We are looking for a skilled Controller to oversee financial operations and ensure compliance with corporate and regulatory standards. Based in Kitchener, Ontario, this role involves managing forecasting, budgeting, and cost analysis while supporting the organization’s long-term financial goals. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in accounting functions, inventory management, and process improvement.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee financial forecasting, budgeting, and capital planning to support the organization’s strategic goals.<br>• Conduct quarterly close processes and prepare financial reports to ensure accuracy and compliance.<br>• Manage costing activities, including inventory valuation, perpetual inventory systems, and physical inventory counts.<br>• Collaborate with consultants to prepare tax returns and oversee SR& ED claims.<br>• Evaluate new product costs, review quotes, and provide insights to support decision-making processes.<br>• Ensure compliance with customs and border-crossing requirements, including CT PAT certification standards.<br>• Supervise insurance administration and compliance for long-lead-time inventory planning.<br>• Work with external auditors to facilitate year-end audits and ensure smooth financial reporting.<br>• Lead special projects to develop and refine forecasting and budgeting processes.
<p>Are you a visionary financial leader with a knack for multi-entity operations, technology integration, and process improvement? If so, we have an excellent opportunity as a <strong>Group Controller</strong> for a well-established and growing distribution organization. Our client prides itself on fostering a collaborative culture and values-driven growth backed by acquisitions.</p><p><br></p><p>Reporting to the CFO and leading a team of 7-10 staff, this is a unique opportunity to lead change within a company that supports career development and values innovation. We're looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced yet supportive environment and who brings a combination of technical expertise, leadership acumen, and a collaborative spirit.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What is in it for you?</strong></p><ul><li>Low Turnover with Tenured Teams: Be part of a stable environment where existing teams have deep industry knowledge and long-standing relationships.</li><li>Growth Through Acquisitions: Join a company that’s expanding operations strategically, creating opportunities for internal career advancement.</li><li>Career Development: Become a key player in an organization that prioritizes investing in employees' growth and upward mobility.</li><li>Technology-Driven: Lead the charge in automating financial reporting and implementing ERP/dashboards for smarter, faster decision-making.</li></ul><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><strong>Accounting and Financial Reporting (ASPE)</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee financial reporting across Canadian and US business units, ensuring timely, accurate, and insights-driven consolidation on a monthly, quarterly, trailing 12-month, and annual basis.</li><li>Conduct robust variance analyses and close month-end processes within 10 business days, including workbook updates and intercompany reconciliations.</li><li>Oversee inventory valuation considerations (e.g., tariffs, landed costs, purchase discounts) and performance metrics across numerous product lines.</li></ul><p><strong>Tax Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Manage corporate tax reporting and timely compliance across Canada and the United States, including transfer pricing arrangements.</li><li>Collaborate with external tax advisors on complex filings for federal, state/provincial, and local requirements.</li></ul><p><strong>Strategic Financial Initiatives</strong></p><ul><li>Support M& A due diligence, post-acquisition integration, and financial modeling for strategic growth initiatives.</li><li>Forecast trends in working capital, backlogs, pricing margins, and customer/supplier behavior to optimize business decisions.</li><li>Drive cost reduction via operational synergies during integrations.</li></ul><p><strong>Technology Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Spearhead ERP system implementations, creating real-time KPI dashboards for more efficient decision-making.</li><li>Leverage AI and automation tools (e.g., BI tools, Expensify) to streamline tasks while maintaining rigorous controls.</li></ul><p><strong>Management & Collaboration</strong></p><ul><li>Partner with cross-functional teams (sales, operations, IT) to align financial strategy with broader business objectives.</li><li>Simplify communication of financial insights for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Financial Analyst to join our team in Cambridge, Ontario. In this role, you will conduct comprehensive financial analyses, prepare accurate reports, and provide valuable insights to support decision-making and operational efficiency. You will also play a critical role in financial operations such as month-end processes, budgeting, and fixed asset management.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations to ensure accurate month-end financial reporting.<br>• Analyze monthly financial reports, identify discrepancies, and take corrective actions as needed.<br>• Maintain and oversee fixed asset records, including depreciation schedules and project cost tracking reports.<br>• Support budgeting processes by providing accurate forecasts for depreciation and other financial elements.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather financial data and offer actionable insights.<br>• Contribute to process improvements by identifying inefficiencies and standardizing financial procedures.<br>• Assist in the implementation and integration of financial systems and processes.<br>• Provide ad-hoc analysis and support for special projects as required.
<p><strong>Interim Director of Finance</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Mississauga, ON (Hybrid – flexible: 3 days onsite, 2 days remote)</p><p><strong>Duration:</strong> 3 months (potential for extension)</p><p><strong>Start Date:</strong> ASAP</p><p><strong>Role Overview:</strong></p><p>Our client is seeking an experienced, hands-on <strong>Interim Director of Finance</strong> to manage financial operations on a interim basis. The role focuses on budgeting, liquidity management, hands-on month-end management and team supervision while ensuring compliance with global and local financial standards.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and complete the <strong>budgeting process</strong> within the ERP system.</li><li>Oversee <strong>liquidity management</strong> and deliver accurate short- and long-term forecasts.</li><li>Analyze and interpret financial data with precision and actionable insights.</li><li>Manage <strong>month-end close procedures</strong> and streamline processes.</li><li>Ensure compliance with required <strong>reporting standards</strong> (IFRS, ASPE).</li><li>Supervise and support 3 direct reports (AR, AP, Payroll).</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Clerk to join our team in Brantford, Ontario. This Contract-to-permanent position offers an exciting opportunity to manage key financial and payroll functions within the food and food processing industry. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in accounts payable, payroll administration, and benefits coordination to ensure smooth financial operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Accurately process and review accounts payable invoices, ensuring proper allocation to general ledger codes or compliance with a three-way match process.<br>• Prepare accounts payable aging reports and compile comprehensive payment documentation for review by the Controller.<br>• Ensure timely processing of payments through checks or other designated methods.<br>• Oversee vendor setup processes, including obtaining necessary approvals and maintaining accurate records.<br>• Maintain an organized filing system for financial documents to ensure accessibility and compliance.<br>• Process weekly payroll for approximately 30 non-unionized hourly and salaried employees using the designated payroll system.<br>• Prepare journal entries related to payroll for the general ledger and reconcile payroll accounts with payroll registers.<br>• Administer group benefits programs and registered retirement pension plans, handling associated tasks and inquiries.<br>• Manage government filings and remittances related to payroll, ensuring compliance with regulations.<br>• Generate daily, weekly, and monthly reports, such as overtime summaries, headcount data, and turnover statistics.
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Clerk to join our leading client in Mississauga, Ontario. In this role, you will focus on managing collections, reconciling accounts, and addressing billing issues for large chain accounts. This position is ideal for someone with strong organizational skills and a customer-focused approach.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process and apply customer payments accurately within the system.</p><p>• Manage collections and resolve outstanding balances with large chain accounts </p><p>• Handle invoicing and customer interactions through online portals.</p><p>• Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies in a timely manner.</p><p>• Reconcile and clear deductions from customer accounts.</p><p>• Perform detailed account reconciliations to ensure accuracy.</p><p>• Communicate effectively with customers to address payment-related concerns.</p><p>• Maintain accurate records of transactions and account activities.</p>
