<p><strong>Job Title: Finance Manager (Contract)</strong></p><p><strong>Position Type:</strong> 6-Month Contract </p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Onsite, Kitchener/Waterloo Area, ON (5 days/week)</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Description</strong></p><p>We are looking for an experienced Controller to oversee financial and accounting operations for a dynamic organization in Kitchener/Waterloo, Ontario. This long-term contract role offers an exciting opportunity to manage a team, improve processes, and ensure compliance with Canadian and UK financial regulations. The ideal candidate will bring a hands-on approach to financial reporting, reconciliations, and process optimization.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead finance operations for an acquired UK entity, including <strong>AP, AR, payroll tax, balance sheet reconciliations, and overall compliance</strong>.</li><li>Ensure adherence to <strong>UK accounting rules (VAT, payroll, etc.)</strong>, and IFRS standards.</li><li>Supervise and manage a team responsible for accounts payable, accounts receivable, and daily financial operations.</li><li>Collaborate with internal teams to streamline reporting processes and tailor financial statements to meet local standards.</li><li>Assist with ERP system integration across UK and Canadian operations.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>Reporting directly to the CEO, the <strong>Chief Financial Officer (CFO)</strong> will play a pivotal role in shaping strategic financial decisions as part of the executive leadership team. This position offers the unique opportunity to succeed the current CFO transitioning into the Chief Operating Officer role—providing essential mentorship and continuity during your onboarding.</p><p>The successful candidate will oversee the financial health of the organization while driving strategic growth initiatives and operational efficiency. With a hands-on approach, you will serve as an advisor and partner to the CEO, COO, and other key leaders to ensure sustainable, long-term value creation.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Act as a strategic advisor to the CEO, COO, and other stakeholders.</li><li>Lead all aspects of <strong>finance, accounting, tax, and treasury</strong> functions, including non-financial areas as assigned.</li><li>Foster interdepartmental collaboration, ensuring alignment across sales, operations, IT, and other functions.</li><li>Develop and oversee the <strong>annual budgeting</strong> and forecasting processes.</li><li>Utilize data analytics and KPIs to drive insights and enable agile decision-making.</li><li>Manage cash flow, monitor financial covenants, and ensure <strong>GAAP-compliant financial reporting</strong>.</li><li>Oversee risk management initiatives and enhance financial controls to safeguard assets.</li><li>Partner with the leadership team to evaluate business performance and lead efforts on innovation and cost control.</li><li>Engage and coach a high-performing finance team, ensuring succession planning aligns with future goals.</li><li>Build and maintain relationships with external auditors, investors, and lenders.</li><li>Manage all aspects of <strong>public reporting</strong> to ensure compliance and transparency.</li><li>Oversee IT strategy in collaboration with IT teams to support business data and system integration.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>Are you ready to elevate your career in accounting within a dynamic and innovative environment? Our Hamilton client is a publicly traded company where your contributions shape the future of the industry. We are seeking a motivated <strong>Controller </strong>to lead and transform accounting processes, mentor a talented finance team, and drive operational excellence across all business units. <strong>Please note this role is 100% onsite (for at least the first year).</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You'll Do</strong></p><ul><li>Drive Excellence: Oversee key accounting processes, including AP, AR, job costing, cost accounting, and project profitability reporting, ensuring accuracy and adherence to internal controls</li><li>Streamline & Automate: Innovate and refine workflows by streamlining and automating internal processes, enhancing both efficiency and accuracy</li><li>Mentor Future Leaders: Lead, support, and train the finance team to perform at their highest potential, fostering professional growth and ensuring the integrity of the reporting cycle</li><li>Guide Decision-Making: Uncover actionable insights and trends through financial analyses to drive operational improvements across projects and business units</li><li>Build Best Practices: Collaborate with the VP of Finance and key stakeholders to create standardized accounting practices that improve efficiency and establish benchmarks for success</li><li>Deliver Results: Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting packages, including forecasts, budgets, and variance analyses, with accuracy and timeliness</li></ul><p><strong>Your Contribution to the Team</strong></p><ul><li>Leadership That Inspires: Provide mentorship and coaching to team members while promoting their professional development and resourcefulness</li><li>Compliance & Accuracy: Ensure financial reporting aligns with ASPE and IFRS frameworks, anticipating changes to standards and implementing necessary adjustments</li><li>Data-Driven Insights: Create key performance indicator (KPI) reports, variance analyses, and work-in-process updates to support business intelligence for leadership decisions</li><li>Relationship Management: Liaise with internal stakeholders and external auditors, fostering effective communication and collaboration across departments</li></ul><p><strong>What is in it for You?</strong></p><ul><li>Career Growth: Unlock new opportunities to expand your expertise while building a deeper understanding of construction accounting and public operations at scale</li><li>Innovative Work Environment: Be part of a company that values creativity, collaboration, and continuous improvement</li><li>Supportive Leadership: Work closely with a VP Finance and an empowered team committed to shared success</li><li>Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, bonus, full health benefits, RRSP match, share purchase plan, merit-based growth opportunities, flexibility, and a positive team culture</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
Waterloo Region (kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge), ON
onsite
Permanent
140000.00 - 160000.00CAD / Yearly
<p>We are looking for an experienced and strategic finance leader to join our executive team in Waterloo Region, Ontario. In this ON SITE Director of Finance role, you will oversee all financial operations, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and alignment with organizational goals. This position offers the opportunity to shape financial strategies, manage key relationships, and lead a high-performing team.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Serve as a strategic partner to the President and executive team, providing financial insights to drive decision-making.</p><p>• Lead the development and management of financial forecasting, budgeting processes, and the preparation of comprehensive financial reports.</p><p>• Ensure the organization adheres to risk management and compliance frameworks, embedding these principles into daily operations.</p><p>• Oversee treasury functions, including cash flow forecasting, capital structure management, and banking relationships.</p><p>• Manage relationships with external auditors and tax advisors to ensure compliance and accuracy in financial matters.</p><p>• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and develop executive-level dashboards to track financial and operational performance.</p><p>• Recruit, train, and retain a skilled and motivated accounting team to support organizational objectives.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement business performance metrics.</p>
<p>We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Controller role. The role involves leading the accounting team, ensuring compliance with financial policies, driving continuous improvement for financial processes, and managing corporate accounting. As the Controller, you will play a crucial role in our client's dynamic and fast-paced workplace.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Leading the accounting team through effective coaching and development to foster a strong team spirit.</p><p>• Ensuring organization-wide compliance with all financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.</p><p>• Continually improving financial processes, systems, and reporting mechanisms.</p><p>• Ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of all financial reports.</p><p>• Managing all aspects of corporate accounting, financial reporting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, inventory, tax, and other required reports.</p><p>• Overseeing all aspects of the general ledger, including journal entries, month-end and year-end entries, and closure of periods.</p><p>• Preparing all necessary documents for the annual audit, organizing inventory counts, and meeting other audit requirements.</p><p>• Assisting in the preparation of the annual budget.</p><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced VP/Director of Finance to lead our financial strategy and operations in Cambridge, Ontario. In this role, you will oversee financial planning, reporting, and compliance, while driving process improvements and aligning financial goals with corporate objectives. The successful candidate will bring a wealth of expertise in accounting, treasury management, and leadership to ensure the organization’s financial health and long-term success. This is an IN OFFICE position.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct the development and management of budgets and forecasts, identifying opportunities for cost control and operational efficiency.</p><p>• Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with Canadian Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).</p><p>• Formulate and implement corporate finance strategies, ensuring optimal allocation of capital and exploring alternative funding solutions.</p><p>• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records through regular reconciliations of balance sheet accounts, including intercompany transactions and fixed assets.</p><p>• Collaborate with external auditors during annual audits, providing required documentation and facilitating efficient audit processes.</p><p>• Manage tax compliance processes, including the preparation and submission of corporate tax returns and the timely payment of liabilities.</p><p>• Identify and implement improvements in financial processes and controls to enhance reporting accuracy and operational efficiency.</p><p>• Lead and mentor the finance team, fostering a culture of accountability and growth.</p><p>• Partner with other departments to provide financial insights and align strategies with organizational goals.</p><p>• Build and maintain relationships with external stakeholders, including auditors, legal advisors, consultants, and financial institutions.</p>
We are looking for a dedicated Finance Business Partner to join our team in London, Ontario. This role offers a unique opportunity to work within the agriculture industry, contributing to the financial success of multiple entities. The position combines remote work with occasional travel to various sites, ensuring hands-on involvement and collaboration with the regional team.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and deliver detailed financial presentations to the board, highlighting performance metrics and insights.<br>• Conduct comprehensive financial analyses to support strategic decision-making and operational improvements.<br>• Compile and finalize financial statements in accordance with organizational standards.<br>• Reconcile accounts to ensure accuracy and compliance with financial regulations.<br>• Maintain and update general ledger accounts, overseeing journal entries as required.<br>• Manage month-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting.<br>• Collaborate with site teams to gather financial data and provide actionable recommendations.<br>• Travel to assigned sites as needed to support financial operations and training.<br>• Contribute to the growth and cohesion of the regional accounting team by sharing best practices and insights.
