5 results for Financial Services Operations Director in Waterloo, ON

Operations Finance Director

Brantford, ON
onsite
Temporary
60 - 70 CAD / Hourly
Robert Half is seeking an interim, hands-on Operations Finance Director to drive performance improvement across a multi-site manufacturing network. This is a high-impact leadership role for someone who combines strong manufacturing operations knowledge with manufacturing finance acumen. This individual will partner closely with senior operations leaders and plant leadership to improve plant performance, reduce manufacturing costs, strengthen KPI visibility and support strategic growth initiatives. The role is highly visible and requires a practical leader who is equally comfortable on the plant floor, in performance reviews and in executive discussions. This working arrangement is 5 days onsite in the Southwestern Ontario location, 3-6 months. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Partner with Plant Managers to improve performance across multiple manufacturing facilities</li><li>Drive cost reduction and operational improvement initiatives</li><li>Develop, standardize and monitor manufacturing KPIs</li><li>Analyze plant performance and identify efficiency opportunities</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting and operational planning</li><li>Participate in acquisition integration and capital projects</li><li>Improve accountability and execution across operational initiatives</li><li>Influence change across sites and functions without direct authority</li><li>Approximately 50% travel</li></ul>
2026-08-05T00:00:00Z

Interim Director of Finance

Mississauga, ON
onsite
Temporary
60 - 70 CAD / Hourly
Interim Director of Finance (6-Month Contract)Location: MississaugaWork Model: Hybrid - 3 days on-site, 2 days remoteDuration: 6 months Our client, a well-established organization, is seeking an Interim Director of Finance to join its leadership team. This is a key position reporting directly to the CFO and overseeing core finance operations, financial reporting, controls, and team leadership.The Interim Director of Finance will provide leadership across day-to-day finance activities while ensuring strong financial governance, reliable reporting, and effective operational controls. The role will have oversight of areas such as accounting operations, payables, receivables, payroll oversight, cash management, and audit coordination, while also partnering with senior leadership on process improvements and evolving finance priorities.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead the organization’s core finance and accounting operations</li><li>Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting</li><li>Manage month-end and year-end close activities to ensure accuracy and timeliness</li><li>Maintain a strong internal control environment and support compliance requirements</li><li>Serve as a key contact for external audit activity and related deliverables</li><li>Provide leadership over accounts payable and accounts receivable teams</li><li>Oversee payroll from a governance, controls, and financial reporting perspective</li><li>Support cash flow oversight, banking relationships, and treasury-related activities</li><li>Contribute to accounting policy development, process improvement, and finance modernization efforts</li><li>Partner with the CFO and other leaders on cross-functional initiatives impacting finance operations and reporting</li><li>Lead, coach, and develop a team across finance operations and accounting</li><li>Prepare finance-related materials for executive and board-level review as needed</li></ul>
2026-08-07T00:00:00Z

Director, Operational Development

Brantford, ON
onsite
Permanent
150000 - 190000 CAD / Yearly
Robert Half is partnering with a growing and innovative manufacturing organization to recruit a Director, Operational Development. This crucial leadership role will be responsible for driving operational excellence, continuous improvement, and business transformation initiatives across multiple plant locations and functions across Canada and the US. Note: this role requires 50% travel in Canada and the US on an ongoing basis. The successful candidate will work closely with senior Operations and Plant leadership to design and implement scalable processes, improve operational performance, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. This is an excellent opportunity for a strategic and hands-on leader who is passionate about optimizing operations, leveraging data, and leading organizational change. Candidates who were manufacturing Controllers and have since evolved into an Operations focused role would be strong candidates for this position Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Develop and execute operational strategies aligned with corporate objectives and growth plans.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, productivity, quality, and cost effectiveness across the organization.</li><li>Lead process improvement and business transformation initiatives to enhance operational performance.</li><li>Design, optimize, and standardize processes, workflows, and operating frameworks.</li><li>Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and performance reporting tools.</li><li>Partner with operational and functional leaders to drive accountability and continuous improvement.</li><li>Lead change management initiatives, ensuring successful adoption of new processes, systems, and best practices.</li><li>Evaluate and implement technologies, tools, and reporting solutions that improve operational effectiveness.</li><li>Support leadership teams in identifying, tracking, and achieving strategic operational objectives.</li><li>Ensure operational practices align with organizational policies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.</li></ul>
2026-08-06T00:00:00Z

Financial Planning & Analysis Manager

Mississauga, ON
onsite
Permanent
90000 - 110000 CAD / Yearly
Our client is seeking a Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis to support budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and business performance analysis. Reporting to the CFO, this role will partner closely with Finance leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to provide actionable insights and support strategic decision-making. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes</li><li>Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial results</li><li>Oversee management reporting and performance analysis</li><li>Lead the monthly reporting and consolidation process</li><li>Provide insights into key business drivers and financial performance</li><li>Support executive reporting and presentations</li><li>Partner with leaders across the organization to support decision-making</li><li>Manage and develop a small finance team</li><li>Participate in ad hoc financial analysis and special projects</li></ul>
2026-07-21T00:00:00Z

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