9 results for Corporate Controller in Waterloo, ON

Financial Controller

Waterloo, ON
onsite
Permanent
130000 - 150000 CAD / Yearly
Our client is hiring a Financial Controller to lead core accounting operations and provide strong financial oversight. This is a fully on-site role in Kitchener, Ontario.This role is responsible for ensuring accurate reporting, strengthening internal controls, and delivering meaningful analysis that supports business decisions. The successful candidate will bring sound judgement, strong leadership capability, and a hands-on approach to financial management in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:• Oversee the full month-end close cycle, including review of journal entries, account reconciliations, and completion of close activities within established timelines.• Direct general ledger activities, cash oversight, and the preparation of complete monthly financial statements with a high standard of accuracy.• Design, implement, and maintain accounting policies, control frameworks, and financial procedures that support compliance and operational effectiveness.• Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, purchasing support, and broader financial planning initiatives across the business.• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team while promoting accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.• Prepare financial reporting, performance analysis, and risk insights for senior leadership to support informed decision-making.• Manage banking relationships, tax coordination, external reporting requirements, and audit activities with outside partners.• Monitor cash flow trends, develop cash projections, and recommend approaches to optimize liquidity and use of available funds.• Track key business metrics and identify opportunities to improve processes, reduce unnecessary costs, and strengthen profitability.• Evaluate accounting systems and tools on an ongoing basis to improve efficiency, reliability, and overall financial operations.
2026-07-21T00:00:00Z

Financial Controller & HR Manager

Mississauga, ON
onsite
Permanent
120000 - 130000 CAD / Yearly
Controller & HR Manager – North America 📍 Mississauga, ON | Our client is seeking a hands-on Controller & HR Manager to lead the finance, control, and HR functions across its Canadian and U.S. operations. This is a highly visible leadership position offering broad exposure to cross-border finance, US GAAP reporting, and full controller-level responsibilities within a growing international organization.Reporting to senior leadership, the successful candidate will oversee all accounting, financial reporting, compliance, internal controls, and HR activities across North America, while managing a small finance team and partnering closely with operational leaders to drive business performance. What You'll Be Responsible For Financial Leadership & Controller Functions<ul><li>Own the full accounting cycle and financial reporting process for both Canadian and U.S. entities</li><li>Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities, ensuring accurate and timely reporting to the global parent company</li><li>Maintain a robust internal control environment and ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, tax regulations, and statutory reporting requirements</li><li>Apply and maintain strong knowledge of US GAAP and Canadian accounting standards within a multi-entity environment</li><li>Manage external audits, tax filings, and regulatory compliance across both countries</li><li>Oversee cash flow, working capital, and treasury activities</li><li>Lead annual budgeting and forecasting processes and provide meaningful financial analysis to support decision-making</li><li>Drive process improvements and strengthen financial controls as the business continues to grow</li></ul>Cross-Border Finance Oversight<ul><li>Manage financial operations across both Canada and the United States</li><li>Navigate the complexities of a cross-border, multi-entity structure, ensuring consistency in reporting, controls, and compliance</li><li>Partner with leadership teams on both sides of the border to support operational and strategic initiatives</li><li>Ensure alignment with corporate accounting policies and reporting requirements</li></ul>Team Leadership<ul><li>Lead and mentor Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable team members</li><li>Develop scalable processes and improve overall finance department efficiency</li><li>Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement</li></ul>HR Leadership<ul><li>Oversee HR operations for Canadian and U.S. employees</li><li>Manage the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and offboarding</li><li>Ensure compliance with employment legislation and workplace regulations in both jurisdictions</li><li>Coordinate payroll, benefits administration, and HR policies</li><li>Partner with management to support employee relations and talent initiatives</li></ul>
2026-07-20T00:00:00Z

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.
2026-07-21T00:00:00Z

Controller

Burlington, ON
onsite
Permanent
120000 - 140000 CAD / Yearly
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.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. This position is based in Burlington, ON and is 100% onsite. Why This Role?<ul><li>Onsite collaboration with operations and executive leadership</li><li>Clear career growth path </li><li>Exposure to cross-border (Canada & 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>Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Close<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 & U.S.)</li></ul>FP&A & Business Partnering<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>Cash Flow & Working Capital<ul><li>Oversee cash management, AP, and payment cycles</li><li>Maintain strong controls and deliver accurate cash flow forecasting</li></ul>Leadership & Collaboration<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>Controls & Process Improvement<ul><li>Strengthen internal controls and governance frameworks</li><li>Identify and implement process and efficiency improvements</li></ul>Manufacturing Finance & Systems<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>Additional Details<ul><li>10–15% travel across North American plant locations</li><li>Highly visible role with direct exposure to senior leadership</li></ul>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.
2026-06-25T00:00:00Z

Controller

Waterloo, ON
onsite
Temporary
55 - 70 CAD / Hourly
Interim Controller / Finance Process Improvement ConsultantLocation: London, ONWork Model: 5 days on-site, (possibly some remote flexibility after initial onsite period).Duration: 3–6 monthsOur client, a growing organization is seeking an Interim Controller / Finance Process Improvement Consultant to support and strengthen its finance function during an important stage of growth.This opportunity is ideal for a hands-on finance leader who can step into an evolving environment, and implement practical improvements without disrupting day-to-day operations.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Partner with the existing finance leadership team to strengthen overall departmental effectiveness</li><li>Coach and support team members to improve technical capability, confidence, and consistency of execution</li><li>Review current accounting workflows and introduce stronger, more efficient processes, controls, and documentation</li><li>Assess the month-end close process and implement changes to shorten timelines and improve reliability</li><li>Improve the finance team’s use of their newer ERP system, with a focus on process optimization</li><li>Work across finance and operations to improve transaction flow, coding accuracy, and allocation of costs across jobs, contracts, or entities</li><li>Enhance job costing, project-based reporting, and visibility into financial performance</li><li>Support accounting and reporting activities across a multi-entity structure</li><li>Help maintain continuity during ongoing audit and compliance activity, including support related to tax authority reviews</li><li>Identify root causes of process inefficiencies and implement sustainable solutions that can be maintained by the internal team</li><li>Build clearer procedures and documentation to support consistency, training, and future scalability</li><li>Create additional capacity within the finance function so leadership can focus more on forward-looking priorities</li></ul>
2026-07-27T00:00:00Z

Controller

Brampton, ON
onsite
Permanent
140000 - 170000 CAD / Yearly
Are you a hands-on finance leader who thrives in a manufacturing environment and enjoys partnering closely with operations? Our client, a growing and recession-resistant industry leader, is seeking a Controller to lead the finance function for its largest North American manufacturing site. Supporting a business unit generating more than $250M in annual revenue, this is a highly visible leadership opportunity where you will play a key role in driving profitability, operational performance, and future growth. Reporting into the CFO, you will oversee all accounting and finance activities while working side-by-side with operations to influence business decisions and improve results. This is an ideal opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys being onsite, collaborating with cross-functional teams, leading people, and gaining a deep understanding of manufacturing operations. The organization offers excellent long-term career growth, ongoing investment in its people and systems, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a stable, expanding business. Why Join?<ul><li>Join a growing, recession-resistant organization with a strong market position</li><li>Lead the finance function at the company's largest North American manufacturing facility</li><li>Significant exposure to operations and business strategy</li><li>Opportunity to mentor and develop a high-performing finance team</li><li>Strong potential for career progression within a large organization</li></ul>What You'll Be Doing<ul><li>Lead and oversee the finance function, managing a team of 9 finance professionals</li><li>Manage all accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, financial reporting, treasury and FP&A activities</li><li>Ensure accurate and timely month-end reporting and financial submissions under IFRS standards</li><li>Strengthen internal controls and ensure compliance with corporate finance policies and procedures</li><li>Coordinate external audits and collaborate with auditors to resolve findings and recommendations</li><li>Partner with tax advisors to ensure compliance and identify tax optimization opportunities</li><li>Lead annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and long-range planning activities</li><li>Work closely with operational leaders to identify risks, opportunities, and performance improvement initiatives</li><li>Develop financial models and business cases supporting capital expenditure projects and strategic investments</li><li>Drive improvements in working capital management through close collaboration with operations and sales teams</li><li>Analyze business performance drivers and provide actionable recommendations to improve profitability</li><li>Recruit, mentor, coach, and develop members of the finance team</li><li>Collaborate with finance leaders across the organization to share best practices and improve overall performance</li><li>Support continuous improvement initiatives, including financial systems enhancements and process optimization</li></ul>
2026-07-15T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager

Burlington, ON
onsite
Permanent
85000 - 95000 CAD / Yearly
We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Accounting Manager to join our finance team. This position is responsible for managing the organization's day-to-day accounting functions while ensuring accurate financial reporting and supporting month-end and year-end close activities. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining the integrity of the company's financial records and providing reliable financial information to support business decisions. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working independently while collaborating closely with leadership in a dynamic, manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage full-cycle bookkeeping and accounting functions </li><li>Maintain the General Ledger and ensure accuracy of all financial transactions </li><li>Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP </li><li>Complete month-end and year-end closing activities, including journal entries and account reconciliations </li><li>Perform bank, balance sheet, and intercompany reconciliations </li><li>Maintain prepaid expense, accrual, inventory, and fixed asset schedules </li><li>Process accounts payable and accounts receivable, ensuring timely and accurate recording of transactions </li><li>Prepare and process bi-weekly payroll while maintaining payroll records- 80 Employees- Non Union- Dayforce</li><li>Coordinate statutory remittances and government filings including HST, WSIB, garnishments, and other required submissions </li><li>Reconcile sub-ledgers to the General Ledger </li><li>Manage cash receipts, bank deposits, petty cash, and cash reconciliations </li><li>Maintain accurate accounting documentation and supporting records </li><li>Assist with management reporting by providing financial analysis and insights </li><li>Maintain personnel files and payroll-related documentation as required </li><li>Support audits and ensure compliance with accounting policies and internal controls </li><li>Participate in special projects and perform additional accounting duties as assigned </li></ul>
2026-07-23T00:00:00Z

Accounting Supervisor

Woodstock, ON
onsite
Permanent
85000 - 100000 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Supervisor to lead day-to-day financial operations for a construction and contractor-focused organization in Woodstock, Ontario. This position is suited to someone who combines strong technical accounting knowledge with practical leadership skills and a sharp eye for accuracy. The successful candidate will help strengthen financial reporting, support planning and budget activities, and guide the effective use of accounting systems across the function. Responsibilities:• Lead the accounting team in managing daily financial activities, ensuring records are complete, accurate, and maintained in a timely manner.• Oversee month-end and year-end close processes, including account reconciliations, reviews, and preparation of financial reporting deliverables.• Monitor accounting procedures and internal controls to support compliance, consistency, and reliable financial information.• Coordinate budgeting activities by partnering with operational leaders, reviewing assumptions, and helping track performance against plans.• Review financial data, transactions, and supporting documentation to identify discrepancies and resolve issues efficiently.• Support the administration and effective use of accounting and expense management platforms, including tools such as BlackLine and Concur.• Prepare management reports and provide insights that assist leadership with financial planning and operational decision-making.• Contribute to process improvements within the finance function, including system-related updates or changes when required.
2026-07-24T00:00:00Z

Senior Manager of Accounting

Mississauga, ON
onsite
Permanent
150000 - 170000 CAD / Yearly
Our client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Manager, Corporate Accounting to lead technical accounting, financial reporting, consolidations, audit activities, and internal controls across a complex, multi-entity organization. This leadership role is ideal for a CPA with deep accounting expertise, strong business acumen, and a passion for building and developing high-performing teams.What You'll Be Responsible For Financial Reporting & Technical Accounting<ul><li>Lead the preparation and review of complex accounting transactions, including revenue recognition, inventory, fixed assets, financing arrangements, and equity-related activities.</li><li>Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance.</li><li>Perform technical accounting research and provide guidance on the application of ASPE standards.</li><li>Establish and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and best practices that support consistent financial reporting.</li></ul>Consolidations & Corporate Accounting<ul><li>Manage multi-entity consolidations, including elimination entries and reporting across various business units.</li><li>Oversee intercompany accounting and reconciliations to ensure accuracy and timely resolution of discrepancies.</li><li>Partner with operational stakeholders to support accurate financial reporting and business decision-making.</li></ul>Controls & Process Improvement<ul><li>Review complex balance sheet reconciliations and ensure adherence to internal control requirements.</li><li>Evaluate and strengthen financial controls, policies, and procedures to mitigate risk and improve reporting accuracy.</li><li>Maintain supporting documentation, process maps, and control frameworks.</li></ul>Audit, Compliance & Tax Support<ul><li>Lead the annual external audit process and serve as the primary liaison for auditors.</li><li>Ensure compliance with indirect tax requirements, including GST/HST/QST reporting.</li><li>Support the preparation and documentation of SR&ED claims and other compliance-related initiatives.</li></ul>Leadership & Team Development<ul><li>Provide coaching, mentorship, and day-to-day leadership to members of the accounting team.</li><li>Lead recruitment, performance management, and employee development activities.</li><li>Foster a collaborative, accountable, and continuous improvement-focused culture within Finance.</li><li>Identify training and development opportunities that enhance team effectiveness and support organizational goals.</li></ul>Business Partnership & Special Projects<ul><li>Collaborate with Finance and operational leaders to improve processes, increase efficiencies, and support strategic initiatives.</li><li>Participate in special projects and other finance-related initiatives as required.</li></ul>
2026-07-22T00:00:00Z