Communications Specialist Jobs in Waterloo, ON

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Sr. Tax Consultant (Permanent hire)

Waterloo or Toronto, On (hybrid), ON
onsite
Permanent
100000.00 - 140000.00 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced tax specialist to support cross-border tax reporting and withholding compliance for a complex financial services environment in Toronto or Waterloo, Ontario. This position plays an important role in meeting Canadian and U.S. tax obligations related to intermediary requirements, FATCA, and Common Reporting Standard reporting. The successful candidate will work closely with internal stakeholders to strengthen reporting accuracy, maintain current procedural guidance, and help ensure regulatory expectations are met. This role requires employees to be on site 2 days per week, either in their office in Waterloo or Toronto. For a highly qualified candidate, other Canadian office locations would be considered (Montreal, Halifax, Winnipeg, Calgary, Vancouver, etc). Responsibilities:• Prepare U.S. tax filings and information slips associated with intermediary obligations, including annual returns and investor reporting documents.• Assess W-8 and W-9 documentation to confirm completeness, accuracy, and suitability for withholding tax purposes.• Monitor withholding activity to verify that tax is applied correctly in line with applicable regulatory and reporting rules.• Lead the periodic intermediary review process by gathering supporting records, coordinating with external reviewers, and addressing follow-up questions.• Complete annual reconciliations related to U.S. tax reporting, including comparisons between reported withholding amounts and remittances made by the organization or other withholding agents.• Track legislative and regulatory developments affecting intermediary, FATCA, and Common Reporting Standard requirements, and put necessary updates into practice.• Maintain and revise internal tax procedures, reference materials, and compliance documentation to reflect current obligations.• Provide practical tax guidance to operational teams to support accurate execution of day-to-day processes and reporting activities.
2026-09-15T14:23:47Z

Finance Manager

Kitchener- Waterloo, ON
onsite
Permanent
100000.00 - 120000.00 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for a Finance Manager to support financial planning, reporting, and operational decision-making for our team in Kitchener- Waterloo, Ontario. This role combines hands-on analysis with oversight of core accounting activities, helping the business understand performance, manage budgets, and improve financial processes. The successful Finance Manager candidate will bring strong analytical judgment, experience working with financial systems and reporting tools, and the ability to translate complex data into practical business insights. Responsibilities:• Prepare and review financial analyses that support budgeting, forecasting, and day-to-day business decisions.• Lead recurring reporting activities by producing accurate financial results, variance explanations, and performance summaries for stakeholders.• Oversee month-end close tasks and coordinate accounting-related activities to ensure timely and reliable financial information.• Develop ad hoc reports and detailed data reviews to identify trends, risks, and opportunities across operations.• Use reporting platforms and analytical tools, including systems such as Power BI, to improve visibility into financial performance.• Partner with cross-functional teams to strengthen budget processes, enhance reporting quality, and support effective capacity planning.• Recommend and implement process improvements that increase efficiency, strengthen controls, and support continuous improvement objectives.• Contribute to specialized financial projects, including data analysis initiatives and system-related reporting changes, as required.
2026-09-17T15:54:06Z

Finance Manager

Cambridge, ON
onsite
Permanent
110000.00 - 125000.00 CAD / Yearly
A well-established charitable and community-focused organization is seeking an experienced finance leader to join its team in a newly created leadership opportunity. This role is ideal for a CPA who enjoys balancing team leadership, audit oversight, financial reporting, internal controls, and hands-on operational finance responsibilities. Reporting to the senior finance leader, the Manager, Finance, Audit & Compliance will play a key role in strengthening financial stewardship, supporting organizational accountability, and ensuring strong governance practices across a complex, multi-program environment. This is a hybrid opportunity with periodic travel required within a 50 km radius. Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Leadership & Business Partnership<ul><li>Act as a strategic finance partner to operational and executive leaders, providing financial guidance, analysis, and decision support.</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and organizational initiatives through meaningful financial insights.</li><li>Partner with stakeholders across the organization to improve financial literacy and promote sound financial decision-making.</li><li>Contribute to special projects and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance organizational effectiveness.</li></ul>Team Leadership<ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop members of the finance team across accounts payable, general accounting, and related functions.</li><li>Foster a collaborative, service-oriented culture focused on accountability, professional development, and continuous improvement.</li><li>Support process optimization and scalability within the finance function.</li></ul>Audit, Compliance & Controls<ul><li>Lead the annual external audit process and serve as the primary point of contact for auditors.</li><li>Coordinate audit schedules, working papers, financial statement preparation, and year-end reporting requirements.</li><li>Maintain and enhance internal controls, governance practices, and financial policies.</li><li>Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, funding agreements, regulatory requirements, and organizational policies.</li><li>Identify financial risks and recommend strategies to strengthen controls and mitigate exposure.</li></ul>Reporting & Process Improvement<ul><li>Support accurate and timely month-end and year-end financial reporting.</li><li>Review reconciliations, journal entries, and financial analyses to ensure reporting integrity.</li><li>Develop and maintain financial policies, procedures, and documentation.</li><li>Leverage financial systems and reporting tools to improve efficiency, reporting capabilities, and decision support.</li></ul>
2026-09-25T17:58:46Z

Operations Manager

Brantford, ON
onsite
Permanent
68000.00 - 70000.00 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for an Operations Manager to lead manufacturing (non automotive) activities in Brantford, Ontario while ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production outcomes. This role is responsible for guiding frontline teams, coordinating resources across departments, and maintaining steady progress against production targets. The successful candidate will bring strong leadership, sound operational judgment, and a continuous improvement mindset to support daily performance and long-term effectiveness.This is a full time role, with day time hours of Monday to Friday.Responsibilities:• Oversee day-to-day production activities to keep output on track with schedules, service expectations, and operational priorities.• Provide direction, coaching, and ongoing support to production employees and team leads across assigned areas or shifts.• Review workflow, labour coverage, and equipment capacity to improve throughput and reduce interruptions.• Resolve operational issues quickly and work with internal partners to limit downtime and maintain consistent plant performance.• Maintain effective coordination with Maintenance, Quality, Supply Chain, Engineering, and other teams to support smooth operations.• Reinforce a safe work environment by leading safety discussions, inspections, incident follow-up, and corrective actions.• Uphold compliance with workplace policies, manufacturing procedures, and applicable health and safety standards.• Investigate product or process concerns and contribute to corrective and preventive measures that protect quality standards.• Champion continuous improvement efforts, including Lean practices, 5S, Kaizen, waste reduction, and productivity enhancements.• Track operational metrics, prepare performance updates for leadership, and support workforce planning and resource allocation decisions.
2026-10-08T15:43:43Z

Accounting Manager

Woodstock, ON
onsite
Permanent
95000.00 - 110000.00 CAD / Yearly
Our client, a well-established and growing organization with multiple operating locations, is seeking an Accounting Manager to support its finance function. This role plays a key part in financial reporting, forecasting, cost management, and providing business insights to support operational decision-making. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.</li><li>Consolidate financial information from multiple business units and analyze overall organizational performance.</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close processes while maintaining strong internal controls and reporting standards.</li><li>Oversee cost accounting activities, including inventory valuation, standard costing, and variance analysis.</li><li>Analyze operational spending trends and provide recommendations to improve financial and operational performance.</li><li>Partner with operational leaders to monitor key performance indicators, manage costs, and support profitability initiatives.</li><li>Assist with the annual budgeting process and ongoing forecasting activities.</li><li>Develop financial analyses, variance reports, and models to support strategic planning and business decisions.</li><li>Provide oversight and guidance related to day-to-day accounting operations, including payables and receivables functions.</li><li>Contribute to process improvements that enhance financial controls, reporting efficiency, and overall business performance.</li></ul>
2026-09-15T02:24:07Z

Accounting Manager

East Garafraxa, ON
onsite
Permanent
85000.00 - 100000.00 CAD / Yearly
Our client is a growing, privately owned business seeking a hands-on Accouning Manager to take ownership of the company’s financial operations. Reporting directly to the Managing Director and Company Owner, this individual will play a key role in building strong financial processes, improving systems, managing cash flow, and providing insightful financial reporting to support business growth. This is an excellent opportunity for a self-motivated finance professional who enjoys being hands-on, working independently, solving problems, and taking ownership beyond the traditional boundaries of a job description. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Take ownership of the company’s finance systems, processes, policies, and controls, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency across financial and operational software.</li><li>Manage daily cash flow and prepare weekly and monthly cash-flow projections.</li><li>Lead monthly and year-end close processes, including G/L analysis, account reconciliations, financial reporting, and consolidations.</li><li>Oversee finance department operations, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, billing, collections, and payroll.</li><li>Perform and review full-cycle accounting functions across multiple entities.</li><li>Complete bank reconciliations, bookkeeping, government remittances, and adjusting journal entries.</li><li>Lead financial analysis, modelling, costing, inventory management, and cash-flow planning.</li><li>Prepare annual budgets and forecasts and monitor performance against budget on a monthly basis.</li><li>Prepare and present monthly financial reports and analysis to the owners and management team.</li><li>Manage invoice payments and collections, including ensuring invoices align with purchase orders and agreed payment terms.</li><li>Develop and maintain OPEX trackers and monitor payment terms and cash requirements.</li><li>Prepare year-end working papers and support the year-end financial reporting package.</li><li>Evaluate and continuously improve accounting policies, procedures, internal controls, and methodologies.</li><li>Support the implementation of new financial systems and participate in key financial and operational projects.</li><li>Provide insightful analysis and recommendations to management, helping connect financial results to business performance.</li><li>Take on additional responsibilities and projects as required in a growing and evolving business.</li></ul>Qualifications & Experience<ul><li>Strong controllership and full-cycle accounting experience, ideally within a privately owned or entrepreneurial environment.</li><li>Highly analytical with the ability to understand the "why" behind financial results and identify connections and opportunities.</li><li>Self-motivated starter-finisher who can work independently and take ownership from start to completion.</li><li>Comfortable operating in a dynamic, constantly changing environment where priorities can shift quickly.</li></ul> This is a high-impact role for someone who wants to build, improve, and own the finance function of a growing organization.
2026-10-07T17:13:44Z

Controller

Cambridge, ON
onsite
Permanent
95000.00 - 125000.00 CAD / Yearly
Our client is seeking a hands-on Controller to lead the accounting function for a lean manufacturing operation. This role is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys being involved in both the strategic and day-to-day aspects of finance, while serving as a key business partner to operations and leadership. Reporting to the Finance Manager, the Controller will oversee financial reporting, month-end close, manufacturing costing, forecasting, compliance, and general accounting activities for the business. This is a highly visible role that offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a growing organization while gaining exposure to significant business initiatives and operational projects. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes</li><li>Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reports</li><li>Manage general ledger activities and ensure the integrity of financial information</li><li>Oversee manufacturing costing, inventory accounting, labour analysis, and overhead allocations</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities</li><li>Analyze operational and financial performance and provide actionable insights to management</li><li>Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and corporate reporting requirements</li><li>Partner closely with operational leaders to improve processes and financial visibility</li><li>Support special projects, business initiatives, and due diligence activities</li><li>Supervise and mentor one direct report</li></ul> This role is well suited for someone who enjoys ownership, stability, and variety in their work. You'll have the opportunity to oversee the entire accounting function for a manufacturing operation, partner closely with leadership, and play an important role in the ongoing success of the business. If you're a hands-on accounting leader who thrives in a collaborative manufacturing environment and enjoys making a tangible impact, we'd love to hear from you.
2026-09-25T18:28:45Z

Payroll & HR Administrator

Guelph, ON
onsite
Permanent
60000.00 - 75000.00 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll & HR Generalist to support payroll and human resources operations for a manufacturing organization in Guelph, Ontario. This position combines accurate payroll administration with day-to-day HR coordination, helping employees and managers receive timely support across a range of people processes. The successful candidate will bring strong attention to detail, sound knowledge of legislative requirements, and the ability to handle confidential information appropriately. Responsibilities:• Administer weekly payroll within established timelines while ensuring earnings, deductions, and related calculations are processed correctly.• Maintain up-to-date payroll files and employee records, ensuring information is accurate, complete, and properly documented.• Oversee benefits administration, statutory deductions, and required remittances in accordance with applicable regulations and internal practices.• Prepare Records of Employment and contribute to year-end payroll tasks, including the compilation of T4 information.• Address payroll-related questions from employees by providing clear, timely, and attentive support.• Assist with hiring activities by coordinating recruitment steps, preparing onboarding materials, and supporting new employee setup.• Help deliver employee orientation and provide administrative support for benefit, pension, leave, and accommodation matters.• Produce HR documents and reports while responding to employee and manager questions related to workplace policies and procedures.• Contribute to employee engagement efforts and assist with the coordination of training activities and related communications.
2026-09-29T20:28:42Z

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