8 results for Senior Auditassurance Services Associate in Waterloo, ON

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

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

Director of Finance

Cambridge, ON
onsite
Permanent
150000.00 - 170000.00 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>
2026-09-03T13:04:27Z

Accountant

Waterloo, ON
onsite
Permanent
55000.00 - 75000.00 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accountant to join a finance team in Waterloo, Ontario. This position supports core accounting operations by preparing financial information, maintaining accurate records, and contributing to timely reporting for a multi-faceted care environment. The role offers the opportunity to work across month-end activities, funding administration, billing, and audit support while collaborating with both finance and operational staff. Responsibilities:• Prepare journal entries for period-end activities, including accruals, allocations, payroll-related postings, and other required adjustments to support accurate financial reporting.• Review general ledger activity and balance sheet accounts, complete reconciliations, and investigate irregular balances or unresolved items in a timely manner.• Produce monthly financial statements, internal reporting packages, and detailed supporting schedules for management review.• Record and analyze funding revenue from government sources and complete required reporting related to occupancy, resident activity, and operational metrics.• Coordinate resident billing processes, maintain supporting documentation, and resolve discrepancies to ensure revenue is recorded accurately and on time.• Reconcile resident trust accounts and work with site-based administrative teams to research and clear outstanding variances.• Support accounts payable functions by processing invoices, assisting with payments, responding to vendor questions, and reconciling supplier accounts.• Monitor daily cash activity and assist with cash flow oversight to help maintain sufficient funds for operational needs.• Contribute to budgeting, construction and renovation reporting, and year-end audit preparation by assembling schedules, documentation, and financial analysis.• Maintain organized records, uphold internal controls and accounting procedures, and assist with improvements to finance processes, systems usage, and reporting practices.
2026-09-11T15:58:41Z

Head of Finance

Waterloo, ON
onsite
Permanent
140000.00 - 170000.00 CAD / Yearly
Our client, an established real estate investment, development, and property management company, is seeking a Head of Finance to join its leadership team. This is a hands-on leadership opportunity offering broad exposure across accounting, finance, reporting, operations, development projects, and strategic decision-making. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead all financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and treasury activities.</li><li>Oversee month-end, year-end, and multi-entity financial reporting.</li><li>Partner with ownership and leadership to support growth initiatives, financing activities, acquisitions, development projects, and portfolio performance.</li><li>Provide financial analysis, forecasting, and strategic recommendations to support business decisions.</li><li>Manage lender, investor, and external advisor relationships while ensuring compliance with reporting requirements and financial obligations.</li><li>Establish and maintain strong internal controls, financial processes, and risk management practices.</li><li>Oversee and mentor the finance and accounting team while driving continuous improvement across systems and processes.</li></ul>
2026-09-03T13:08:39Z

Controller

Waterloo, ON
onsite
Permanent
125000.00 - 135000.00 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead the financial oversight of our operations in Kitchener- Waterloo, Ontario. This position is centred on balance sheet integrity, cash flow management, and contract-related financial reporting within a project-driven environment. The successful candidate will work closely with project managers, contract administration, and external partners to support sound financial decisions, strengthen controls, and deliver accurate forecasting and analysis. Responsibilities:• Oversee financial reporting related to contracts and work-in-progress activity, ensuring project status information is accurate, timely, and useful for decision-making.• Monitor holdbacks, liens, and deferred revenue across active and completed projects, maintaining strong control over contract-related balance sheet accounts.• Lead budgeting and forecasting activities in collaboration with project managers and contract administration teams to support operational planning and financial performance.• Maintain a strong focus on balance sheet accuracy and cash flow visibility by reviewing reconciliations, identifying risks, and recommending corrective action where needed.• Provide financial oversight within a detailed job-costing environment, using available systems and data flows to validate reporting and support cost control.• Coordinate with external stakeholders such as banks, insurers, legal counsel, tax advisors, and review engagement partners on financial and contractual matters.• Support negotiations and financial review of third-party agreements, including banking, insurance, benefits, and technology-related contracts.• Prepare ad hoc financial analysis and reporting to assist leadership with planning, risk assessment, and business decisions.
2026-08-31T19:18:45Z

Accountant - Entry Level

Hamilton, ON
onsite
Temporary
25.00 - 27.00 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for an entry-level Accountant to support day-to-day finance operations for a healthcare organization in Hamilton, Ontario. This Contract opportunity is well suited to someone who brings a solid foundation in accounting strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment. The successful candidate will help maintain accurate financial records, support month-end activities, and contribute to reliable reporting across several locations. Responsibilities:• Process supplier invoices accurately and on schedule, confirm coding aligns with the correct general ledger accounts, and verify all required approvals are in place before payment.• Administer outgoing payments across multiple sites, ensuring supporting documentation is complete, expenses are properly allocated, and organizational policies are followed for items such as petty cash, program funding, donations, and fundraising disbursements.• Complete monthly bank and account reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and maintain clean, balanced records across sub-ledgers and the general ledger.• Support month-end and year-end close activities by preparing journal entries, posting accruals, balancing accounts, and helping deliver reporting within established timelines.• Prepare payment runs and direct deposit transactions for review and approval, while maintaining organized and accurate records of all financial activity.• Track grant funding and related expenditures for third-party organizations to ensure claims and records remain complete and current.• Work closely with external auditors by assembling audit support documents, preparing working papers, and responding to information requests during the annual audit.• Process bi-weekly payroll for multiple programs and locations, maintain payroll records, reconcile payroll transactions to bank activity, and ensure statutory remittances are submitted on time.• Reconcile credit card and store card activity, review vendor statements, and resolve billing differences, missing items, or account errors promptly.• Provide day-to-day financial and payroll support to managers and staff, including ad hoc reporting and assistance with accounting-related questions.
2026-08-21T00:58:43Z

CFO

Cambridge, ON
onsite
Permanent
180000.00 - 200000.00 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for an accomplished CFO to lead the financial strategy and oversight of our organization in Cambridge, Ontario. This executive role will guide financial reporting, forecasting, and operational analysis while strengthening the finance function to support sustainable growth. The successful candidate will provide strong leadership to the finance team and serve as a trusted partner to business leaders across the company. Responsibilities: • Lead the organization’s overall financial direction, ensuring strong governance, accurate reporting, and sound decision-making across the business. • Oversee the preparation and review of financial statements, shareholder updates, tax filings, and reports required by regulatory bodies. • Manage core finance operations, including accounting, costing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and consolidated reporting for multiple locations. • Direct monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, and communicate financial results to internal leadership and the parent organization. • Guide cash flow planning, treasury activities, credit oversight, and financial risk management to protect the company’s financial position. • Build and maintain effective internal controls, financial policies, and administrative procedures that support compliance and operational discipline. • Deliver meaningful performance analysis on revenue, margins, expenses, and profitability by comparing results against budgets, forecasts, and prior periods. • Partner with department leaders to develop budgets, business plans, and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency and organizational alignment. • Mentor and develop the finance team, fostering an engaged culture focused on timely processing, high-quality analysis, and dependable business support. • Represent the company in financial matters with lenders, insurers, external accountants, and government agencies as needed.
2026-09-02T19:18:40Z