<p><strong>Overview</strong></p><p>Our client is a Toronto-based family office managing a diverse and complex portfolio of investments across multiple entities. They are seeking an experienced <strong>Controller</strong> to lead all accounting and financial reporting activities for the group. This role is ideal for a hands-on, technically strong accounting professional who thrives in smaller, dynamic environments and is comfortable navigating complex investment structures. The Controller will play a critical role in ensuring financial accuracy, transparency, and control across the organization while acting as a trusted partner to ownership and senior stakeholders.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes across multiple legal entities</li><li>Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with applicable accounting standards (ASPE and/or IFRS, as applicable)</li><li>Ensure timely, accurate, and consistent reporting across all entities</li><li>Oversee accounting for a broad range of investments (e.g., private equity, real estate, marketable securities, structured investments, intercompany arrangements)</li><li>Manage fair value measurements, capital activity, distributions, and complex journal entries</li><li>Work closely with external advisors on valuation, tax structuring, and investment reporting</li><li>Manage intercompany transactions, reconciliations, and eliminations</li><li>Maintain entity-level financial integrity while supporting consolidated reporting</li><li>Ensure proper documentation and controls across entities</li><li>Establish and maintain strong internal controls and accounting policies</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve processes, reporting efficiency, and system usage</li><li>Act as a key point of contact for auditors, tax advisors, and external consultants</li><li>Provide oversight and mentorship to junior accounting staff </li><li>Partner closely with ownership, investment teams, and external advisors</li><li>Translate complex financial information into clear, actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders</li></ul>
We are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Controller to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Mississauga, Ontario. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in streamlining financial processes, optimizing financial systems, and enhancing reporting capabilities to support the company’s rapid growth. This position offers a unique opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and directly contribute to the financial health and operational efficiency of the organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee the optimization of QuickBooks Online to improve functionality and maximize reporting capabilities.<br>• Develop and implement efficient budgeting and cost tracking processes across multiple entities.<br>• Lead and execute month-end and year-end close procedures to achieve timely and accurate reporting.<br>• Create and format management and board-level financial reports.<br>• Establish cost centres and intercompany elimination processes to ensure accurate consolidation of financial data.<br>• Assist in preparing regulatory filings and compliance reports on a monthly basis.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to identify and implement process improvements for enhanced financial operations.<br>• Provide hands-on support in journal entries and reconciliations to ensure data accuracy.<br>• Work closely with senior leadership to align financial strategies with organizational goals.<br>• Conduct regular assessments of financial systems to identify opportunities for optimization.
<p><strong>Job Posting: Interim Controller </strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> York Region, 5 days onsite</p><p> <strong>Duration:</strong> 4+ months </p><p> </p><p><strong>About the Opportunity:</strong></p><p> Robert Half is seeking an experienced and hands-on Controller for a York Region nonprofit organization. In this role, the controller will be supporting the finance team during a transition period. This role is fully on-site and offers an immediate opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a collaborative and values-driven environment.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>· Partner closely with the CAO and existing Controller to review, reconcile, and enhance accounting processes.</p><p>· Support and mentor a strong team including two experienced Accounting Specialists and a Payroll Manager.</p><p>· Oversee full-cycle accounting operations, including general ledger oversight, reconciliations, and financial reporting.</p><p>· Assist with payroll, benefit, and HR system integration as needed (experience with Raiser's Edge and UKG an asset).</p><p>· Ensure compliance with all internal controls, standards, and regulatory requirements.</p><p>· Offer a fresh perspective—assess and recommend process improvements as appropriate.</p><p>· Collaborate kindly and professionally with multiple departments, upholding school values of kindness and inclusion.</p><p><br></p>
<p>This is not a typical corporate desk role. We need someone who will partner with operations, understands job costing, payroll, WIP, and construction-style billing — and can operate independently.</p><p> </p><p>You will oversee full-cycle accounting, monthly reporting, compliance (HST, CRA, WSIB, EHT), and help modernize our processes toward a more digital, paperless system.</p><p> </p><p>We are practical. If you understand fabrication margins, labour tracking, and project-based accounting — we want to talk.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><p> </p><p>· Full-cycle accounting (AP, AR, GL, payroll oversight)</p><p>· Progress billings, change orders & holdbacks</p><p>· Job costing and WIP tracking</p><p>· Monthly financial reporting to ownership</p><p>· HST, CRA, WSIB, EHT compliance</p><p>· Cash flow monitoring and margin protection</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Controller to oversee financial operations and ensure the accuracy and integrity of all accounting processes. This role requires someone with a strong focus on detail and a solid background in financial reporting and budgeting. The successful candidate will take a lead role in ensuring compliance with corporate policies and IFRS accounting. Located in Fredericton, New Brunswick, this is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a dynamic organization.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and analyze financial statements to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.</p><p>• Annual budget preparation and budgetary control, annual forecasts and various management reports.</p><p>• Lead month end and Report Key performance indicators, financials, forecast, variance analysis and management financial reporting. </p><p>• Supervise the compilation and balancing of all financial data reported by operations management.</p><p>• Review and provide daily/weekly costing. </p><p>• Work closely with Operations to ensure timely pricing and costing information is always available. </p><p>• Develop and maintain a solid understanding of operational and corporate business practices and standardization. </p><p>• Provide leadership and guidance to the accounting team to foster growth and efficiency.</p><p>• Supervise the internal controls process. </p><p>• Ensure compliance of statutory laws and taxations. </p><p>• Supervise Internal /External audits. </p>
<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>Our client is a rapidly growing manufacturing company specializing in high‑quality production for global brands. As they continue to expand their customer base across North America, they are strengthening their leadership team with a<strong> Controller</strong> who thrives in a fast‑paced, collaborative, and hands‑on environment.</p><p><br></p><p>This is an <strong>onsite role</strong>, working closely with Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, and senior leadership to support accurate financial reporting and drive strong business performance.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Overview</strong></p><p>Reporting to the Director of Finance, the<strong> Controller</strong> will have deep technical accounting expertise, strong leadership capability, and extensive experience in costing in a manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate is a CPA with IFRS knowledge, has strong analytical skills, and brings proven experience in month-end close, full‑cycle accounting, costing, inventory budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. Candidates must have experience in the food manufacturing or CPG industries. Hands‑on SAP knowledge will be strongly preferred.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Financial Reporting & Month‑End Close</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the month‑end and year‑end close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</li><li>Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules in accordance with <strong>IFRS</strong>.</li><li>Ensure compliance with corporate policies, accounting standards, and audit requirements.</li></ul><p><strong>Manufacturing & Cost Control </strong></p><ul><li>Manage standard costing, WIP and finished goods valuation.</li><li>Analyze production variances with Plant Managers. </li></ul><p><strong>Full‑Cycle Accounting</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee general ledger, reconciliations, accruals, and journal entries.</li><li>Maintain cost accounting structures and support product costing and inventory valuations.</li><li>Review AP, AR, and payroll entries for accuracy and compliance.</li></ul><p><strong>Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Analysis</strong></p><ul><li>Lead annual budgeting and recurring forecasting processes.</li><li>Provide meaningful financial analysis and insights to support business decisions.</li><li>Present results, trends, and risk/opportunity assessments to leadership teams.</li></ul><p><strong>Leadership & Collaboration</strong></p><ul><li>Lead, coach, and develop members of the finance team.</li><li>Collaborate onsite with operations managers, plant leadership, and project teams.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement in processes, controls, financial systems, and reporting.</li></ul><p><strong>Systems & Tools</strong></p><ul><li>Utilize <strong>SAP</strong> for general ledger, costing, and project reporting.</li><li>Enhance system utilization for automation, accuracy, and efficiency.</li><li>Ensure data integrity across financial and production systems.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong></strong></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Controller on a fractional basis to join our team in Concord, Ontario. This contract position offers the opportunity to oversee critical financial operations and contribute to the strategic success of the organization. If you have a strong background in accounting, reporting, and operations, we encourage you to apply.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage the organization's accounting functions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with established standards.</p><p>• Oversee payroll processes and ensure timely and precise payment distribution.</p><p>• Prepare detailed financial reports, utilizing tools to present data effectively.</p><p>• Monitor and manage budget processes, providing insights and recommendations for financial planning.</p><p>• Perform ad hoc financial analyses to support decision-making and operational improvements.</p><p>• Collaborate with other teams to ensure seamless integration of accounting software systems.</p><p>• Utilize CRM tools to maintain accurate financial records and support client relationship management.</p><p>• Lead financial reporting efforts, ensuring clarity and adherence to regulatory requirements.</p><p>• Implement and oversee accounting software systems to optimize financial operations.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures across all departments.</p>
<p><strong>Controller</strong></p><p><strong>Cambridge, ON</strong></p><p><strong>3+ months, 5 days onsite </strong></p><p><br></p><p>Our financial services client is seeking an interim Controller. In this role, the Controller’s engagement is a critical, hands on, process improvement with strong leadership role. The assignment will support the finance function—13 professionals across AP, Payroll, and high-volume accounting for 78 retail branches—leveraging both domestic and offshore BPO resources. The goal is to stabilize workflows, secure systems, and maintain stability in the group. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Rapidly secure and rationalize system accesses across all finance platforms.</li><li>Deep-dive process mapping to identify workflow breakages and recurring operational bottlenecks in AP, Payroll, and Store Accounting.</li><li>Own and execute daily operations and oversee month-end close, ensuring accuracy and timeliness for high-volume branch activities.</li><li>Repair, streamline, and document core finance processes; directly build and implement actionable SOPs for both domestic and offshore teams.</li><li>Take full ownership of the general ledger, reconciliations, and financial controls.</li><li>Partner closely with BPO leads in the Philippines for seamless integration and alignment.</li><li>Serve as the “fixer:” actively troubleshoot, solve, and optimize, not just report—work side-by-side with line staff to uncover root causes.</li><li>Mentor and lead team effectively and efficiently.</li></ul>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant and Manager to join a well-established accounting firm in Trenton, Ontario. This role is ideal for a motivated individual with a strong background in audits, reviews, and tax services who thrives in a client-focused environment. You will play a vital role in delivering comprehensive accounting solutions to owner-managed businesses.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and review financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.</p><p>• Conduct audits, reviews, and Notice to Reader engagements for a variety of clients.</p><p>• Manage corporate and personal tax filings, providing expert guidance on tax planning and compliance.</p><p>• Build and maintain strong relationships with business owners to understand their needs and provide tailored advice.</p><p>• Oversee client accounts, including monitoring transactions and balances to ensure financial health.</p><p>• Address audit findings, providing recommendations for improvement and implementing solutions.</p><p>• Lead audit engagements, coordinating with team members to deliver high-quality results.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to support the growth and success of clients' businesses.</p><p>• Ensure all financial records are organized and up-to-date, adhering to regulatory requirements.</p><p>• Provide innovative strategies to clients, helping them optimize their financial operations and achieve growth.</p>
<p>We are looking for a skilled Plant Controller to oversee financial operations and ensure accurate reporting for our facility in Etobicoke, Ontario. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with a strong background in accounting and financial management, capable of driving efficiency and supporting strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and demonstrate expertise in managing budgets, capital investments, and financial systems.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Supervise and manage all financial operations, including budgeting, reporting, and forecasting.</p><p>• Oversee capital management processes to ensure optimal allocation of resources and investments.</p><p>• Utilize accounting software systems to maintain accurate financial records and generate detailed reports.</p><p>• Perform ad hoc financial analyses to support business decisions and identify areas for improvement.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline financial processes and enhance operational efficiency.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies across all reporting and accounting activities.</p><p>• Lead the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.</p><p>• Monitor and manage financial risks, providing insights to mitigate potential impacts on the business.</p><p>• Develop and implement strategies to improve cost control and profitability.</p><p>• Support audits and provide accurate documentation to external and internal stakeholders.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to join our team in south Cambridge, Ontario. This role is ideal for someone with strong attention to detail in financial matters who thrives in managing complex accounting processes and contributing to the financial stability of a dynamic organization. You will play a key role in overseeing project accounting, treasury, and payroll functions, while ensuring compliance with legal agreements and financial regulations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage monthly financial close processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting.</p><p>• Oversee project accounting including job costing for multiple active projects ranging from short-term to multi-year durations, ensuring proper tracking, WIP reporting, and compliance.</p><p>• Lead treasury functions, including cash forecasting, banking negotiations, and lease management.</p><p>• Administer union agreements and payroll complexities across various geographic locations.</p><p>• Monitor and manage lien processes and holdbacks to ensure compliance with provincial regulations.</p><p>• Drive efficiency improvements in accounting processes and systems, including integrating field payroll into the Eclipse system.</p><p>• Collaborate on special projects to enhance forecasting and streamline operations.</p><p>• Maintain oversight of multiple operational and holding entities to ensure accurate financial reporting.</p><p>• Support year-end audit processes and work closely with external auditors to finalize reports.</p>
<p>Seeking a detail-oriented Project Controller on behalf of a leading consulting and engineering organization. This is an exciting opportunity for professionals to contribute to the financial oversight and performance management of diverse projects within a collaborative and dynamic environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Oversee financial monitoring, reporting, and forecasting for multiple projects, ensuring accuracy and compliance.</li><li>Track project budgets, manage cost controls, and support project managers in identifying and mitigating financial risks.</li><li>Prepare regular financial reports and analysis for internal stakeholders, highlighting project status and variances.</li><li>Assist in invoice preparation, contract management, and revenue recognition according to organizational policies.</li><li>Collaborate with project teams to review performance, implement process improvements, and promote best practices.</li><li>Support audits and ensure adherence to internal controls and regulatory requirements.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Corporate Controller to join our team on a contract basis in Toronto, Ontario. This role requires an experienced and detail-oriented individual who can seamlessly manage financial operations, including month-end and quarter-end closings, and oversee accounting functions without the need for extensive onboarding. As a key leader, you will play a vital role in ensuring accurate reporting and smooth transitions during critical filing periods.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead and manage the month-end and quarter-end close processes to ensure accurate financial reporting.<br>• Prepare and review detailed journal entries with precision and attention to compliance.<br>• Supervise day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable oversight, general ledger management, and operational payments.<br>• Directly manage a team comprising four employees and one to two contractors, fostering collaboration and efficiency.<br>• Provide stable leadership during audit processes and address post-audit inquiries with confidence.<br>• Ensure a seamless transition from audit results to Q1 reporting requirements.<br>• Oversee and support operational accounting functions to maintain accuracy and consistency.<br>• Act as a reliable point of contact for auditors and external stakeholders, ensuring clarity and professionalism.<br>• Maintain a high standard of financial documentation and reporting practices.
