We are looking for an experienced Bookkeeper and Office Manager to oversee financial operations and administrative functions for a dynamic organization in the beverage industry. This role requires someone with a strong attention to detail and a solid background in bookkeeping, financial reporting, and office management. Based in Milton, Ontario, this position offers the opportunity to work with a dedicated team and contribute to the company's financial health and operational efficiency.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Maintain accurate financial records, including invoices, purchase orders, accounts payable and receivable, and payroll for a team of five employees.<br>• Perform bank reconciliations for multiple accounts and ensure timely resolution of discrepancies.<br>• Prepare and analyze financial reports, such as income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.<br>• Monitor cash flow, assist with budgeting, and provide financial forecasting support.<br>• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.<br>• Manage foreign currency transactions and payments across multiple currencies, including Euro, New Zealand Dollar, and Australian Dollar.<br>• Utilize Microsoft Dynamics 365 for financial management and reporting, enhancing workflow automation and accuracy.<br>• Review and improve internal accounting procedures to optimize efficiency and maintain strong internal controls.<br>• Support year-end financial processes and collaborate with external accountants or auditors as needed.<br>• Oversee general office management tasks to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
We are looking for an experienced Infrastructure and Network Project Manager to lead IT infrastructure projects within a dynamic municipal environment in Hamilton, Ontario. This role requires a strategic thinker who can manage complex projects involving networking, cloud technologies, and enterprise infrastructure. As this is a long-term contract position, you will play a critical role in driving collaboration, ensuring project alignment with organizational goals, and delivering impactful results.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee the full lifecycle of IT infrastructure and networking projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to scope.<br>• Collaborate with IT and business leaders to define project objectives, milestones, and deliverables.<br>• Create and maintain comprehensive project plans, risk logs, and progress dashboards for clear stakeholder communication.<br>• Manage initiatives related to data centres, cloud migrations, and Microsoft cloud technologies such as Office 365, Azure, and Intune.<br>• Coordinate efforts across networking, cloud, and security teams to achieve seamless integration.<br>• Partner with vendors and internal teams to align project outcomes with business needs.<br>• Monitor and control risks, dependencies, and budgets across concurrent projects.<br>• Provide regular updates to leadership and steering committees, ensuring visibility into project progress and challenges.
<p>We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Controller/ Accounting Manager to join our client's team in Waterloo, Ontario. In this role, you will take charge of key accounting functions, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with deadlines. As a vital member of the team, you will contribute to the success of the organization by applying your expertise in financial processes and analysis.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare comprehensive monthly financial statements to meet internal and lender compliance requirements.</p><p>• Conduct detailed account analysis and prepare journal entries as part of the monthly review process.</p><p>• Execute month-end closing procedures using accounting software.</p><p>• Develop and maintain weekly cash flow projections to support financial planning.</p><p>• Analyze and explain budget-to-actual variances to support decision-making.</p><p>• Participate actively in process improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.</p><p>• Contribute to the preparation of work-in-progress reports and ensure alignment with budget expectations.</p><p>• Additional tasks and special projects as assigned.</p>
<p>We are looking for a Purchasing Coordinator to join our team in Burlington, Ontario. This is a long term contract. ideal for a highly organized individual with strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills. In this role, you will play a key part in managing procurement activities, supplier relationships, and ensuring the smooth flow of materials and services within the organization.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Interpret and understand technical drawings to support purchasing decisions.</p><p>• Communicate with vendors and suppliers to negotiate pricing, availability, and delivery timelines.</p><p>• Prepare and manage purchase orders, ensuring all necessary documentation is provided to vendors.</p><p>• Track invoice progress and address discrepancies to facilitate payment release.</p><p>• Maintain procurement records, including quotes, approvals, and supplier evaluations.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with company policies and standards, including ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 requirements.</p><p>• Work collaboratively to resolve issues with defective or unacceptable goods and services.</p><p>• Conduct vendor site inspections and participate in annual reviews to evaluate performance.</p><p>• Coordinate logistics and prepare shipping and customs documents for inbound and outbound shipments.</p><p>• Support purchasing improvement initiatives and contribute to new programs and projects.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Cyber Security Architect to join the City of Hamilton and play a pivotal role in strengthening the municipality's cybersecurity framework. This long-term contract position offers the opportunity to design and implement robust security measures across on-premises, hybrid, and cloud environments. As a key technical leader, you will collaborate with diverse stakeholders to enhance risk management, threat detection, and overall security resilience.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop and oversee enterprise-wide security architecture tailored for cloud, on-premises, SaaS, and hybrid environments.<br>• Perform threat modeling, risk assessments, and vulnerability evaluations to identify and mitigate potential security gaps.<br>• Guide the implementation of privileged access controls, conditional access policies, and other security protocols.<br>• Collaborate with infrastructure teams to monitor vulnerabilities, optimize security tools, and lead risk remediation efforts.<br>• Provide architectural leadership for firewall configurations, network segmentation, secure routing, and overall system design.<br>• Work with external threat detection partners to bolster monitoring capabilities and enhance response strategies.<br>• Support modernization efforts, including the separation and restructuring of legacy networks.<br>• Ensure compliance with industry standards for data protection, encryption, backup/recovery, and other security measures.<br>• Create and maintain security reference architectures, implementation plans, and policies aligned with frameworks like NIST 800-53 and ISO 27001.<br>• Serve as a trusted advisor on security-related projects and infrastructure upgrades, offering strategic guidance and post-incident support.
<p><strong>Elevate Your Career—Join Client's Team as a Senior Cost Accountant!</strong></p><p>Ready to maximize your impact and provide strategic financial guidance in a dynamic manufacturing environment? Robert Half is seeking a highly skilled <strong>Senior Cost Accountant</strong> to join our client’s thriving Hamilton-based team. Partner with top-tier professionals, drive data-driven decision-making, and lead critical financial functions that enable operational excellence. Reporting directly to the Controller, this role empowers you to take ownership of vital processes and craft innovative solutions while contributing directly to growth and efficiency.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Why This Opportunity Stands Out:</strong></p><ul><li>Play a key role in optimizing plant performance through precise cost analyses and actionable reporting.</li><li>Shape organizational strategy by delivering insights that guide leadership discussions.</li><li>Showcase robust cross-functional collaboration skills while providing financial expertise across departments.</li></ul><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>Act, analyze, and innovate—this role is designed for proactive professionals ready to lead and make an impact:</p><ul><li>Drive action in financial reporting by partnering with the finance team to deliver timely monthly reports and support audit preparations.</li><li>Lead costing initiatives by maintaining, updating, and monitoring standard cost systems while identifying and resolving variances.</li><li>Guide annual planning—support key rollups for costing and budgeting processes critical to long-term operational excellence.</li><li>Analyze performance metrics such as monthly operating results, productivity deviations, and forecasts, recommending viable solutions to improve outcomes.</li><li>Champion inventory management by overseeing variance analysis for annual physical inventories.</li><li>Deliver results-oriented reporting—prepare weekly KPIs, deviation summaries, and ad-hoc analyses to drive informed decision-making.</li><li>Innovate with technology—develop databases to streamline tracking of performance metrics.</li><li>Commit to compliance by ensuring adherence to accounting standards and effective controls at all times.</li></ul><p><strong>Skills & Qualifications:</strong></p><p>Your experience and expertise will fuel success in this role:</p><ul><li>Demonstrated leadership: Minimum of 3 years in cost accounting, cost analysis, or a similar role within the manufacturing sector.</li><li>Technical expertise: Proven proficiency in standard cost accounting systems and advanced Excel functionality.</li><li>Effective communicator: Strong interpersonal skills for collaboration with senior leadership teams, head office personnel, and cross-functional departments.</li><li>Operational experience: Mastery of month-end close processes and annual physical inventory analysis.</li><li>Professional certification: CPA designation required for strategic contributions to financial planning and reporting.</li></ul><p><strong>Take the Next Step in Your Career:</strong></p><p>Become a valued contributor to a team that champions performance, accountability, in-person collaboration and mentorship, and continuous improvement.</p>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented and organized Payroll Administrator to join our team in Stratford, Ontario. In this role, you will play a vital part in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing while supporting various administrative functions. This is an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic organization that values collaboration and excellence in its operations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and submit government reports, Records of Employment, and other required forms and remittances.</p><p>• Enter and maintain accurate payroll data to ensure seamless processing.</p><p>• Reconcile bi-weekly deductions and prepare related data for payroll execution.</p><p>• Generate and distribute payroll reports to relevant departments and managers.</p><p>• Coordinate orientation and training sessions focused on payroll-related processes.</p><p>• Support the maintenance and accuracy of organizational payroll data.</p><p>• Provide administrative assistance to the Payroll Manager, including filing, mailing, and ordering office supplies.</p><p>• Maintain compliance with health and safety policies by promptly reporting any unsafe conditions.</p><p>• Complete additional tasks and duties as assigned to support payroll operations.</p>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Assistant Controller to join our team in Ayr, Ontario. In this role, you will oversee critical accounting functions, manage project finances, and contribute to process optimization. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a diverse range of projects and responsibilities.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage all monthly financial close activities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness </p><p>• Oversee project accounting for multiple active projects </p><p>• Develop and maintain 13-week cash flow forecasts, and assist in treasury functions such as leases, bonding, and equipment loan negotiations.</p><p>• Handle province-wide job agreements, including managing union remittances and addressing payroll complexities.</p><p>• Administer holdbacks and lien processes to ensure compliance with contractual and legal requirements.</p><p>• Lead and execute process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and accuracy within the accounting department.</p><p>• Support the integration of accounting information into the Eclipse system, ensuring consistency and completeness.</p><p>• Collaborate with auditors during year-end processes to facilitate accurate and efficient reporting.</p><p>• Coordinate financial activities across multiple entities, including operating companies and holding companies.</p>
<p>We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Controller in the manufacturing/ distribution industry. As a Controller, you will be responsible for managing financial operations, maintaining financial reports, and ensuring the overall financial health of the business. This role is IN OFFICE (with flexibility)</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Safeguard company assets and ensure financial integrity by developing and implementing internal controls.</p><p>• Collaborate closely with senior management to guide financial strategy and decision-making.</p><p>• Provide financial insights and recommendations for strategic planning and business development.</p><p>• Handle financial reporting and ensure accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Manage the company’s budgeting process, forecast financial trends, and analyze variances.</p><p>• Prepare financial statements and reports on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.</p><p>• Monitor and manage cash flow to ensure the company has adequate liquidity for operations.</p><p>• Support management with financial decision-making, including cost-saving initiatives and profitability analysis.</p><p>• Manage banking relationships and collaborate with external auditors during annual audits.</p><p>• Oversee tax filings and ensure compliance with financial regulations.</p>
<p>Our client is a fast-growing SaaS (Software-as-a-Service) technology company operating at the intersection of innovation and collaboration. Their entrepreneurial culture fosters creativity, bold decision-making, and team-driven success. As they continue to scale, they are seeking a dynamic Corporate Controller to join the leadership team. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and are passionate about building scalable financial operations in a tech-forward business, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact. <strong>This role requires regular onsite collaboration at their Hamilton headquarters.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>As the Corporate Controller, you’ll be a key financial leader, responsible for driving operational excellence and supporting strategic growth initiatives. This role is ideal for professionals looking to expand into broader leadership within a high-growth SaaS environment. You’ll collaborate closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to optimize financial reporting, implement scalable processes, and help shape the future of our business.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Financial Close & Reporting: Lead month/quarter/year-end close across multiple entities and currencies. Deliver lender-ready financials, cash flow forecasts, variance analyses, and operating KPIs.</li><li>Tax & Compliance: Oversee HST and corporate tax filings (with advisor support), ensure regulatory compliance, and resolve backlog issues.</li><li>Audit Management: Prepare for and manage annual audits, including financial statements and disclosures under ASPE/IFRS.</li><li>Intercompany & Structure: Maintain intercompany flows, transfer pricing, and financing arrangements.</li><li>Controls & GL Oversight: Manage QuickBooks chart of accounts, reconciliations, SOPs, and internal control frameworks.</li><li>Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with teams across product, operations, and sales to align financial strategy with business goals.</li><li>Process & Systems Optimization: Champion automation and integrate systems (e.g., QBO, Stripe/ChargeOver, digital banking) into reporting workflows.</li><li>Team Leadership: Build and mentor a high-performing accounting team, fostering a culture of learning and collaboration.</li><li>Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with the COO, CEO, fractional CFOs, and Director of Financial Operations on audits, financing, and strategic initiatives.</li></ul><p><strong>Why Join?</strong></p><ul><li>Career Advancement: Grow with the organization as they scale across North America — with opportunities to expand your role and influence.</li><li>Innovative Culture: Be part of a team that values experimentation, creativity, and bold thinking.</li><li>Collaborative& Supportive Environment: Work alongside passionate professionals in a hybrid environment who believe in teamwork and shared success.</li><li>Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a strong salary, bonus, health benefits, paid vacation and stock options (eligibility for equity pool after 12 months of service).</li></ul><p><br></p>
