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4 results for Controller in Kitchener, ON

Controller
  • Mississauga, ON
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 110000 - 130000 CAD / Yearly
  • <p>Controller</p><p>Our client is seeking an experienced <strong>Controller</strong> to lead the accounting and finance function. This position will oversee financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, compliance, internal controls, and a small accounting team while serving as a key business partner to leadership.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead all accounting operations, including AP, AR, payroll, and general ledger activities.</li><li>Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.</li><li>Prepare accurate financial statements, budgets, forecasts, and management reports.</li><li>Monitor cash flow, working capital, and financial performance.</li><li>Oversee internal controls, compliance, tax filings, and regulatory reporting.</li><li>Coordinate annual audits and act as the primary contact for external auditors.</li><li>Analyze financial results and provide recommendations to improve profitability and efficiency.</li><li>Maintain fixed asset records, account reconciliations, and financial systems.</li><li>Support strategic planning, capital budgeting, and special projects.</li><li>Lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff</li></ul><p>.</p>
  • 2026-08-25T00:00:00Z
Controller
  • Burlington, ON
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 120000 - 140000 CAD / Yearly
  • <p>Our client, a large, publicly traded global manufacturing organization, is seeking a Controller to join their leadership team. This is a highly visible role offering strong career progression within a values-driven, growth-oriented environment.</p><p>This opportunity is ideal for a hands-on finance leader who thrives in a collaborative, onsite setting, partnering closely with operations and senior leadership to drive performance and continuous improvement. <strong>This position is based in Burlington, ON and is 100% onsite.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Why This Role?</strong></p><ul><li>Onsite collaboration with operations and executive leadership</li><li>Clear career growth path </li><li>Exposure to cross-border (Canada &amp; U.S.) operations</li><li>Work within a large-scale, publicly traded manufacturing environment</li><li>Opportunity to drive ERP optimization and process improvements</li></ul><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Financial Reporting &amp; Close</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the month-end close and consolidation across multiple entities</li><li>Prepare and review financial statements, KPIs, and variance analysis</li><li>Ensure balance sheet integrity and compliance with corporate policies</li><li>Support audit, tax compliance, and regulatory requirements (Canada &amp; U.S.)</li></ul><p><strong>FP&amp;A &amp; Business Partnering</strong></p><ul><li>Partner with operational leaders to support strategic decision-making</li><li>Deliver budgeting, forecasting, and trend analysis</li><li>Evaluate costing, pricing, and capital investments</li></ul><p><strong>Cash Flow &amp; Working Capital</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee cash management, AP, and payment cycles</li><li>Maintain strong controls and deliver accurate cash flow forecasting</li></ul><p><strong>Leadership &amp; Collaboration</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and develop the accounting team</li><li>Foster a high-performance, collaborative onsite culture</li><li>Drive succession planning and team development</li></ul><p><strong>Controls &amp; Process Improvement</strong></p><ul><li>Strengthen internal controls and governance frameworks</li><li>Identify and implement process and efficiency improvements</li></ul><p><strong>Manufacturing Finance &amp; Systems</strong></p><ul><li>Own standard costing, cost rolls, and variance analysis</li><li>Support ERP enhancements (JD Edwards preferred)</li><li>Partner with operations on inventory, production, and cost optimization</li></ul><p><strong>Additional Details</strong></p><ul><li>10–15% travel across North American plant locations</li><li>Highly visible role with direct exposure to senior leadership</li></ul><p>If you’re a driven finance leader looking for a hands-on, onsite role with meaningful impact and long-term career growth, we’d love to connect.</p>
  • 2026-08-20T00:00:00Z
Controller
  • London, ON
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 110000 - 140000 CAD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Controller to provide financial leadership for a growing multi-entity business in London, Ontario. This position combines hands-on oversight of core accounting activities with strategic guidance that supports profitability, operational efficiency, and long-term planning. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with ownership, lead key finance team members, and help strengthen a finance function that can grow with the organization.</p><p><br></p><p><u>Responsibilities:</u></p><p>• Partner with ownership to evaluate financial results, guide business decisions, and recommend actions that support stronger margins and sustainable growth.</p><p>• Review performance across individual locations and the overall organization, translating financial data into practical insights related to labour, food costs, and other key business metrics.</p><p>• Direct end-to-end accounting activities for multiple entities, ensuring records are complete, accurate, and delivered within reporting timelines.</p><p>• Maintain clear oversight of profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow to support informed operational and strategic planning.</p><p>• Strengthen financial controls, reinforce consistent accounting practices, and promote discipline across day-to-day finance operations.</p><p>• Provide leadership to office/accounting staff, offering direction, support, and accountability for quality and timeliness of work while identifying opportunities for greater efficiency, and help define future resourcing needs as the business expands.</p><p>• Improve reporting processes by making effective use of Sage 300, AP automation, AI-enabled tools, dashboards, and KPI tracking to support timely decision-making.</p><p>• Coordinate with external accountants, banking contacts, and other financial partners to support year-end activities, compliance requirements, and alignment between internal and external reporting.</p>
  • 2026-08-10T00:00:00Z
Controller
  • Burlington, ON
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 90000 - 100000 CAD / Yearly
  • <p>Our client, a growing manufacturing/distribution organization in Halton, is seeking a hands-on <strong>Controller</strong> to oversee the full finance function and partner closely with leadership. This is an excellent opportunity for a CPA who enjoys being embedded in the business, driving process improvements, and having a direct impact on company performance. This is an <strong>onsite role</strong>, ideal for someone who values collaboration, relationship-building, and working closely with operations, sales, and leadership teams.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead all accounting and finance activities, including month-end reporting</li><li>Manage budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and KPI reporting</li><li>Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll</li><li>Analyze financial performance, margins, and business trends</li><li>Improve processes, controls, and financial reporting</li><li>Partner with leadership to support strategic decision-making</li><li>Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements</li><li>Support HR administration, benefits, employee programs, and related initiatives</li></ul><p><strong>Why Join?</strong></p><ul><li>Own the entire finance function</li><li>High visibility and direct access to leadership</li><li>Opportunity to influence business decisions and drive improvements</li><li>Collaborative, team-oriented environment</li><li>Growing private global organization with strong long-term potential career growth</li></ul><p>If you&#39;re looking for a role where you can make a meaningful impact while leading all aspects of finance, we&#39;d like to hear from you.</p>
  • 2026-08-07T00:00:00Z