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Director of Finance

Perth County (woodstock, Stratford, St Mary's, London), ON
onsite
Permanent
130000 - 160000 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Director of Finance, a leader to oversee the financial direction of our clients' organization in Perth County, Ontario. This role provides strategic guidance across planning, reporting, controls, and performance management while supporting sound business decisions with accurate financial insight. The successful candidate will strengthen finance operations, lead a capable team through the Financial Controller, and help drive sustainable growth through disciplined forecasting, analysis, and risk management. This opportunity is within 30 minutes of Stratford, Woodstock, Ingersoll, London area. Responsibilities:• Provide overall leadership for the finance function by defining roles, expectations, decision authorities, and service standards across accounting and financial management activities.• Direct budgeting, forecasting, management reporting, and financial analysis processes, ensuring leaders have clear insight into performance, risks, and recommended actions.• Establish and maintain accounting policies, internal controls, month-end close expectations, and review practices that support accuracy, compliance, and consistency.• Evaluate the financial impact of commercial proposals by assessing profitability, cash implications, investment needs, and business risk before commitments are approved.• Work with cross-functional leaders to obtain complete operating and financial inputs, question unsupported assumptions, and resolve issues that affect financial results or planning quality.• Lead and develop the Financial Controller and other finance team members while supporting succession planning, capability building, and effective use of approved resources.• Prepare and present performance reviews that explain variances, identify trends, and assign accountability for corrective measures and follow-up actions.• Monitor liquidity, significant financial risks, policy exceptions, and major commitments, and escalate material matters with clear analysis, options, and recommendations.• Maintain scenario planning and sensitivity analysis to support decision-making related to growth, cost pressures, break-even performance, and funding requirements.
2026-10-01T00:00:00Z

Director of Finance

Mississauga, ON
onsite
Permanent
150000 - 160000 CAD / Yearly
Job Title: Director of FinanceLocation: Mississauga, Ontario / On-site Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Job Summary: Robert Half Canada is seeking a strategic and hands-on Director of Finance on behalf of our client in the manufacturing/automotive components industry. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing financial planning, reporting, budgeting, internal controls, and operational finance activities. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, business partnership experience, and the ability to support decision-making in a dynamic production environment. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Lead the organization’s finance and accounting function, including financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management</li><li>Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes</li><li>Prepare and review financial statements and management reports</li><li>Develop and maintain internal controls, policies, and financial procedures</li><li>Support strategic planning and provide financial analysis to senior leadership</li><li>Partner with operational leaders to monitor performance, costs, inventory, and profitability</li><li>Oversee compliance with applicable accounting standards, tax requirements, and regulatory obligations</li><li>Coordinate external audits and liaise with auditors, banks, and other external stakeholders</li><li>Lead, mentor, and develop finance team members</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements to enhance reporting accuracy and operational efficiency</li></ul>
2026-09-29T00:00:00Z

Director of Finance

Hamilton, ON
onsite
Permanent
150000 - 170000 CAD / Yearly
Our client is a rapidly growing Canadian organization operating in the Industrial Services sector. Through a combination of organic growth and acquisitions, the company is expanding its footprint across Canada and investing heavily in its people, processes, and systems. As a result, they are seeking a strategic and hands-on Director of Finance to help build a scalable finance function that supports continued growth. This is a highly visible leadership role that combines financial stewardship, operational partnership, process improvement, and team development. Reporting to senior leadership, the Director of Finance will work closely with Sales, Operations, and other functional leaders to drive performance, improve decision-making, and support the organization's long-term strategic objectives. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead all aspects of financial reporting, month-end close, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial planning.</li><li>Act as a strategic business partner to Sales, Operations, and executive leadership, providing analysis, insights, and recommendations that drive business performance.</li><li>Develop and monitor KPIs, reporting dashboards, and performance metrics to support organizational goals.</li><li>Oversee annual review engagements, lender reporting, regulatory compliance, tax requirements, and internal controls.</li><li>Lead and mentor a growing accounting team, providing coaching, training, and career development.</li><li>Drive finance transformation initiatives, including process optimization, automation, workflow improvements, and systems enhancements.</li><li>Manage financial operations across multiple entities, including intercompany transactions and reporting.</li><li>Support acquisition activity, including due diligence, integration planning, and post-acquisition financial integration.</li><li>Establish scalable policies, processes, and controls to support a growing organization.</li><li>Deliver meaningful management reporting and variance analysis to support strategic decision-making.</li></ul>What Makes This Opportunity Attractive?<ul><li>Join an organization experiencing significant growth and transformation.</li><li>Play a key role in shaping finance strategy and infrastructure.</li><li>Partner directly with executive leadership and influence company-wide decisions.</li><li>Lead acquisition integration and finance modernization initiatives.</li><li>Build, mentor, and develop a growing finance team.</li><li>Opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a collaborative, entrepreneurial culture.</li><li>If you are a forward-thinking finance leader who thrives in high-growth environments and enjoys building scalable processes, driving change, and partnering with operations, we encourage you to apply.</li></ul>
2026-09-25T00:00:00Z

Director of Finance

Cambridge, ON
onsite
Permanent
150000 - 170000 CAD / Yearly
Our client, a growing project-based organization in Cambridge, is seeking a Director of Finance to join their senior leadership team. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for overseeing the finance function, driving process improvements, enhancing ERP utilization, and providing strategic financial support to business operations. The successful candidate will play a key role in optimizing month-end reporting, ERP system capabilities, strengthening financial controls, and partnering with operational leaders to improve profitability and decision-making. Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Leadership & Reporting<ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop the finance and accounting team while promoting accountability and continuous improvement.</li><li>Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.</li><li>Maintain the integrity of the general ledger through account reconciliations, analytical reviews, and financial controls.</li><li>Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, fixed assets, and inventory accounting functions.</li><li>Coordinate year-end audit activities and serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors.</li></ul>Process Improvement & Systems Optimization<ul><li>Drive continuous improvement initiatives across finance and operational processes.</li><li>Optimize ERP workflows, automation, and reporting capabilities to improve efficiency and accuracy.</li><li>Partner with operational stakeholders to enhance project costing, revenue recognition, and transaction processing workflows.</li><li>Develop and implement standard operating procedures and accountability measures to support an efficient month-end close process.</li><li>Identify opportunities to streamline reporting and eliminate operational bottlenecks.</li></ul>Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis<ul><li>Lead budgeting and forecasting initiatives, translating operational plans into meaningful financial models.</li><li>Analyze financial performance and provide insights into key variances, trends, and business drivers.</li><li>Develop KPI dashboards and management reporting tools to improve operational visibility and profitability analysis.</li><li>Provide strategic recommendations to senior leadership to support informed decision-making and improve working capital management.</li></ul>Treasury & Internal Controls<ul><li>Maintain and strengthen internal controls, financial policies, and delegated authority processes.</li><li>Oversee cash flow management and working capital planning.</li><li>Support relationships with financial institutions and ensure compliance with lending and reporting requirements.</li><li>Assist with risk management and financial governance initiatives.</li></ul>
2026-10-22T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager

East Garafraxa, ON
onsite
Permanent
85000 - 100000 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.
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager

Guelph, ON
onsite
Temporary
51.4615 - 59.587 CAD / Hourly
Job Title: Accounting ManagerLocation: Guelph – Hybrid 3 days onsiteJob DescriptionOur client is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to lead core accounting and finance operations and support accurate, timely financial reporting. This role will oversee a broad range of accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll entries, fixed assets, inventory and costing, cash management, reconciliations, and month-end close.This position plays a key role in ensuring compliance with GAAP, IFRS, and ASPE . The Accounting Manager will also support budgeting, treasury, tax compliance, audit coordination, internal controls, and continuous process improvement. Key Responsibilities· Lead the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting· Prepare, analyze, and present financial statements, budget variance reports, KPI reporting, and other management reporting for stakeholders and regional/corporate leadership· Review and approve daily accounting transactions, including accounts payable disbursements, intercompany activity, journal entries, and treasury-related matters· Support the preparation of annual budgets, revised forecasts, and financial planning discussions with leadership· Drive financial and KPI reporting aligned with departmental goals and broader regional objectives· Lead accounting-related projects and system/process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, controls, and segregation of duties· Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal reporting requirements for local and international stakeholders· Oversee government reporting and filings, including monthly, quarterly, and annual requirements· Coordinate the preparation of corporate income tax returns, transfer pricing documentation, SR&ED reporting, and related filings in partnership with external tax advisors· Apply practical knowledge of Canadian taxation, including income tax, GST/HST, withholding tax, transfer pricing, payroll tax, non-resident tax, and cross-border tax considerations· Establish and maintain strong internal controls, checks and balances, and compliance processes, including JSOX self-assessment activities· Support internal, external, and government audits by preparing schedules, documentation, and responses as required
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager

Mississauga, ON
onsite
Permanent
100000 - 120000 CAD / Yearly
Accounting Manager Are you a CPA (or CPA-track) professional who thrives in a fast-paced sales and service environment and enjoys owning the financial processes that keep a business running efficiently?Our client is seeking a hands-on accounting leader to take ownership of financial reporting, cash management, reconciliations, and operational accounting. This highly visible role will partner closely with Sales, Service, Collections, Operations, and senior leadership to ensure strong financial controls, optimize working capital, and support business growth. What You'll Own<ul><li>Lead the full month-end and year-end close process, ensuring accurate financial reporting, account reconciliations, accruals, foreign exchange transactions, and general ledger integrity.</li><li>Own balance sheet reconciliations, intercompany accounting, and multi-entity financial activities, proactively identifying and resolving discrepancies.</li><li>Manage daily treasury and cash management functions, including cash positioning, cash flow forecasting, borrowing requirements, liquidity management, bank relationships, and foreign currency exposure.</li><li>Monitor working capital performance, supporting collections, receivables management, cash conversion initiatives, and process improvements across the business.</li><li>Prepare and analyze financial statements, management reporting packages, cash flow reporting, profitability analysis, and operational performance metrics.</li><li>Partner closely with Sales and Service leadership to evaluate business performance, customer profitability, revenue trends, and operational initiatives.</li><li>Support revenue recognition, deferred revenue accounting, warranty reserves, and transactional review within a high-volume commercial environment.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement in accounting processes, internal controls, reconciliations, reporting accuracy, and financial systems.</li><li>Coordinate audit, tax, banking, compliance, and regulatory reporting requirements while maintaining strong governance and financial controls.</li><li>Mentor and develop team members while fostering a collaborative, accountable, and customer-focused finance culture.</li></ul>
2026-10-07T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager

Elora, ON
onsite
Permanent
100000 - 115000 CAD / Yearly
Our client is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to lead its accounting function and oversee a team of accounting professionals. Reporting directly to senior leadership, this position is responsible for financial reporting, internal controls, month-end and year-end activities, audit coordination, budgeting support, and the ongoing development of accounting processes and systems. This role offers a unique blend of hands-on accounting, leadership responsibility, and business partnership within a dynamic manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop a team of accounting professionals</li><li>Oversee the full accounting cycle, including month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Prepare and review financial statements, management reports, and financial analyses</li><li>Maintain the integrity of the general ledger and financial reporting systems</li><li>Coordinate internal and external audit requirements</li><li>Establish and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities</li><li>Analyze financial performance and provide recommendations to leadership</li><li>Identify opportunities for process improvement, automation, and reporting efficiencies</li><li>Assist with ERP optimization and systems enhancements</li><li>Partner with operational and business leaders to support organizational objectives</li></ul>
2026-09-25T00:00:00Z

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