9 results for Controller in Kitchener, ON

Controller

London, ON
onsite
Permanent
110000 - 140000 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Controller to oversee financial operations and provide strong leadership across multiple business units in London, Ontario. This role plays an important part in maintaining accurate reporting, strengthening financial controls, and supporting sound business decisions with timely analysis. The successful candidate will bring a practical approach to accounting leadership, along with the ability to improve processes, manage complexity, and contribute to the organization’s continued growth. Responsibilities: • Guide the full accounting cycle across multiple entities, ensuring accurate records, timely reporting, and dependable financial information. • Collaborate with operational leaders to evaluate performance, support planning decisions, and identify opportunities to improve profitability. • Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, along with detailed variance analysis and management reporting. • Lead budgeting, forecasting, and rolling cash flow planning while monitoring liquidity and working capital needs across the organization. • Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, inventory accounting, and general ledger activities to maintain strong day-to-day financial operations. • Strengthen internal controls, standardize accounting practices, and support consistent reporting across all business units and intercompany transactions. • Support contract reviews, pricing decisions, margin analysis, and financial risk assessments to help guide commercial and operational strategy. • Manage year-end preparation, coordinate with external auditors and advisors, and ensure accurate filings, remittances, and regulatory compliance, including applicable beer and spirits tax obligations. • Lead, coach, and develop members of the finance team while driving improvements to systems, reporting structures, and overall process efficiency.
2026-06-10T00:00:00Z

Controller

Mississauga, ON
onsite
Permanent
110000 - 120000 CAD / Yearly
We are partnering with our client to recruit a hands-on Controller who will lead the accounting function and act as a strategic partner to the CFO and President. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working closely with leadership, building processes, and contributing directly to a growing organization. Our client is a growing, well-established SMB in the manufacturing space experiencing continued expansion. This is a highly collaborative, onsite environment where finance plays a key role in supporting operations and driving business decisions. Reporting to the CFO, you will oversee the full accounting cycle, mentor a small team, and provide meaningful financial insights to support business growth. Preference will be given to CPA's with the required industry experience. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead month-end close and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting</li><li>Oversee A/R, A/P, and general accounting functions, ensuring accuracy of the GL</li><li>Supervise and mentor a small accounting team, driving accountability and development</li><li>Manage cash flow, treasury, and banking relationships, including quarterly reporting</li><li>Monitor FX exposure and USD cash position</li><li>Prepare and manage the annual budget and ongoing forecasts</li><li>Coordinate year-end review engagements and liaise with external auditors</li><li>Ensure compliance with HST, WSIB, EHT, and other regulatory filings</li><li>Oversee payroll and benefits administration</li><li>Maintain fixed asset and leasing schedules</li><li>Strengthen internal controls, SOPs, and fraud prevention processes</li><li>Provide financial analysis and business insights to support leadership decision-making</li></ul>Why This Role<ul><li>Join a growing organization with strong leadership and a clear growth trajectory</li><li>Highly visible role with direct exposure to the CFO and President</li><li>Opportunity to shape processes and build out the finance function</li><li>Collaborative, onsite culture where your input makes an impact</li></ul>
2026-06-11T00:00:00Z

Controller

Waterloo, ON
onsite
Permanent
145000 - 165000 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead financial oversight, strengthen reporting practices, and support sound decision-making across the organization in Waterloo, Ontario. This role is well suited to a finance specialist who can balance day-to-day accounting leadership with complex funding compliance, audit coordination, and control improvements. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining financial integrity, improving visibility across entities, and guiding special projects related to financial governance. Responsibilities: • Oversee the organization’s accounting operations and provide leadership across core finance activities, including reporting, budgeting, payroll oversight, and general financial administration. • Administer federal and provincial funding programs by monitoring eligibility, tracking allocations, and ensuring reporting obligations are completed accurately and on schedule. • Maintain strong grant controls by reviewing funding usage carefully to prevent overlap between programs and to ensure expenditures are assigned appropriately. • Act as the primary finance contact for external auditors and support recurring coordination activities involving the organization and its related subsidiary. • Develop, document, and enhance financial controls to address identified gaps, strengthen compliance, and improve the reliability of financial processes. • Provide financial oversight across the parent organization and its wholly owned for-profit subsidiary, with attention to risk, accountability, and consolidated visibility. • Lead follow-up activities related to prior audit findings and implement practical measures to resolve issues within required timelines. • Support finance and compliance initiatives, including ad hoc analysis, process reviews, and special projects that require strong technical accounting knowledge. • Partner with internal staff responsible for payroll, benefits, and related administrative functions to ensure accurate financial coordination and reporting.
2026-05-28T00:00:00Z

Assistant Controller

Mississauga, ON
onsite
Permanent
105000 - 115000 CAD / Yearly
Assistant Controller | High-Growth Manufacturing | GTA West A rapidly growing manufacturing organization is seeking a forward-thinking Assistant Controller to join its finance team. This is a high-impact role supporting the Controller while helping modernize and streamline accounting operations.We’re looking for a candidate who brings not only strong technical accounting expertise, but also a passion for automation, process improvement, and leveraging AI-driven solutions to enhance efficiency and scalability. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Support the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes</li><li>Oversee general ledger activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis</li><li>Partner on budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning initiatives</li><li>Contribute to weekly and monthly management reporting</li><li>Monitor inventory costing and cost of goods sold (COGS)</li><li>Support accounts receivable and cash collection activities</li><li>Assist with audit preparation and financial reporting requirements</li><li>Identify, design, and implement process improvements, with a strong focus on automation and AI-enabled efficiencies</li><li>Drive initiatives to reduce manual processes and enhance data accuracy and reporting speed</li><li>Supervise and mentor junior accounting staff</li></ul>
2026-06-22T00:00:00Z

Assistant Controller

Ayr, ON
onsite
Permanent
110000 - 120000 CAD / Yearly
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. Responsibilities:• Manage monthly financial close processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting.• 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.• Lead treasury functions, including cash forecasting, banking negotiations, and lease management.• Administer union agreements and payroll complexities across various geographic locations.• Monitor and manage lien processes and holdbacks to ensure compliance with provincial regulations.• Drive efficiency improvements in accounting processes and systems, including integrating field payroll into the Eclipse system.• Collaborate on special projects to enhance forecasting and streamline operations.• Maintain oversight of multiple operational and holding entities to ensure accurate financial reporting.• Support year-end audit processes and work closely with external auditors to finalize reports.
2026-06-17T00:00:00Z

Assistant Controller

Hamilton, ON
onsite
Permanent
100000 - 120000 CAD / Yearly
Our client is seeking a hands-on Assistant Controller to support the Controller and oversee the day-to-day accounting operations of a growing project-based environment. This is a great opportunity for an energetic accounting professional who enjoys both technical accounting and team leadership within a collaborative, growth-oriented private-equity environment. As the Assistant Controller, ou will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial reporting, strengthening processes, and supporting strategic decision-making. Key ResponsibilitiesAccounting Operations & Leadership<ul><li>Supervise and mentor a small accounting team, including junior accountants and clerks</li><li>Review journal entries, reconciliations, and transactional work for accuracy and completeness</li><li>Manage workflow, priorities, and deadlines across the accounting function</li></ul>Financial Reporting & General Ledger<ul><li>Oversee the full-cycle accounting process and general ledger integrity</li><li>Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements</li><li>Lead month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Analyze variances and provide insights to management</li><li>Maintain strong internal controls and adherence to accounting policies</li></ul>A/P, A/R & Cash Management<ul><li>Oversee accounts payable and receivable functions, including payments, invoicing, and collections</li><li>Monitor aging reports and support cash flow optimization</li><li>Reconcile bank accounts and manage daily cash activity</li><li>Assist with cash flow forecasting, debt tracking, and treasury activities</li></ul>Payroll & Expenses<ul><li>Review payroll processing and related reconciliations</li><li>Coordinate with HR on benefits, deductions, and compliance</li><li>Oversee employee expense reporting</li></ul>Budgeting & AnalysisSupport the preparation of budgets and forecasts<ul><li>Track actual results vs. budget and provide actionable insights</li><li>Assist leadership with financial analysis and reporting</li></ul>Audit & Compliance<ul><li>Prepare audit schedules and support external auditors and tax advisors</li><li>Ensure compliance with ASPE and regulatory requirements</li></ul>Process Improvement & Systems<ul><li>Identify opportunities to improve processes and enhance efficiencies</li><li>Support system optimization or implementation initiatives</li><li>Strengthen internal controls and reporting capabilities</li></ul>Why Join<ul><li>Hybrid work environment (4 days in office)</li><li>Opportunity to step into a leadership role with strong exposure to senior management</li><li>Growing organization with opportunities to improve processes and make an impact</li><li>Supportive and collaborative team environment</li></ul>
2026-06-15T00:00:00Z

Buyer

Milverton, ON
onsite
Permanent
60000 - 73000 CAD / Yearly
Are you looking to move out of automotive and into a more stable, less volatile industry?This is a great opportunity to transition into the construction / HVAC equipment space with a company that offers long-term stability and a collaborative environment.Our client is a well-established company with 75+ years of success, supporting the construction and building systems industry. They are growing and looking to add a Buyer to their team. As the Buyer, you’ll play a key role in keeping business running smoothly by ensuring products are ordered, tracked, and delivered on time.You’ll manage supplier relationships, negotiate pricing, and proactively stay ahead of inventory needs. ✅ What You’ll Be Doing<ul><li>Process and release purchase orders aligned to customer demand</li><li>Verify supplier invoices for accuracy (pricing, quantities, delivery)</li><li>Follow up on open orders to ensure on-time delivery</li><li>Monitor inventory levels to prevent shortages or disruptions</li><li>Review and maintain competitive supplier pricing</li><li>Maintain accurate purchasing records and ERP data</li><li>Partner with Quality on supplier and product issues</li><li>Track and reduce excess / obsolete inventory</li><li>Monitor supplier performance (delivery, cost, quality)</li><li>Identify opportunities to optimize spend and improve supply flow</li><li>Analyze purchasing data to proactively mitigate supply chain risks</li></ul>
2026-06-23T00:00:00Z

Buyer

Guelph, ON
onsite
Contract / Temporary
60000 - 70000 CAD / Yearly
Buyer / Purchasing Specialist Join a stable company with 75+ years of success and a collaborative work environmentOur client, a well-established company with over 75 years in business, is seeking a Buyer / Purchasing Specialist to join its team. This is a great opportunity for a purchasing professional who enjoys building supplier relationships, staying ahead of inventory needs, and playing a key role in keeping operations running smoothly.This position offers the chance to join a company known for its long-standing reputation, team-oriented culture, and commitment to quality.About the RoleThe Buyer / Purchasing Specialist is responsible for the timely placement of purchase orders to ensure on-time delivery and support customer requirements. This person will also build and maintain strong supplier relationships, negotiate the best possible costs, and help ensure high standards for quality and delivery.What You’ll Be Doing<ul><li>Process and release purchase orders to support business and customer demand</li><li>Verify supplier invoices against pricing, quantities, and delivery details before approval</li><li>Follow up on outstanding purchase orders to help ensure materials arrive as scheduled</li><li>Review inventory and purchasing reports regularly to help avoid shortages</li><li>Review supplier pricing for accuracy and maintain competitive cost levels</li><li>Keep purchasing records and system information current and accurate</li><li>Work closely with Quality Assurance to address supplier or product quality concerns</li><li>Monitor excess and obsolete inventory and support efforts to reduce overstock</li><li>Measure supplier performance and raise concerns when service or delivery issues arise</li><li>Partner with suppliers on opportunities to improve inventory flow and lower overall spend</li><li>Analyze purchasing and supply data to identify and reduce potential supply chain disruptions</li></ul> What Our Client Is Looking For<ul><li>Experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain</li><li>Strong supplier relationship management and negotiation skills</li><li>ERP experience, preferably with Dynamics 365</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment</li><li>Strong communication and collaboration skills</li><li>A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset</li></ul>Why This Opportunity Stands Out<ul><li>Join a stable, established organization</li><li>Work in a friendly, collaborative environment</li><li>Take on a role with visible impact across operations and supply chain</li><li>Be part of a company that values quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement</li></ul>
2026-06-15T00:00:00Z

Corporate Controller

Stoney Creek, ON
onsite
Contract / Temporary
65 - 70 CAD / Hourly
Our client, a private equity-backed manufacturing organization, is seeking an experienced Corporate Controller to lead a critical finance transformation initiative, including IFRS conversion, public company readiness, and ERP modernization.This individual will serve as the senior finance leader for the division, partnering closely with the CFO in Germany and finance teams in North America. The successful candidate will initially lead the IFRS conversion efforts. This is an onsite position. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead the organization's IFRS conversion, including restatement of prior periods, audit readiness, and implementation of IFRS-compliant accounting policies.</li><li>Review year-end financial reporting and ensure full IFRS compliance.</li><li>Develop and formalize accounting policies, procedures, controls, and governance frameworks.</li><li>Oversee all divisional controllership activities, including financial reporting, internal controls, audit management, and compliance.</li><li>Partner with global finance teams on consolidation, tax, compliance, and reporting matters.</li><li>Support the company's progression toward public company standards and reporting requirements.</li></ul>
2026-06-22T00:00:00Z