Temporary Accounting And Finance Jobs in Waterloo, ON

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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

Sr. Accountant

Mississauga, ON
onsite
Temporary
35 - 37 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant with hands-on experience working in a shared services environment to join a pharmaceutical organization in Mississauga, Ontario on a contract basis. In this role, you will take ownership of key accounting activities, support accurate and timely financial reporting, and contribute to a disciplined month-end close process. You will serve as a key liaison between corporate finance, shared services, and local business teams, coordinating the resolution of accounting issues, strengthening collaboration, and identifying opportunities to improve processes and efficiency. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Serve as a key liaison between corporate finance, shared services, and local business teams to address accounting inquiries, resolve issues, and ensure alignment on deliverables and reporting expectations.</li><li>Investigate accounting discrepancies and processing issues, identify root causes, and coordinate corrective actions with the appropriate teams through to resolution.</li><li>Lead core month-end accounting activities, including preparing and reviewing journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting packages for corporate finance.</li><li>Manage the full close cycle for assigned entities, coordinating shared services inputs and ensuring deadlines are met and financial information is complete, accurate, and compliant with reporting requirements.</li><li>Review work and financial information provided by shared services, address gaps or errors, and follow up on outstanding items to support a timely and accurate close.</li><li>Assess intercompany billings to confirm correct coding, reasonableness, and allocation across business units and profit centres, working with corporate and shared services teams to resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Collaborate with FP&A to analyze differences between actual results and budget or forecast and provide meaningful explanations for cost centre variances.</li><li>Perform detailed account and cost analysis to support decision-making, highlight trends, and improve financial visibility.</li><li>Identify inefficiencies in accounting workflows, handoffs, and communication between teams, and help implement practical improvements that reduce errors, rework, and delays.</li><li>Maintain adherence to accounting standards, internal controls, and company policies while strengthening process documentation and clarifying responsibilities across teams.</li><li>Support internal and external audits by coordinating documentation, responding to inquiries, and assisting with tax-related financial requests.</li><li>Apply sound judgment to prioritize deliverables, take ownership of issue resolution, and escalate matters appropriately.</li></ul>
2026-10-20T00:00:00Z

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