<p><strong>Controller (Bilingual)</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Downtown Ottawa | Free Parking</p><p><strong>Industry:</strong> Not-for-Profit | Unionized Environment</p><p>Our client, a well-established national not-for-profit organization, is seeking a fully bilingual <strong>Controller</strong> to lead finance and administrative operations in a unionized environment. Reporting to senior leadership, this role supports an annual budget of approximately <strong>$41M</strong> and is responsible for financial stewardship, compliance, reporting, payroll oversight, and administrative leadership across national and regional offices.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on, collaborative finance leader who enjoys working in a mission-driven organization and can balance strategic insight with day-to-day operational execution.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p><strong>Financial Management & Reporting</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the preparation and coordination of the annual operating budget of approximately $41M.</li><li>Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including internal controls, cash flow, accounting policies, and investments.</li><li>Prepare financial statements, management reports, budget-to-actual analyses, and other financial reporting for leadership.</li><li>Monitor financial performance, investigate variances, and provide recommendations to senior leaders.</li><li>Ensure compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements, including CRA, payroll, and Statistics Canada filings.</li><li>Act as the primary contact for internal and external audits and coordinate all related activities.</li><li>Support contract review and negotiations for goods, services, and cost-saving opportunities.</li><li>Provide financial guidance to internal stakeholders, vendors, financial institutions, and external partners.</li><li>Maintain and monitor membership-related financial and reporting data across multiple bargaining units.</li></ul><p><strong>HR, Payroll & Administration</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee payroll administration, employee benefits, and HR-related budget impacts.</li><li>Ensure compliance with collective agreements, employment legislation, and internal policies.</li><li>Support hiring administration, attendance tracking, benefits coordination, and employee support processes.</li><li>Promote a positive, inclusive workplace through strong HR and administrative practices.</li><li>Oversee office operations, facilities, equipment, reception, and administrative support functions.</li></ul><p><strong>National & Regional Support</strong></p><ul><li>Serve as a financial and administrative resource to national leadership and regional offices.</li><li>Provide guidance on financial procedures, compliance requirements, and administrative best practices.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve processes and strengthen shared services across the organization.</li></ul><p><strong>Team Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Supervise and mentor a team of <strong>3 Bookkeepers</strong> and <strong>5 Accounting Assistants</strong>.</li><li>Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>On behalf of our Not for Profit client, Robert Half is seeking a CFO in Ottawa. This 4 days on-site role involves leading financial operations and providing strategic guidance as part of the executive team. The position is offered as a contract role and requires a hands-on leader to ensure continuity and stability within the finance function during a key period.</p><p><strong>Job Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Serve as a strategic advisor to the CEO and executive leadership team on financial matters and organizational priorities.</li><li>Guide the organization’s finance and information technology functions, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.</li><li>Oversee all finance activities, including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, payroll, treasury, and financial reporting.</li><li>Lead and support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</li><li>Direct annual audit activities and coordinate with external auditors as required.</li><li>Monitor financial performance, assess risks, and uphold robust internal controls and governance practices.</li><li>Review and evaluate funding proposals, budgets, and financial submissions to support organizational initiatives.</li><li>Provide leadership to a finance team, fostering a collaborative and service-oriented culture.</li><li>Support ongoing systems modernization projects and partner with IT leadership to drive process improvements.</li><li>Contribute to the organization’s transformation initiatives, including enhancements in financial reporting and workflow integration.</li></ul><p><strong>Job Requirements</strong></p><ul><li>Hold a CPA designation (CPA Canada).</li><li>Demonstrate extensive senior financial leadership experience as a CFO, VP Finance, Director of Finance, or similar executive role.</li><li>Show expertise in leading finance teams within complex organizations.</li><li>Possess strong skills in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, audit, and internal controls.</li><li>Exhibit the ability to collaborate with CEOs, Boards, executive teams, and senior stakeholders.</li><li>Display effective problem-solving and sound decision-making abilities.</li><li>Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills.</li><li>Experience with organizational transformation, governance support, or systems implementation is considered an asset.</li></ul>
<p>Robert Half Management Resources is the worldwide leader in specialized consulting and staffing services for senior-level accounting, finance and business systems professionals. </p><p>Our client is seeking a Senior Accountant, Accounts Receivable to own the full Quote-to-Cash (Q2C) accounting cycle, including cash application, billing, credit, collections, and customer account management. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented, service-minded accounting professional who thrives in a high-volume environment and enjoys improving processes.</p><p>The Senior Accountant’s duties will include:</p><ul><li>Process and apply customer payments, including ACH, credit card, and check transactions</li><li>Manage billing for API platform fees, vendor discount programs, and marketing-related invoicing</li><li>Review credit applications, monitor credit limits, and oversee collections activity and AR aging</li><li>Prepare bad debt accruals, write-offs, reconciliations, and AR-related month-end reporting</li><li>Support audit requests and maintain accurate AR balances and supporting documentation</li><li>Set up and maintain vendor and customer records in financial systems</li><li>Serve as a key point of contact for billing, payment, and account inquiries</li><li>Identify and implement opportunities to improve cash application, collections, and reconciliations using AI and automation</li><li>Document AR processes, controls, and policies</li><li>Other duties or tasks as assigned</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced <strong>Accounting Manager/Supervisor</strong> to lead financial operations and provide clear, reliable reporting for leadership and governance groups in Ottawa, Ontario. This position is suited to a collaborative leader who can guide a finance team, strengthen controls, and translate complex financial information into practical business insight. The successful candidate will play an important role in planning, audit coordination, process improvement, and the ongoing development of efficient accounting practices.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Produce and present monthly financial results, analysis, and supporting commentary to management, executives, provincial partners, and the Board of Directors.</p><p>• Oversee daily accounting activities across the finance function, reviewing transactions, workflows, and staff output to maintain accuracy and efficiency.</p><p>• Guide audit preparation for interim and year-end reviews, working closely with external auditors and internal stakeholders to ensure a smooth process.</p><p>• Partner with senior finance leaders to communicate audit outcomes and key financial matters to the Audit Committee and Board of Directors.</p><p>• Evaluate opportunities to improve finance operations through technology, including supporting accounting system implementation or upgrades and related process enhancements.</p><p>• Approve and enforce accounting policies, procedures, reconciliations, and control activities to support compliance and dependable financial reporting.</p><p>• Prepare cash flow analysis and develop ad hoc financial reports to support planning, decision-making, and operational needs.</p><p>• Strengthen internal control practices and financial risk management measures to promote sound stewardship of organizational funds.</p><p>• Lead, coach, and develop Finance Unit employees through recruitment, training, performance management, and succession planning initiatives.</p>
<p>Robert Half Management Resources is the worldwide leader in specialized consulting and staffing services for senior-level accounting, finance and business systems professionals. </p><p>Our healthcare client west of Ottawa is seeking a Financial Analyst for a three-month contract with the possibility of extension. In this role you will report to the head of finance and perform general accounting and finance duties.</p><p>The Financial Analyst’s duties will include:</p><ul><li>Performing monthly financial reporting and ad hoc analyses</li><li>Performing bank reconciliations</li><li>Preparing and entering monthly journal entries </li><li>Maintaining and reconciling fixed assets </li><li>Reconciling deferred grants and donations</li><li>Assisting with month-end close</li><li>Preparing submissions to provincial and federal stakeholders</li><li>Other duties or tasks as assigned</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a <strong>Project Controller</strong> to support the planning, coordination, and oversight of project activities in Ottawa, Ontario. In this role, you will partner with technical leads, planners, and cross-functional stakeholders to keep schedules, budgets, and deliverables on track. The successful candidate will help maintain project controls, monitor risks, and provide clear reporting that supports informed decision-making throughout the project lifecycle.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Coordinate project control activities by working closely with work package leads, engineers, planners, and other stakeholders to support timely milestone delivery.</p><p>• Maintain and update detailed project plans, including schedules, resource needs, key deliverables, and supporting documentation required for execution.</p><p>• Provide ongoing scheduling support to project leads and help align daily activities with overall programme timelines and priorities.</p><p>• Review progress against project targets, highlight schedule pressures or cost concerns, and communicate critical path impacts to relevant stakeholders.</p><p>• Support risk management by assessing potential issues, tracking mitigation actions, and contributing to regular risk reporting.</p><p>• Use project management and financial systems to assist with estimating, budget monitoring, scope adjustments, change control activities, and cost tracking.</p><p>• Identify constraints, delays, and operational bottlenecks across the project lifecycle, and work with teams to resolve them efficiently.</p><p>• Prepare and share status updates covering milestones, risks, blockers, budget considerations, and overall project performance.</p><p>• Verify that deliverables meet required quality expectations and contractual obligations associated with the programme.</p><p>• Participate in post-project reviews and audit activities to evaluate outcomes and recommend improvements for future delivery.</p>
<p>We are looking for a <strong>Financial Analyst </strong>to join a team in Ottawa, Ontario and provide strong financial insight across reporting, budgeting, and project performance activities. In this role, you will help strengthen financial controls, support accurate revenue recognition, and contribute to planning processes that guide business decisions. The successful candidate will combine analytical thinking with sound accounting knowledge to deliver clear reporting, practical recommendations, and dependable support to finance and operational teams.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Examine preliminary financial statements, assess key results, and complete month-end journal entries along with balance sheet reconciliations.</p><p>• Evaluate project financial performance through earned value analysis and detailed project reviews to identify trends and issues.</p><p>• Flag engagements with elevated financial exposure and support appropriate revenue treatment based on accounting requirements.</p><p>• Analyze contract terms to identify provisions that could affect financial reporting and revenue recognition outcomes.</p><p>• Create, refine, and maintain finance policies and procedures that support planning, analysis, and consistent reporting practices.</p><p>• Work closely with internal and external auditors by preparing documentation, responding to inquiries, and assisting with control-related review requests.</p><p>• Contribute to the rollout of organizational systems and help embed finance processes into regular business operations.</p><p>• Assist with the preparation of forecasts and annual operating, shared services, and capital budgets, while tracking variances against plan.</p><p>• Produce short- and long-range financial analysis, modelling support, and ad hoc reporting for finance colleagues and subcontractor teams.</p>
<p>On behalf of our client, Robert Half is seeking a Controller for an on-site, long-term contract role in Ottawa, ON. This opportunity requires strong expertise in accounting systems and costing, as well as experience in project accounting. The successful candidate will supervise a team and collaborate directly with executive leadership. </p>
<strong>Job Responsibilities</strong>
<ul><li>Oversee daily accounting operations and ensure accuracy in financial records.</li><li>Manage and support project accounting activities, including budgeting and cost tracking.</li><li>Supervise a team of four accounting staff, providing guidance and direction.</li><li>Prepare and analyze financial statements for management review.</li><li>Implement and maintain effective accounting systems and internal controls.</li><li>Provide costing analysis to support business decisions.</li><li>Report financial results and insights directly to the president.</li><li>Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations and standards.</li><li>Coordinate with internal and external auditors as required.</li><li>Support continuous improvement initiatives within the finance function.</li></ul>
<strong>Job Requirements</strong>
<ul><li>Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting, with a focus on project accounting and costing.</li><li>CPA designation is required.</li><li>Demonstrated experience supervising accounting staff.</li><li>Strong knowledge of accounting systems and financial controls.</li><li>Ability to analyze complex financial data and present findings to senior leadership.</li><li>Experience working in the private sector is preferred.</li><li>Eligibility to obtain reliability-level federal government clearance.</li></ul>
<p>Robert Half Management Resources is the worldwide leader in specialized consulting and staffing services for senior-level accounting, finance, and business systems professionals. </p><p>Our Crown Corporation client is seeking a bilingual Accountant for a ten-month contract. Reporting to the Accounting Manager, you will support day-to-day financial operations in a blue chip organization. </p><p>The Accountant’s duties will include: </p><p>· Validating and posting invoices in accounting systems</p><p>· Coordinating weekly payment production and related reporting</p><p>· Recording and tracking bank deposits and receivables</p><p>· Monitoring contract agreement workflows </p><p>· Providing support and guidance on financial processes and policies</p><p>· Other related duties as required</p>
<p>Robert Half Management Resources is the worldwide leader in specialized consulting and staffing services for senior-level accounting, finance and business systems professionals.</p><p>Our construction client is seeking a controller to join their team on a 3-month interim basis. This is a full-time, on-site role (5 days/week) located in the east end offering a collaborative team environment, excellent work-life balance, and a modern office setting.</p><p>This opportunity also offers strong long-term potential, as the organization is planning a future ERP implementation, which could create additional career opportunities for the successful candidate.</p><p>The Controller’s duties will include:</p><ul><li>Oversee accounting operations for multiple entities.</li><li>Manage monthly and year-end close activities, including Bank reconciliations, General ledger review and KPI reporting, WIP adjustments, Cash flow forecasting (13-week forecast), Project cost tracking</li><li>Prepare and file monthly statutory remittances, including HST, Payroll source deductions, EHT, WSIB and RRSP Contributions</li><li>Process weekly payroll remittances and employee expense reimbursements.</li><li>Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, including collections oversight.</li><li>Coordinate monthly progress billings and supplier payments.</li><li>Prepare borrowing base and financial reporting packages for lenders.</li><li>Support annual external audit processes.</li><li>Maintain rent rolls and annual common area fee calculations.</li><li>Ensure accurate setup of new projects/jobs within Sage.</li><li>Assist with process improvement and evaluation of accounting operations.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced <strong>Manager, Complex Accounting</strong> to lead the delivery of accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting in Ottawa, Ontario. This position is suited to a finance leader who can navigate complex accounting matters, strengthen reporting processes, and support high-quality analysis across the organization. The successful candidate will bring<strong> strong knowledge of IFRS</strong>, sound judgement in addressing technical accounting issues, and the ability to guide a team in a demanding, deadline-driven environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Advantages:</strong></p><p>RSP matching program. Condensed worked weeks in the summer months. Bonus potential. Hybrid role with paid parking downtown. Benefits immediately.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Lead the review and oversight of complex accounting matters and significant financial transactions to ensure accurate treatment and reporting.</p><p>• Plan for the adoption of new accounting standards and coordinate their implementation across reporting processes.</p><p>• Identify technical accounting concerns early and introduce practical improvements that increase efficiency and consistency.</p><p>• Manage the year-end and ongoing audit process for multiple entities, serving as the primary liaison with external auditors.</p><p>• Build effective working relationships with operational teams and finance colleagues to support clear communication and aligned reporting outcomes.</p><p>• Guide initiatives that improve the preparation of reporting schedules, including the use of automation to simplify recurring activities.</p><p>• Supervise and mentor the financial reporting team, setting clear expectations and supporting the delivery of financial statements, reports, and analysis.</p><p>• Organize competing priorities and monitor timelines closely to ensure all reporting obligations are completed on schedule.Complex</p>
<p><strong>Ottawa, ON | Full-Time | Permanent</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Our client, a reputable and growing organization in Ottawa, is seeking an <strong>Accounts Payable Specialist</strong> to join their finance team. This role is responsible for processing invoices, managing vendor relationships, reconciling accounts, and ensuring accurate and timely payments.</p><p><br></p><h2><strong style="font-size: 13px;">Key Responsibilities:</strong></h2><ul><li>Process and verify vendor invoices and expense reports.</li><li>Prepare and issue electronic payments, EFTs, and cheque runs.</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Maintain accurate accounts payable records and documentation.</li><li>Assist with month-end closing, account reconciliations, and reporting.</li><li>Respond to vendor inquiries and build positive working relationships.</li><li>Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting procedures.</li></ul><h2><strong style="font-size: 13px;">Qualifications:</strong></h2><ul><li>2+ years of accounts payable experience.</li><li>Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.</li><li>Strong understanding of accounting principles and AP processes.</li><li>Experience with ERP/accounting systems and Microsoft Excel.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.</li></ul><p>Interested candidates are encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated confidentially.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Reference Number: </strong>001268985</p>
<p>We are seeking an experienced <strong>Project Manager, Operations</strong> to lead major operational initiatives for our client in <strong>Ottawa, Ontario</strong>. This long-term contract opportunity is ideal for a results-driven professional who excels at leading complex projects, driving organizational change, and collaborating across multiple business functions. The successful candidate will bring strong project management expertise, exceptional stakeholder engagement skills, and a proven ability to deliver operational improvements that support strategic business objectives.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead operational projects from planning through execution, ensuring deliverables are completed on time, within scope, and aligned with business objectives.</li><li>Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, budgets, schedules, and resource allocations while monitoring progress and mitigating risks.</li><li>Collaborate with leaders and stakeholders across the organization to establish priorities, drive accountability, and ensure successful project outcomes.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve business processes, increase efficiency, and support continuous operational improvement initiatives.</li><li>Facilitate project governance activities, including status updates, milestone reviews, risk assessments, and executive reporting.</li><li>Manage project budgets, forecasts, and resource planning to support effective decision-making and financial accountability.</li><li>Coordinate cross-functional teams and external partners to ensure initiatives are delivered effectively and organizational objectives are achieved.</li><li>Support organizational change management efforts by developing communication plans, facilitating stakeholder engagement, and promoting adoption of new processes.</li><li>Utilize project management tools and reporting systems to track progress, manage dependencies, and maintain visibility across multiple initiatives.</li><li>Lead strategic projects and special assignments that contribute to operational excellence and long-term business success.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>We are partnering with an excellent Non for Profit organization that's looking to add a Bilingual Executive Assistant supporting a VP. This is a full-time/permanent role.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Advantages:</strong></p><p>-Competitive salary (71-87K)</p><p>-Full benefits + pension</p><p>-4 weeks vacation + sick, personal and appointment days</p><p>-Closed between Christmas - NYE</p><p>-Hybrid (2 days on site/weekly) + flex hours</p><p>-Excellent culture</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Provides senior-level administrative and operational support to an Executive and their Division, helping manage daily operations, priorities, and workflow.</li><li>Oversees the Division’s administrative functions, maintains consistent office procedures, and manages filing, inventory, mailing, database, and correspondence tracking systems.</li><li>Reviews incoming and outgoing correspondence, reroutes and tracks items as needed, develops templates and tools, gathers research and statistical information, and ensures timely follow-up on assignments, reports, and projects.</li><li>Handles highly confidential corporate, financial, and human resources information with discretion, professionalism, tact, and diplomacy.</li><li>Acts as coordinator and secretary for committees and working groups by arranging logistics, preparing agendas, recording and distributing minutes, and ensuring decisions and action items are followed up on promptly.</li><li>Supports recurring meetings, calendars, workplans, hospitality, events, and reception of guests, and may assist with local, national, and international event participation.</li><li>Drafts, reviews, edits, and coordinates documents for the Executive, including correspondence, reports, service contracts, speeches, briefing materials, forms, and minutes.</li><li>Checks documents for completeness, grammar, style, formatting, and accuracy; coordinates translation and proofreading; prepares bilingual materials in English and/or French as required; and may translate short documents.</li><li>Liaises on behalf of the Executive with senior internal contacts, member institutions, government representatives, outside organizations, and other stakeholders to obtain information, support decisions, and advance divisional objectives.</li><li>Screens requests and invitations, gathers background information for meetings and events, and ensures stakeholders receive the information needed to support strategic and operational goals.</li><li>Manages the Executive’s schedule by coordinating meetings, conference calls, and appointments, adjusting priorities as needed, and monitoring divisional deadlines and deliverables.</li><li>Advises employees on travel policies, arranges travel, prepares travel advances, reviews and processes travel claims, and submits expenditures to Finance.</li><li>Monitors budgets, prepares financial and activity reports, reviews expenses and invoices, assists with monthly financial statement corrections, and helps apply financial policies and guidelines within the Division.</li><li>Supports human resources and labour relations processes by coordinating with HR on job descriptions, staffing, classification, pay, benefits, disciplinary matters, salary actions, and performance appraisals, ensuring approvals and follow-up are completed.</li></ul>
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a construction-focused organization. In this role, you will contribute to accurate financial reporting, support planning and analysis activities, and help strengthen accounting practices across the business. This position is well suited to someone with strong attention to detail who can balance day-to-day accounting responsibilities with process improvement and cross-functional support.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and other periodic financial reports in a timely manner while helping ensure the accuracy of supporting records.<br>• Review financial results, investigate variances, and provide analysis related to accounts, project costs, and overall business performance.<br>• Contribute to budgeting and forecasting activities by compiling financial data, assessing trends, and supporting planning discussions.<br>• Maintain and improve accounting procedures and internal controls, including reconciliations, inventory-related checks, and monitoring of purchasing commitments.<br>• Administer key elements of the general ledger and accounting systems, ensuring transactions are recorded properly and consistently.<br>• Assist with year-end audit requirements by preparing working papers, reconciliations, and other documentation requested by external auditors.<br>• Support compliance-related accounting activities and help ensure reporting practices align with established standards and policies.<br>• Provide guidance and informal training to entry-level accounting or administrative team members when needed.<br>• Create and refine performance tracking tools and reports that help leadership monitor operational and financial indicators.