6 results for Communications Specialist in Waterloo, ON

Project Manager

Dundas, ON
onsite
Permanent
100000.00 - 125000.00 CAD / Yearly
Project ManagerManufacturing | Engineering | Technical ProjectsAbout the OpportunityWe are seeking a highly organized and technically minded Project Manager to lead and coordinate complex manufacturing projects from order handoff through successful delivery. This role is ideal for someone with an engineering background who thrives in a fast-paced, project-driven environment and enjoys working at the intersection of customers, engineering, operations, quality, and manufacturing teams.As the central point of contact for project execution, you will ensure customer expectations, project milestones, and internal deliverables remain aligned throughout the project lifecycle. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Maintain and manage the master project schedule, ensuring it accurately reflects project priorities, milestones, production requirements, and customer commitments.</li><li>Lead the transition of new projects from the Business Development team, ensuring all commercial, contractual, and technical requirements are clearly defined and communicated.</li><li>Coordinate cross-functional project activities involving engineering, operations, quality, supply chain, and manufacturing teams.</li><li>Serve as the primary liaison between customers and internal stakeholders, providing regular project updates and managing expectations.</li><li>Facilitate customer meetings, document discussions, track action items, and ensure timely completion of deliverables.</li><li>Monitor project progress against timelines, budgets, and milestones while proactively identifying and mitigating risks.</li><li>Drive effective communication across departments to ensure smooth project execution and successful product delivery.</li><li>Support project reviews, lessons learned activities, and continuous improvement initiatives within the PMO.</li><li>Develop and maintain project documentation, status reports, schedules, and customer communications.</li><li>Collaborate closely with technical teams to understand engineering challenges, manufacturing constraints, and customer requirements.</li></ul>
2026-08-28T14:08:42Z

Senior SAP S/4HANA Project Manager

Cambridge, ON
onsite
Temporary
75.00 - 95.00 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Senior SAP S/4HANA Project Manager to lead a major enterprise transformation initiative in KWC area, Ontario. This Contract position will serve as the primary client-side project leadership role, overseeing delivery from planning through go-live and post-implementation support. The successful candidate will bring structure to a complex program, align business and technical teams, and ensure milestones are achieved with strong governance, communication, and execution discipline. Responsibilities:• Direct the end-to-end delivery of the SAP S/4HANA program as the senior client-side project lead, ensuring objectives, timelines, and outcomes remain on track.• Build and manage an integrated project roadmap that connects strategic milestones with detailed execution plans across all stages of delivery.• Coordinate key workstreams such as solution design, testing, training, organizational change, communications, data migration, integrations, cutover, and hypercare support.• Establish project governance practices by leading steering meetings, preparing executive updates, maintaining RAID tracking, and documenting key decisions and milestones.• Oversee collaboration across functional, technical, and business teams, including leads, business process owners, subject matter experts, and other project managers.• Manage system integrators, external partners, and vendors to maintain accountability for deliverables, quality expectations, timelines, and scope commitments.• Monitor project scope, financial performance, resource allocation, forecasting, and scheduling to support effective delivery management.• Lead risk mitigation, issue resolution, and escalation activities while removing barriers that may affect progress across project streams.• Ensure business readiness before deployment by confirming completion of training, testing, communications, operational preparation, and go-live planning.• Promote adherence to established implementation methodologies and project management standards while supporting alignment with business and regulatory expectations.K
2026-08-12T14:34:00Z

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>
2026-08-20T21:14:05Z

Senior Manager, Assurance and Accounting

Hamilton, ON
onsite
Permanent
95000.00 - 150000.00 CAD / Yearly
Hybrid Work Environment | Path to Partnership | Strong Work-Life Balance Robert Half is partnering with a respected and growing public accounting firm in Hamilton, ON to recruit a Senior Manager, Accounting & Assurance. Reporting directly to the Partners, this leadership role offers an exceptional opportunity for an experienced CPA looking to take the next step in their career and work toward future partnership. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys building strong client relationships, leading engagement teams, mentoring staff, and contributing to the strategic direction of a firm. In return, you'll benefit from a collaborative culture, flexible hybrid work arrangements, and a clear path to Partner for long-term career advancement. Why Join?<ul><li>Defined career progression with partnership potential</li><li>Hybrid work environment and flexible scheduling (2-3 days/week onsite)</li><li>Strong commitment to work-life balance</li><li>Opportunity to influence firm strategy and growth</li><li>Collaborative and supportive team culture</li><li>Diverse client base including charities, not-for-profits, and owner-managed businesses</li><li>Leadership role with meaningful client interaction and team development responsibilities</li></ul>Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage a portfolio of client relationships, ensuring exceptional service and identifying opportunities to provide value-added advice.</li><li>Lead complex audit, review, and compilation engagements from planning through completion.</li><li>Deliver high-quality assurance and accounting services while ensuring compliance with professional standards.</li><li>Review financial statements, tax returns, CRA correspondence, and other client deliverables.</li><li>Meet with clients to discuss financial results, tax matters, planning opportunities, and business initiatives.</li><li>Present financial statements at Annual General Meetings (AGMs), both virtually and in person.</li><li>Oversee engagement planning, scheduling, budgeting, and overall project financial performance.</li><li>Mentor, coach, and develop team members while fostering a positive and collaborative culture.</li><li>Participate in performance reviews and support the professional growth of staff.</li><li>Contribute to operational and strategic planning initiatives designed to enhance client service and firm performance.</li><li>Stay current on evolving accounting, assurance, and auditing standards and provide guidance on technical matters.</li><li>Support additional firm initiatives and leadership activities as required.</li></ul> The OpportunityThis is an outstanding opportunity for a public accounting professional who is ready to take on a broader leadership role while enjoying the flexibility and balance of a modern work environment. If you're looking for a firm that values professional growth, invests in its people, and offers a genuine pathway to partnership, we encourage you to apply.
2026-08-20T17:33:45Z

Accounting & Human Resources Coordinator

Guelph, ON
onsite
Permanent
56000.00 - 61000.00 CAD / Yearly
Our client, a well-established organization located in Guelph, is looking to add a Payroll & Accounts Payable Coordinator to their team. This is a hands-on position that combines full-cycle payroll, accounts payable and HR administrative support, making it an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys variety and wants to play an important role in the day-to-day operations of the business. Reporting to the Company Controller, the successful candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented and comfortable working independently while handling sensitive payroll, financial and employee information. Key ResponsibilitiesPayroll<ul><li>Manage full-cycle, in-house bi-weekly payroll using Maestro software.</li><li>Process payroll adjustments, deductions, ROEs and year-end reporting.</li><li>Maintain accurate payroll records and employee information.</li><li>Ensure payroll is processed accurately and in accordance with Canadian payroll legislation and employment standards.</li><li>Respond to employee payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies as required.</li></ul>Accounts Payable<ul><li>Process weekly invoices and vendor payments.</li><li>Code and enter invoices with a high degree of job-costing accuracy.</li><li>Match purchase orders, receipts and invoices.</li><li>Maintain accurate vendor records and documentation.</li><li>Respond to vendor inquiries and resolve invoice discrepancies.</li><li>Ensure AP records are accurate and up to date.</li></ul>HR Administrative Support<ul><li>Coordinate employee onboarding and offboarding activities.</li><li>Maintain employee records, personnel files and HR documentation.</li><li>Assist with benefits administration and employee inquiries.</li><li>Support employee relations activities, including disciplinary documentation and policy compliance.</li><li>Complete and submit WSIB Form 7 documentation as required.</li><li>Post job advertisements and provide recruitment and hiring support.</li><li>Assist with other HR and administrative activities as required.</li></ul>Qualifications & Experience<ul><li>Junior to intermediate-level experience in payroll, accounts payable and/or HR administration.</li><li>Previous experience processing full-cycle payroll is required.</li><li>Experience with accounts payable and job costing is required.</li><li>Strong knowledge of Canadian payroll regulations and employment standards.</li><li>Post-secondary education in Business, Accounting, Human Resources or a related field is preferred.</li><li>Experience with Maestro or construction-specific ERP/accounting systems is an asset.</li><li>Union payroll experience is considered a strong asset.</li><li>Strong attention to detail, accuracy and confidentiality.</li><li>Excellent organizational and time-management skills.</li><li>Ability to work independently under the direction of the Company Controller.</li><li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills.</li></ul>
2026-08-17T19:48:42Z

Executive Assistant

Cambridge, ON
remote
Permanent
55000.00 - 65000.00 CAD / Yearly
Are you the person everyone turns to when something needs to get done? Do you manage calendars, coordinate meetings, solve unexpected problems, track down missing information, and somehow keep everything running smoothly while making it look easy? If so, we may have the perfect opportunity for you. We're looking for an Executive Assistant to support a senior leadership team and be the organizational force behind the scenes. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage complex calendars, appointments, and scheduling priorities</li><li>Coordinate internal and external meetings, including preparing agendas and meeting materials</li><li>Draft, edit, and proofread correspondence, reports, presentations, and other business documents</li><li>Arrange travel, accommodations, and itineraries as required</li><li>Screen and prioritize emails, phone calls, and incoming requests</li><li>Prepare meeting minutes and follow up on action items</li><li>Support executive reporting and presentation preparation</li><li>Coordinate company events, leadership meetings, and special projects</li><li>Track deadlines and ensure timely completion of deliverables</li></ul>
2026-08-27T15:58:42Z