We are looking for a skilled Accountant to join our team in Ottawa, Ontario. This is a fantastic opportunity for a detail-oriented individual with over three years of experience in accounting to contribute to a long-term contract position. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in financial processes and a strong understanding of accounting systems to support various organizational needs.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Prepare and manage billing procedures while maintaining compliance with company policies.<br>• Conduct account reconciliations to identify discrepancies and resolve them promptly.<br>• Apply revenue recognition principles to ensure accurate financial reporting.<br>• Utilize ERP systems, including Netsuite, to streamline accounting operations.<br>• Process payroll and related transactions using tools such as ADP.<br>• Manage invoices and ensure proper documentation for all financial records.<br>• Collaborate with teams to ensure smooth financial operations and adherence to organizational procedures.<br>• Leverage experience with Concur to handle expense management efficiently.
<p>Due to growth, our client East of Ottawa is seeking a Senior Accountant Reporting to the Controller, the Accountant is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely monthly closing and reporting of the Company’s financial results. The Accountant will also work closely with the Operations Team for lease negotiations and renewals, tracking construction costs, managing construction financing and accurate billing of common area costs.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>This is a fully on site role one hour East of Ottawa.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>-Providing timely and accurate information to Company leaders, including analysis, forecasting and preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.</p><p>-Undertaking variance analysis to ensure a clear understanding of financial results.</p><p>-Calculating quarterly bank covenants.</p><p>-Understanding financing arrangements.</p><p>-Ensuring that rents are collected in a timely manner.</p><p>-Ensuring and developing internal controls and Standard Operating Procedures are updated on a timely manner.</p><p>-Preparing all year end working papers are completed for the company’s year end audit.</p><p>-Developing and reporting on Key Performance Indicators for the business.</p><p>-Quarterly Balance Sheet reconciliations.</p><p>-Ensuring all lease documentation is in place and updating the Master Lease schedules and Lease summary documentation.</p><p>-Ensuring that all HST, Income taxes and other statutory filings are completed and remitted on time.</p><p>-Reconciling & Invoicing Intercompany balances, including Rent, CAM and Insurance.</p><p>-Partnering with business departments to define measure, analyze, improve and control current processes which impact customer quality and influence internal operating efficiency.</p><p>-Providing strategic analysis, as required, to drive improved decision making.</p><p>-Working with external auditors and government auditors.</p><p>-General accounting duties to support the accounting function of the Company, covering for other Accountants when required.</p><p>-Other related duties as required or assigned.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p><strong>We are partnering with an excellent organization that is growing rapidly and is looking to add an experienced Staff Accountant to their team. This is a full-time/permanent role in the Ottawa region.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Advantages:</strong></p><p>-Competitive salary (65-70K)</p><p>-Benefits + RRSP matching </p><p>-3 weeks vacation</p><p>-Free parking</p><p>-1 day work from home + flex hours</p><p>-Excellent culture and leadership team</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><br></p><p>• Reconcile accounts payable and receivable for multiple entities.</p><p>• Bank and credit card reconciliations.</p><p>• Generate and distribute customer invoices and credit memos in a timely manner.</p><p>• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in vendor statements to ensure accurate records.</p><p>• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities, including preparing journal entries and reconciling accounts.</p><p>• Provide support for audit preparation by organizing and maintaining relevant documentation.</p><p>• Collaborate in improving automation workflows and transitioning to a new system.</p><p>• Maintain comprehensive digital records to ensure compliance and readiness for audits.</p><p>• Perform ad-hoc financial analyses and contribute to special projects to support company growth.</p>
<p>Our well respected client is looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to join their team in Ottawa, Ontario. This long-term contract position is ideal for someone with expertise in financial management and a strong background in accounting functions. The role emphasizes accounts receivable processes while also involving general accounting tasks.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Manage accounts receivable operations, including invoicing, payment tracking, and reconciliation.</p><p>• Oversee accounts payable processes, ensuring timely and accurate payments.</p><p>• Prepare and record journal entries to maintain precise financial records.</p><p>• Handle bank deposits and ensure proper documentation.</p><p>• Utilize advanced Excel and Sage software for comprehensive financial reporting and analysis.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to streamline accounting workflows and improve efficiency.</p><p>• Support payroll processing, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations.</p><p>• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and reports for organizational review.</p><p>• Maintain accurate records and ensure adherence to accounting standards.</p><p>• Proactively address discrepancies and resolve financial issues.</p>
<p>Our client is looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to join their team in Ottawa, Ontario. In this Contract-to-Permanent position, you will play a key role in managing financial operations and ensuring accuracy in accounting processes. This role offers an opportunity to work with high volumes of transactions and contribute to a growing company’s financial success.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Perform reconciliations for visa transactions and intercompany accounts to ensure accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Manage high-volume accounts payable processes, including invoice verification and payment processing.</p><p>• Prepare comprehensive sales summaries and provide supporting documents for supplier payments.</p><p>• Process credit card applications and handle related inquiries efficiently.</p><p>• Assist in the preparation of year-end financial reports and produce income statements.</p><p>• Oversee collections and billing activities to optimize cash flow.</p><p>• Handle visa statements and ensure proper documentation for financial records.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to maintain the accuracy and integrity of accounting data.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced, <strong>fluently bilingual Chief Financial Officer (CFO)</strong> to oversee the financial, administrative, and security operations of our client's Crown Corporation in Ottawa, Ontario. This pivotal role involves managing a significant Crown Corporation's financial portfolio, ensuring fiscal stewardship, and maintaining operational continuity across multiple domains. The ideal candidate will bring a wealth of expertise in financial management, risk mitigation, and security oversight to uphold the organization's mission and safeguard its assets.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Lead financial planning, budgeting, and reporting processes to ensure the organization meets its fiscal objectives.</p><p>• Oversee the management of an investment portfolio valued at over $480 million, ensuring optimal returns and compliance with regulations.</p><p>• Direct key administrative functions, including accounting, contracting, and accommodation services.</p><p>• Develop and implement comprehensive risk management strategies to mitigate potential threats and maintain operational continuity.</p><p>• Supervise security policies, practices, and systems to safeguard physical and informational assets.</p><p>• Manage crisis response and incident handling to ensure the organization remains resilient in the face of challenges.</p><p>• Collaborate with executive leadership to align financial and administrative strategies with organizational goals.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with government funding requirements and oversee the allocation of $380 million in annual expenses.</p><p>• Optimize the use of accounting software, CRM systems, and other business tools to streamline operations.</p><p>• Provide guidance and mentorship to the finance and administration teams to foster detail-oriented growth.</p>
<p>Our client is looking for an experienced Tax Consultant to join their team on a contract basis in Ottawa, Ontario. In this role, you will leverage your expertise to ensure compliance with tax regulations, provide strategic guidance, and oversee the preparation and review of tax filings. This position offers an opportunity to work closely with various stakeholders to enhance tax compliance processes and mitigate risks.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Monitor compliance with federal, provincial, and municipal tax laws, ensuring timely and accurate filing of all required tax returns.</p><p>• Conduct in-depth tax audits to identify potential risks and discrepancies in compliance.</p><p>• Prepare and review a variety of tax returns, including corporate, sales, and income taxes, based on financial data.</p><p>• Stay informed of changes in tax legislation and provide guidance to management on adjusting strategies to maintain compliance.</p><p>• Offer training and support to internal teams on tax compliance policies and best practices.</p><p>• Develop and implement procedures to streamline tax compliance processes and improve efficiency.</p><p>• Collaborate with external auditors and tax authorities to manage reviews and resolve any issues.</p><p>• Conduct research to address complex tax scenarios and provide solutions that align with regulatory requirements.</p><p>• Support the preparation of annual income tax provisions and consolidated tax returns.</p><p>• Ensure all corporate tax compliance requirements are met while maintaining thorough documentation.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced <strong>VP/Director of Finance</strong> to lead and oversee financial operations and strategy for clients organization. This senior leadership role will involve driving financial planning, ensuring compliance with regulations, and optimizing processes to support business growth. The ideal candidate will bring a wealth of expertise in financial management and a proven ability to lead teams effectively.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Develop and implement financial strategies that align with organizational goals and drive long-term growth.</p><p>• Oversee budgeting processes, ensuring accuracy and alignment with business priorities.</p><p>• Manage accounting functions, including the preparation of financial statements and compliance reporting.</p><p>• Lead financial analysis and reporting to support key decision-making processes.</p><p>• Optimize the use of accounting software systems and tools for improved efficiency.</p><p>• Supervise payroll operations and ensure seamless integration with financial services such as ADP.</p><p>• Collaborate with other departments to ensure financial alignment with CRM systems and organizational objectives.</p><p>• Streamline expense management through tools like Concur to maintain cost control.</p><p>• Provide leadership and guidance to finance teams, fostering growth and collaboration.</p><p>• Perform ad hoc financial tasks and analyses to address specific business needs.0013309263</p>
<p><strong>Robert Half is partnering with an excellent organization that's looking for a bilingual Finance Officer to join their team. This is a full-time/permanent role on site. </strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Advantages:</strong></p><p>-Competitive salary (65-70K)</p><p>-Full benefits + RRSP match</p><p>-Up to 4 weeks vacation + 15 sick days</p><p>-Free parking</p><p>-Excellent team</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Prepare and issue sales invoices accurately and in a timely manner.</p><p>• Conduct follow-up calls with customers to address overdue accounts and arrange payments.</p><p>• Generate detailed aging reports to monitor outstanding balances.</p><p>• Process and apply debits, credits, and payments, including cheques and credit card transactions.</p><p>• Manage employee expense claims by reviewing and processing them for reimbursement.</p><p>• Investigate and resolve customer disputes related to billing and payments.</p><p>• Create journal entries and assist in maintaining accurate financial records.</p><p>• Handle the bank reconciliation.</p><p>• Process the employees' payroll including bonuses, deductions, and taxes. </p><p>• Assist with the month end closing duties.</p><p>• Assist the Finance Manager with other financial duties.</p><p>• Reconcile monthly revenue accounts and support year-end closing and audit preparations.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Ottawa, Ontario. In this long-term contract position, you will play a vital role in managing financial transactions and ensuring accuracy in accounts payable processes. This role is ideal for someone with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to maintaining efficient workflow within the construction industry.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process vendor invoices accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring all required documentation is complete.<br>• Enter financial data into accounting systems with precision and consistency.<br>• Reconcile general ledger accounts to ensure proper balancing and report discrepancies as needed.<br>• Review, approve, and distribute invoices for payment, adhering to company policies and procedures.<br>• Batch invoices and payments for processing using specialized accounting software.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve invoice discrepancies and maintain smooth operations.<br>• Monitor accounts payable records and ensure compliance with auditing standards.<br>• Utilize ERP systems to streamline accounts payable workflows and improve efficiency.<br>• Manage accrual accounting processes to accurately reflect financial obligations.<br>• Handle automated clearing house (ACH) transactions and other payment methods securely.
<p>Due to a retirement er are looking for an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) or Director of Finance to join our clients team in Orleans, Ontario. This role requires a strong leader with expertise in financial management, strategic planning, and operational oversight. The ideal candidate will have a proven ability to drive organizational success by implementing best practices, managing diverse teams, and ensuring compliance with financial and administrative standards.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and implement strategic financial plans in collaboration with executive management to achieve corporate goals.</p><p>• Oversee and provide leadership to HR, administrative staff, and accounting teams, ensuring efficient operations and strong team performance.</p><p>• Review contracts for financial compliance, providing detailed feedback and coordinating with legal experts when necessary.</p><p>• Manage relationships with third-party IT service providers and offer technical support for software applications, including Microsoft tools and accounting systems.</p><p>• Act as a global administrator for Microsoft platforms, handling identity management, security, licensing, and communication tools.</p><p>• Maintain and process security clearances for employees in compliance with government regulations.</p><p>• Supervise financial operations across multiple entities, including reviewing payables, payroll, financial statements, and tax returns for inactive corporations.</p><p>• Coordinate updates to corporate minute books and oversee documentation for holding companies.</p><p>• Prepare and sign prequalification proposals and tender bonds, collaborating with estimators for technical inputs.</p><p>• Lead safety, training, and certification initiatives to ensure compliance and enhance organizational standards.</p>
<p>We are looking for an accomplished and forward-thinking Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our client's executive leadership team in Ottawa, Ontario. This role is pivotal in overseeing financial strategy, compliance, and operational excellence while serving as a trusted advisor to senior leadership and the Board of Directors. The successful candidate will bring a balance of strategic vision and hands-on expertise to ensure the organization's financial sustainability and regulatory adherence.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Provide strategic financial guidance to the Board of Directors, executive team, and senior management to support organizational decision-making and long-term goals.</p><p>• Manage and oversee financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes for the organization and its subsidiaries.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with federal contracting standards and regulations, while delivering accurate analysis to support corporate planning.</p><p>• Develop and maintain robust internal controls, risk management strategies, and treasury operations to safeguard organizational assets.</p><p>• Establish and enforce financial policies and systems that adhere to high standards and regulatory requirements.</p><p>• Lead, mentor, and develop senior finance managers and their teams, fostering growth and succession planning.</p><p>• Collaborate with external stakeholders, including auditors, regulators, financial institutions, insurers, and government authorities.</p><p>• Represent the organization in high-level negotiations with federal government departments, benefit providers, and major partners.</p><p>• Work closely with Federation CFOs to align financial strategies and practices across the broader organization.</p><p>• Drive operational improvements through the implementation and optimization of financial systems and tools.</p>
<p>Our client is looking for a skilled Accounts Receivable Specialist to join their team on a contract basis in Kanata, Ontario. This role is ideal for an individual with a strong background in accounts receivable and excellent communication skills. You will play a key role in managing invoicing, collections, and payment processing for a global company.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Handle business-to-business collections to ensure timely payment and resolution of outstanding balances.</p><p>• Prepare and send invoices accurately while maintaining thorough documentation.</p><p>• Manage cash collections and monitor incoming payments to ensure proper allocation.</p><p>• Utilize accounting software systems and tools to track and manage accounts receivable processes.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to address discrepancies and provide clear communication to clients.</p><p>• Process payments efficiently, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.</p><p>• Maintain detailed records of transactions and collections for reporting purposes.</p><p>• Provide exceptional customer service to resolve client inquiries related to billing and collections.</p><p>• Apply critical thinking to identify and resolve challenges in accounts receivable processes.</p><p>• Work within a proprietary system to ensure seamless operations and accurate data management.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Ottawa, Ontario, on a contract basis. In this role, you will be responsible for managing a range of financial tasks, including accounts payable processing, ledger reviews, and invoice verification. This is an excellent opportunity to apply your expertise in accounting systems and contribute to the financial operations of a not-for-profit organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process and manage accounts payable transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with organizational policies.<br>• Prepare subledger entries and review general ledger accounts to maintain accurate financial records.<br>• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.<br>• Enter data into PeopleSoft for approval and payment processing.<br>• Review purchase orders and ensure proper documentation is in place.<br>• Complete month-end reconciliations and support accurate financial reporting.<br>• Verify invoices for accuracy and compliance with procurement policies.<br>• Manage accounts receivable tasks, including payment collection and vendor communication.<br>• Utilize Concur to support expense management and reporting.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to streamline payment and procurement processes.
<p>Due to a retirement, we are looking for a highly skilled Plant Controller to join our clients team in Perth, Ontario. This role is an excellent opportunity for an experienced financial expert to oversee and enhance the financial operations of a dynamic, private equity-backed company. Reporting directly to the President and Board of Directors, the successful candidate will play a key role in financial planning, compliance, and strategic decision-making. Opportunity to grow in CFO.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Develop and maintain internal control policies and procedures for financial reporting, cash management, and credit operations.</p><p>• Lead the month-end closing process and ensure the preparation of accurate financial statements.</p><p>• Establish and monitor key performance indicators to assess and improve business performance.</p><p>• Deliver timely and transparent financial reports, schedules, and dashboards to senior management and the Board of Directors.</p><p>• Present risk assessments and monthly financial updates to key stakeholders.</p><p>• Manage relationships with banking institutions and oversee daily cash management and bank reconciliations.</p><p>• Supervise the annual audit process and coordinate with external auditors to ensure compliance.</p><p>• Ensure adherence to all regulatory and tax filing requirements.</p><p>• Direct the annual budgeting process and develop financial forecasts and models to support business strategies.</p><p>• Oversee IT and HR functions, including payroll, benefits administration, and insurance policy renewals.</p>
<p>Our downtown Ottawa client is seeking an experienced <strong>Senior Internal Auditor</strong> who will provide support to the Manager Internal Audit and lead teams in internal audit.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Actively participates in department planning sessions to assist in developing a flexible audit plan.</li><li>Effectively and efficiently performs assigned work including: o Leading an audit team as the Auditor-In-Charge (AIC) to manage and complete assigned projects;</li><li>Preparing individual work programs for routine assignments and assisting in the preparation of work programs in more complex engagements; o Completing assigned work independently under the supervision of Manager or Director for more complex assignments; o Communicating effectively with the team, throughout the work; o Analyzing data in routine situations (in certain situations, uses audit tools to facilitate the analysis);</li><li>Preparing files and raising exceptions and providing value added recommendations; o Providing input into reports; and o Managing his/her own time within the approved budget.</li><li>Actively participates in team discussions, providing feedback to others within the group;</li><li>Builds and maintains networks with managers and employees;</li><li>Maintains currency in detail oriented standards (IIA, CIA, ISACA etc.) and applies these standards in every day interaction with clients and in the performance of work;</li><li>Maintains technical skills; and</li><li>Perform other administrative tasks as assigned in support of the overall department objectives.</li></ul>
