business to guarantee accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Supervise and perform bank account management, gift card and other balance sheet reconciliations.</p><p>• Handle HST remittances and manage fixed asset calculations across various locations.</p><p>• Work in collaboration with the head office and in-store operations team to achieve business objectives.</p><p>• Act as the primary contact for the annual external audit and ensure the use of proper accounting procedures by all accounting personnel.</p><p>• Assist with activities related to payroll using ADP software and manage payroll-related tasks such as garnishee orders and employment confirmation letters.</p><p>• Contribute to the preparation of annual budgets and maintain the financial books of associated real estate companies.</p><p>• Participate in management meetings to plan and strategize towards achieving organizational objectives.</p><p>• Assist with Human Resource related functions such as screening applicants, managing group benefit plans, and ensuring compliance with ESA and Human Rights legislation</p> Accounting Clerk <p>Are you detail-oriented, highly organized, and passionate about numbers? Robert Half is partnering with a well-established company to find a skilled <strong>Accounting Clerk</strong> to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and thrive in a role that combines precision and problem-solving with collaboration and communication.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Process accounts payable/receivable transactions accurately and on time.</li><li>Reconcile discrepancies in financial records and ensure accuracy across ledgers.</li><li>Prepare bank deposits, journal entries, and other routine financial transactions.</li><li>Assist with maintaining organized financial document filing systems.</li><li>Communicate with vendors, clients, and internal teams to resolve invoicing or payment issues.</li><li>Support month-end closing processes and provide assistance during audits as needed.</li><li>Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with company policies and financial regulations.</li></ul><p><br></p> Accounting Clerk We are in search of an Accounting Clerk to join our team in Guelph, Ontario. In this role, you will be tasked with managing customer accounts, processing customer credit applications, and ensuring that records are accurate and up-to-date. You will also liaise with various branches and customers to resolve issues as they arise. This position offers a short term contract employment opportunity.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage and update the customer database on a regular basis.<br>• Ensure the accurate and efficient processing of customer credit applications.<br>• Liaise with branches and customers to investigate and resolve issues at various site locations.<br>• Maintain accurate records of customer credit.<br>• Monitor customer accounts and take necessary actions.<br>• Handle new customer contract creation and setup.<br>• Download and process sales transactions from different sites daily.<br>• Update prices as needed.<br>• Process daily reporting files from retail locations for sales, inventory and other reports.<br>• Prepare bank deposits regularly.<br>• Oversee accounting and reporting for all company-operated locations.<br>• Carry out daily reconciliation of processing A/R accounts. Controller <p>As the Controller, you will oversee the company’s accounting functions, from day-to-day accounting to reporting and analysis. This role requires a self-starter who thrives in a small business environment and is comfortable managing multiple tasks, while maintaining a high level of accuracy and timeliness. You will be responsible for ensuring financial compliance, overseeing accounts payable/receivable, payroll, budgeting, managing foreign exchange risks, and preparing financial reports for management.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><p>Financial Reporting & Analysis:</p><p>Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to the management team.</p><p>Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and areas for cost-saving opportunities.</p><p>Provide insights and recommendations for improving financial performance.</p><p>Lead the budgeting process, track expenses against budget, and provide variance analysis.</p><p>Work with management to develop financial forecasts based on operational needs and market conditions.</p><p>Oversee day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable and accounts receivable.</p><p>Ensure the accuracy of general ledger entries and reconcile bank statements.</p><p>Manage payroll processing and tax filings for employees.</p><p>Monitor cash flow and liquidity to maintain healthy financial status.</p><p>Develop and manage foreign exchange (FX) strategies for international transactions.</p><p>Ensure timely and cost-effective currency conversion for international business activities.</p><p>Monitor and mitigate foreign exchange risks, including hedging and securing favorable exchange rates when applicable.</p><p>Stay updated on global financial markets and the impact of exchange rate fluctuations on business operations.</p><p>Prepare and submit required local tax filings, including sales tax, payroll tax, and other compliance-related documentation.</p><p>Ensure the company is in compliance with all financial regulations and accounting standards.</p><p><br></p><p>Process Improvement:</p><p><br></p><p>Continuously evaluate and improve financial processes, including accounting software, reporting methods, and internal controls.</p><p>Implement and maintain systems that ensure accurate, up-to-date financial information is available at all times.</p><p>Team Collaboration:</p><p><br></p><p>Work closely with the management team to make data-driven decisions that align with business objectives.</p><p>Communicate financial performance clearly to non-financial team members.</p><p>Assist with various ad-hoc financial tasks as needed.</p><p>Qualifications:</p><p><br></p><p>Education & Experience:</p><p>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.</p><p>CPA designation is a plus, but not required.</p><p>10+ years of hands-on accounting experience, preferably in the transportation, trucking, or logistics industry.</p><p>Strong expertise in US Foreign Exchange and experience with managing international financial transactions and currency risk.</p><p>Proficiency in accounting software (QuickBooks is an asset), Advanced Microsoft Excel</p> Assistant Controller <p>We are in search of an Assistant Controller to add to our Client's team based in Kitchener, Ontario. In this role, you will be critical to the daily operations of their accounting functions, including Payroll, Project Administration, Accounts Receivable, and Accounts Payable. This role offers an exciting opportunity for individuals with a keen ability to support their team and manage critical tasks with precision. If you consider yourself a team player who has a "Can-Do" Attitude - keep reading.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Primary Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Provide back-up and vacation cover for all Accounting Department staff - Payroll, Project Admin, A/R and A/P</li><li>Oversee Payroll Statutory requirements, reporting and filings (WSIB, EHT, CLAC remittances, garnishments)</li><li>Ensure that all taxes (Corporate, HST) and other government reporting are filed in a timely manner</li><li>Ability to monitor and manage customer invoicing, cash receipts and change order administration</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end including preparing and processing journal entries, accruals and reconciliations between sub-ledgers and general ledger</li><li>Manage the maintenance of and the reporting on Fixed Assets and company-owned Material/Inventory</li><li>Monitor daily banking activities and perform bank reconciliations</li><li>Assist external IT service provider and coordinate interactions with them and all other employees</li><li>Manage all aspects of bookkeeping for 2 separate Building Companies</li><li>Co-ordinate and interact with external auditors, banks and other third parties</li><li>Ability to monitor and manage vendor invoice entry, monthly vendor payments and company credit card process</li><li>Any other accounting or finance related tasks as required to meet company objectives</li></ul><p> </p><p><br></p> Controller *ON SITE* <p>We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Controller for our client in Wellington Country. The Controller will be pivotal in managing the company's overall financial operations, including accounting, collections, payroll, purchasing, and inventory control functions. The role also includes strategic planning and process streamlining, aiming to enhance the financial stability and growth of our operations. This is an on site position and would be a good fit for candidates coming from Hanover, Listowel, Mt Forest, Palmerston, Harriston, or Wingham/ Bluevale, ON.</p><p><br></p><p>Controller Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>• Oversee the operations of the accounting department, including financial analysis, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and statutory reporting.</p><p>• Establish and regulate internal controls to ensure accounting activities align with established regulatory policies and company procedures.</p><p>• Analyze, prepare, and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial results to support decision-making processes.</p><p>• Direct and coordinate the creation of annual operating and capital budgets, providing financial foresight and advice.</p><p>• Handle all data collection submissions and related correspondence concerning regulatory matters, ensuring compliance.</p><p>• Lead initiatives to identify cost-saving and revenue-generating opportunities, collaborating with various departments for implementation.</p><p>• Set performance goals for the finance team, promoting continuous training and process improvements.</p><p>• Manage all banking and treasury functions of the company, including foreign exchange transactions.</p><p>• Provide expert advice on all accounting matters, including financial systems, record keeping, analysis, and reporting.</p><p>• Coordinate the year-end audit and preparation of audited financial statements, ensuring accuracy and transparency.</p><p>• Oversee purchasing, procurement, and inventory control functions across the business, ensuring efficiency and cost-effectiveness.</p><p>• Onboard, train, and mentor Finance department staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.</p><p>• Manage all company contracts and record retention, ensuring proper documentation and compliance.</p> Bookkeeper We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Bookkeeper. In this role, you will be tasked with managing all accounting and payroll activities, maintaining precise financial records, and providing essential financial reports. You will also deal with customer inquiries, monitor customer accounts, and execute necessary actions.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Efficiently process customer credit applications and bill payments<br>• Monitor aging accounts receivable and perform bank/accounts reconciliation<br>• Maintain and update financial records ensuring accurate posting of journal entries and account balances<br>• Prepare and provide financial analysis reports and recommendations to aid decision-making processes and budget planning<br>• Handle all duties related to payroll, including pay cycles, year-end processing, updates, and adjustments<br>• Prepare financial statements and supporting documents for audits, host audits, and respond to queries from the audit team<br>• Submit HST, EHT return, and resolve questions from tax authorities<br>• Utilize skills in Account Reconciliation, Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), Bank Reconciliations, Bookkeeping, Data Entry, Microsoft Excel, Month End Close, Payroll, QuickBooks, and Ceridian Payroll System. Controller <p>Robert Half has an excellent opportunity for a 1-year contract Controllership., The Controller will play a key role within the finance team, reporting directly to the CEO and managing the end-to-end accounting responsibilities for the business. This role requires a self-starter with strong communication skills, construction industry knowledge, and proficiency in accounting systems, particularly Maestro and Excel.</p><p>The Controller will oversee month-end and year-end functions, perform financial analysis, and collaborate with an AP Clerk and Office Manager on supporting day-to-day financial operations. Familiarity with construction industry accounting practices like percentage-of-completion methods is essential. <strong>This working arrangement is 100% onsite. Located midway between Sarnia, ON and London, ON.</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Perform full-cycle accounting, including month-end and year-end processes.</li><li>Prepare and analyze financial reports, providing insights and recommendations.</li><li>Oversee accounts payable and collaborate closely with office administration.</li><li>Monitor project budgets, payment schedules, and contracts.</li><li>Manage finance functions using the ERP system and Excel (pivots, macros).</li><li>Analyze business performance to assist in decision-making processes.</li><li>Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations.</li></ul><p><br></p> Director of Finance *ON SITE* <p>We are seeking a Director of Finance to join our client's team in the manufacturing industry. The Director of Finance's primary role will be to manage the financial planning, reporting, and cost analysis of the operation, as well as implementing financial strategies. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities</p><p><br></p><p>• Lead our finance department in providing strategic financial direction and support to the manufacturing division.</p><p>• Implement cost control measures and identify areas for cost reduction without compromising quality or safety.</p><p>• Oversee the financial planning and analysis (FP& A) processes for manufacturing operations.</p><p>• Develop and manage annual budgets, financial forecasts, and variance analysis for manufacturing operations.</p><p>• Monitor cash flow, operating expenses, and capital expenditures for manufacturing departments.</p><p>• Prepare and present financial reports related to manufacturing operations, including monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and accounting principles (GAAP or IFRS).</p><p>• Work with external auditors to ensure timely and accurate audits.</p><p>• Partner with senior management to align financial strategies with business objectives and manufacturing goals.</p><p>• Assess the financial impact of potential new product lines, expansion efforts, and strategic initiatives.</p><p>• Lead and develop a team of finance professionals, ensuring ongoing training and career development.</p><p>• Evaluate and implement financial systems, processes, and tools to improve accuracy and efficiency.</p> Corporate Tax Manager *REMOTE* <p>We are on the lookout for a dedicated Corporate Tax Manager to join our team in Etobicoke, Ontario. In this Corporate Tax Manager role, you will be the point of contact for all tax-related matters of our legal entities. As a Corporate Tax Manager, you will manage the company's tax filings, remittances, and continuity schedules for over 20 international legal entities. You will also play a crucial role in the establishment and development of future legal entities in line with the company's growth or acquisition plans.</p><p><br></p><p>Corporate Tax Manager Responsibilities</p><p><br></p><p>• Oversee the accurate and timely filing of all tax and information for our international legal entities.</p><p>• Collaborate closely with outsourced tax service providers to ensure all tax-related tasks are performed efficiently.</p><p>• Involve in strategic tax planning, financial reporting, and compliance, providing comprehensive assistance to the Head of Corporate Tax.</p><p>• Prepare and review all assigned Canadian and foreign corporate income tax, indirect tax, and information returns.</p><p>• Handle the preparation of relevant SEC financial statement disclosures, tax reserves, uncertain tax positions, and annual effective tax rate computations.</p><p>• Supervise the preparation and review of tax returns for the company’s international subsidiaries.</p><p>• Coordinate and review information provided for the preparation of accounting for income taxes for international subsidiaries.</p><p>• Work on developing effective and operationally sound tax strategies to reduce the overall tax burden of the consolidated group of companies.</p><p>• Oversee the outsourcing and results of all R& D tax studies.</p><p>• Ensure the company is compliant with all its indirect tax obligations such as Canadian Harmonized Sales Taxes (HST/QST), Global Value Added Taxes, etc.</p><p>• Provide tax-related advice on all employee-related tax issues, including payroll taxes, T& E, and stock-based compensation.</p><p>• Prepare responses to tax notifications from federal, state/provincial, and global tax authorities.</p><p>• Implement tax planning strategies to help the company in budgeting, planning, and managing its effective tax rate.</p><p>• Act as a Tax Lead on all Legal Entity Rationalization, Intercompany transactions, and M& A activity.</p> Financial Consultant <p>Robert Half is seeking a <strong>Sage 300 Expert</strong> with deep expertise in financial consolidation processes to assist with upgrading a very old version of Sage 300 to the latest <strong>cloud-based Sage Intacct</strong>. The ideal candidate will work closely with the team to evaluate, transition, and implement advanced consolidation functionalities for 5–6 entities. This is a high-impact role for an <strong>experienced accountant and Sage specialist</strong> who is comfortable navigating legacy systems, migrating data, and setting up efficient processes in the upgraded platform. Duration is 3-6 months. Fully remote, with occasional travel to London, Ontario. </p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee the upgrade from an older Sage 300 version to the <strong>current Sage Intacct (cloud-based)</strong> system.</li><li>Transition existing financial data and functionality with minimal disruption to the business.</li><li>Build and configure consolidation processes in the new system based on current needs.<strong>:</strong></li><li>Analyze and understand Excel-based financial consolidation processes that have been in place for over a decade.</li><li>Map existing workflows in Excel to Sage Intacct's native consolidation features for automation and efficiency gains.</li><li>Ensure accurate financial reporting for 5–6 companies, with no intercompany transaction complexities.</li><li>Guide and train internal stakeholders through the transition process to ensure adoption of the upgraded system.</li><li>Document workflows, processes, and key insights for long-term sustainability.</li><li>Encourage proactive information sharing to mitigate current challenges where key details are siloed.</li><li>Recommend and implement best practices for financial consolidation and reporting within Sage Intacct.</li><li>Address any issues or inefficiencies in current processes to improve accuracy and timelines.</li></ul><p><br></p> Corporate Tax Director (hybrid) <p>We are seeking a Director, Corporate Tax. In this role, you will be a key player in our client's Corporate Tax team, applying your extensive knowledge of global tax rules to our client's worldwide operations and growth. You will offer analytical, planning, and financial reporting support to our executive team. </p><p><br></p><p>Director, Corporate Tax Responsibilities</p><p><br></p><p>• Lead the development of tax strategies aimed at reducing tax liability while ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.</p><p>• Play a proactive role in tax planning, identifying tax-saving opportunities, credits, and deductions while maintaining a strong ethical and legal stance.</p><p>• Supervise the global tax reporting process, including local tax provision oversight, consolidation, disclosure, and controls. </p><p>• Work with cross-functional teams, including legal, finance, HR, and divisional operations to provide tax guidance for various business initiatives.</p><p>• Monitor and ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations.</p><p>• Lead, mentor, and manage the tax department, ensuring efficient and effective operations.</p><p>• Supervise the preparation and submission of all tax returns, including income tax, sales tax, and other regulatory filings.</p><p>• Collaborate with the finance team to provide accurate tax rate forecasts and tax budgets to proactively support accurate financial planning.</p><p>• Assess potential tax risks, manage tax risk within the corporate framework, oversee global tax exams.</p><p>• Participate in M& A activities, including planning, due diligence, legal document review, integration planning and execution.</p><p>• Stay informed about global tax laws and regulations to ensure complete and accurate compliance.</p>