10 results for Compliance Manager in Kitchener, ON

Payroll Supervisor/Manager/Director

Waterloo, ON
onsite
Permanent
85000.00 - 95000.00 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced payroll leader to oversee payroll operations for a large unionized workforce in Waterloo, Ontario. This position is responsible for guiding the payroll team, maintaining accurate and timely pay processing, and ensuring compliance with legislative, financial, and organizational requirements. The successful candidate will strengthen day-to-day operations, support staff development, and help translate collective agreement updates into consistent payroll practices. Responsibilities: • Oversee end-to-end payroll activities, including regular bi-weekly runs, off-cycle payments, adjustments, and exception resolution, while maintaining a high level of accuracy. • Guide and support Payroll Specialists and Payroll Administrators by setting priorities, assigning work, and resolving operational issues efficiently. • Coordinate the payroll implementation of collective agreement changes in partnership with internal stakeholders to ensure consistent application. • Review employee payroll records, grid placements, garnishment processing, and audit activities to protect data accuracy and confidentiality. • Authorize payroll-related financial outputs such as journal entries, banking files, and general ledger summaries to support accurate reporting and payment release. • Ensure year-end payroll obligations are completed properly, including the preparation and distribution of T4s and Records of Employment. • Monitor employee and stakeholder payroll inquiries, address escalated matters, and maintain a strong service standard across the function. • Maintain compliance with applicable federal and provincial legislation, union requirements, remittance obligations, internal controls, and audit standards. • Coach, mentor, and evaluate payroll staff through onboarding, training, performance reviews, and development planning, while adjusting team capacity as needed. • Promote safe workplace practices, support incident reporting expectations, and contribute to a healthy office environment with occasional travel as required.
2026-06-19T20:38:45Z

Director of Finance & Administration

Hamilton, ON
onsite
Permanent
160000.00 - 180000.00 CAD / Yearly
Our client, a rapidly growing, multi-entity organization, is seeking a Director of Finance & Administration to join their senior leadership team. Based in Hamilton (fully onsite), this role offers a unique opportunity to play a key part in shaping the financial and operational strategy across the Canadian business. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on, collaborative finance leader who thrives in a high-growth environment and is eager to influence both financial performance and organizational development. The role offers strong visibility, career progression, and the chance to contribute meaningfully to business expansion and M& A initiatives across Canada. Why Join<ul><li>Be part of a high-growth organization with expansion plans across Canada</li><li>Work closely onsite with executive leadership, driving real-time decision-making and collaboration</li><li>Lead and mentor a growing team, with clear opportunities for career advancement</li><li>Play a key role in strategic initiatives, including M& A and integration</li></ul>Key ResponsibilitiesFinance Leadership<ul><li>Lead the Canadian finance team through a multi-entity monthly close in accordance with US GAAP</li><li>Oversee journal entries, reconciliations, and financial accuracy</li><li>Partner with leadership to develop annual budgets and forecasts</li><li>Deliver monthly and quarterly reporting, including financial statements, job costing, and rolling forecasts</li><li>Analyze variances, develop forecasts, and provide actionable insights</li><li>Identify and track key business KPIs to drive performance</li><li>Support treasury activities and cash management</li><li>Oversee national payroll processing, ensuring compliance and efficiency</li></ul>HR, Compliance & Operations<ul><li>Act as the key liaison with HR, supporting culture, policies, and employee programs</li><li>Lead compliance efforts across the Canadian operations</li><li>Manage relationships with external legal, tax, and regulatory partners</li><li>Oversee risk management, insurance programs, and workplace safety initiatives</li></ul>M& A & Strategic Growth<ul><li>Support end-to-end M& A activities, including evaluation, diligence, and integration</li><li>Lead financial and operational integration of acquired entities</li><li>Provide strategic insights to guide business growth and decision-making</li></ul>Compensation & Benefits<ul><li>Competitive base salary + performance incentives</li><li>Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits</li><li>Retirement savings plan with company match</li><li>Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities</li></ul>If you’re a driven finance leader looking to make a meaningful impact within a collaborative, growth-focused organization, this is an outstanding opportunity to take the next step in your career.
2026-06-23T18:23:44Z

Accounting Manager/Supervisor

Cambridge, ON
onsite
Permanent
90000.00 - 110000.00 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounting Manager/Supervisor to lead day-to-day accounting operations for a growing remanufacturing business in Cambridge, Ontario. This position oversees a small accounting team and supports accurate reporting across multiple entities, helping leadership make informed financial decisions. The successful candidate will bring strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgement, and a practical leadership style that encourages accountability and collaboration. This is an on-site job. Responsibilities:• Lead, coach, and support a small accounting team to ensure work is completed accurately and on schedule.• Prepare monthly and year-end financial statements and maintain reliable reporting for leadership across several related entities.• Oversee the month-end close process, including reviews, reconciliations, and follow-up on outstanding items.• Monitor intercompany activity and ensure transactions between entities are recorded and reconciled properly.• Contribute to budgeting and forecasting activities by organizing financial data and building reports in Excel.• Manage compliance-related accounting duties, including remittances, filings, and adherence to reporting deadlines.• Liaise with external auditors and other third-party advisors by providing documentation and responding to financial inquiries.• Support the accounting needs of a multi-entity environment, including a U.S. operation and foreign exchange impacts handled within the system.• Strengthen accounting processes and help transition selected responsibilities from ownership into the finance function as needed.
2026-06-02T16:38:48Z

Senior Tax Manager

Guelph, ON
onsite
Permanent
125000.00 - 145000.00 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Tax Manager to join a mid-sized public accounting team in Guelph, Ontario. In this role, you will guide complex tax planning and advisory work, oversee a diverse client portfolio, and partner with senior leaders to deliver practical, high-value solutions. This position also plays a key part in developing team capability, strengthening service quality, and supporting the continued growth of the practice. Responsibilities:• Direct tax planning and advisory engagements, working closely with firm leadership to create effective strategies tailored to client needs.• Oversee a portfolio of tax clients by maintaining strong relationships, coordinating deliverables, and ensuring work is completed accurately and on schedule.• Conduct in-depth technical analysis and present clear, well-supported recommendations on tax matters.• Review tax returns and related files prepared by team members to confirm technical accuracy, completeness, and compliance.• Monitor engagement budgets, track variances, and manage billing activities to support strong financial performance.• Provide leadership to Managers and staff through coaching, training, mentorship, and day-to-day guidance.• Foster a collaborative, high-performing team environment through regular feedback, knowledge sharing, and performance support.• Champion practice improvement initiatives that enhance technical consistency, operational efficiency, and service quality across the firm.• Contribute to business growth by identifying new opportunities, supporting cross-service collaboration, and representing the firm in the market.
2026-06-17T16:58:44Z

Financial Consultant

Halton Hills, ON
remote
Contract / Temporary
55.41 - 64.16 CAD / Hourly
Job DescriptionRobert Half is seeking a Financial Consultant for a short-term project opportunity supporting a comprehensive funding and operational review within the charitable and not-for-profit sector. This role is ideal for a consultant with strong experience in charitable organizations, not-for-profit accounting, financial compliance, audit, and funding accountability. The consultant will work alongside a multidisciplinary team to assess funding structures, reporting requirements, financial restrictions, operational risks, and internal processes, while helping develop practical tools and recommendations for leadership. This opportunity is primarily remote with fractional hours over 60 days. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Review funding agreements, contribution agreements, service accountability agreements, and related contracts to identify financial obligations, restrictions, and operational impacts</li><li>Classify funding sources as restricted or unrestricted, including analysis of allowable and non-allowable expenses</li><li>Assess financial and operational constraints tied to funding, including surplus/deficit treatment, reserve requirements, and staffing limitations</li><li>Analyze reporting obligations, compliance requirements, documentation standards, and funder accountability expectations</li><li>Evaluate internal processes related to funding tracking, compliance oversight, and financial management</li><li>Identify financial, operational, compliance, and sustainability risks</li><li>Support the development of practical tools, frameworks, and recommendations for leadership use</li><li>Participate in stakeholder discussions to validate findings and support organizational understanding</li><li>Contribute to reports, presentations, and project deliverables</li></ul>
2026-06-25T13:23:40Z

Financial Controller

Statford, ON
onsite
Permanent
130000.00 - 160000.00 CAD / Yearly
Our client is seeking a Financial Controller to lead the accounting and financial oversight function. This role is responsible for delivering accurate financial reporting, supporting regulatory filings, and guiding planning activities that inform business decisions. The successful candidate will provide hands-on leadership to the finance team while maintaining strong internal controls, cash management practices, and compliance with regulatory reporting obligations. Responsibilities:• Lead monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial reporting, including the preparation and review of consolidated statements and supporting analysis.• Coordinate regulatory and compliance reporting, ensuring submissions are complete, accurate, and aligned with governing requirements.• Direct budgeting and forecasting activities by preparing financial models and overseeing the work produced by finance staff.• Supervise and support a small accounting team, providing guidance, approvals, and quality oversight across day-to-day financial activities.• Review and authorize payroll, invoices, account reconciliations, and other transactions to maintain accuracy and compliance.• Manage treasury operations such as banking activity, cash flow monitoring and forecasting, borrowing needs, and short- and long-term funding planning.• Oversee revenue forecasting by analyzing customer volumes, usage trends, and other operational drivers that affect financial performance.• Maintain and strengthen financial controls, policies, and procedures, and support audit activities by coordinating documentation and responses with external partners.• Monitor financial systems and reporting tools to support efficient processes, including oversight related to recently implemented platforms and ongoing system use.
2026-06-15T16:48:43Z

Assistant Controller

Cambridge (south), ON
onsite
Permanent
110000.00 - 120000.00 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to join our team in south Cambridge, Ontario. This role is ideal for someone with strong attention to detail in financial matters who thrives in managing complex accounting processes and contributing to the financial stability of a dynamic organization. You will play a key role in overseeing project accounting, treasury, and payroll functions, while ensuring compliance with legal agreements and financial regulations. Responsibilities:• Manage monthly financial close processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting.• Oversee project accounting including job costing for multiple active projects ranging from short-term to multi-year durations, ensuring proper tracking, WIP reporting, and compliance.• Lead treasury functions, including cash forecasting, banking negotiations, and lease management.• Administer union agreements and payroll complexities across various geographic locations.• Monitor and manage lien processes and holdbacks to ensure compliance with provincial regulations.• Drive efficiency improvements in accounting processes and systems, including integrating field payroll into the Eclipse system.• Collaborate on special projects to enhance forecasting and streamline operations.• Maintain oversight of multiple operational and holding entities to ensure accurate financial reporting.• Support year-end audit processes and work closely with external auditors to finalize reports.
2026-06-17T14:43:50Z

Assistant Controller

Hamilton, ON
onsite
Permanent
100000.00 - 120000.00 CAD / Yearly
Our client is seeking a hands-on Assistant Controller to support the Controller and oversee the day-to-day accounting operations of a growing project-based environment. This is a great opportunity for an energetic accounting professional who enjoys both technical accounting and team leadership within a collaborative, growth-oriented private-equity environment. As the Assistant Controller, ou will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial reporting, strengthening processes, and supporting strategic decision-making. Key ResponsibilitiesAccounting Operations & Leadership<ul><li>Supervise and mentor a small accounting team, including junior accountants and clerks</li><li>Review journal entries, reconciliations, and transactional work for accuracy and completeness</li><li>Manage workflow, priorities, and deadlines across the accounting function</li></ul>Financial Reporting & General Ledger<ul><li>Oversee the full-cycle accounting process and general ledger integrity</li><li>Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements</li><li>Lead month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Analyze variances and provide insights to management</li><li>Maintain strong internal controls and adherence to accounting policies</li></ul>A/P, A/R & Cash Management<ul><li>Oversee accounts payable and receivable functions, including payments, invoicing, and collections</li><li>Monitor aging reports and support cash flow optimization</li><li>Reconcile bank accounts and manage daily cash activity</li><li>Assist with cash flow forecasting, debt tracking, and treasury activities</li></ul>Payroll & Expenses<ul><li>Review payroll processing and related reconciliations</li><li>Coordinate with HR on benefits, deductions, and compliance</li><li>Oversee employee expense reporting</li></ul>Budgeting & AnalysisSupport the preparation of budgets and forecasts<ul><li>Track actual results vs. budget and provide actionable insights</li><li>Assist leadership with financial analysis and reporting</li></ul>Audit & Compliance<ul><li>Prepare audit schedules and support external auditors and tax advisors</li><li>Ensure compliance with ASPE and regulatory requirements</li></ul>Process Improvement & Systems<ul><li>Identify opportunities to improve processes and enhance efficiencies</li><li>Support system optimization or implementation initiatives</li><li>Strengthen internal controls and reporting capabilities</li></ul>Why Join<ul><li>Hybrid work environment (4 days in office)</li><li>Opportunity to step into a leadership role with strong exposure to senior management</li><li>Growing organization with opportunities to improve processes and make an impact</li><li>Supportive and collaborative team environment</li></ul>
2026-06-12T17:58:45Z

Part Time Controller

Cambridge, ON
onsite
Contract / Temporary
55.00 - 58.00 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Part Time Controller to support the financial operations of a sports organization in Cambridge, Ontario. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for a finance specialist who can provide steady leadership across reporting, forecasting, cash oversight, and compliance while partnering closely with management. The role offers a hands-on opportunity to guide accounting activities, strengthen financial visibility, and help maintain accurate, timely reporting across the business. Responsibilities: • Lead day-to-day accounting and finance activities, providing direction to staff and coordinating effectively with the broader accounting function. • Partner with leadership to develop budgets, update forecasts, and prepare Excel-based financial analysis covering sales, information technology, operations, and operating costs. • Build and maintain rolling 12-month cash flow projections by evaluating incoming funds, outgoing payments, payroll commitments, tax obligations, and other liquidity needs. • Oversee cash usage for payroll, supplier payments, tax remittances, and month-end fund transfers while ensuring appropriate financial control. • Prepare monthly and annual financial reporting, manage close timelines, and support the delivery of accurate financial statements. • Reconcile inventory records to the general ledger at month-end, investigate variances, and post journal entries as needed, including off-site and in-transit inventory adjustments and foreign exchange revaluations. • Support tax and regulatory activities, including corporate tax payment coordination, sales tax filings, annual remuneration reporting, and related year-end audit documentation. • Administer payment approvals, assist with insurance renewals and certificates, and coordinate financial records related to leases, intercompany balances, duty drawback submissions, tariff analysis, and other ad hoc reporting needs.
2026-06-10T21:18:40Z

Controller

Burlington, ON
onsite
Permanent
120000.00 - 140000.00 CAD / Yearly
Our client, a large, publicly traded global manufacturing organization, is seeking a Controller to join their leadership team. This is a highly visible role offering strong career progression within a values-driven, growth-oriented environment.This opportunity is ideal for a hands-on finance leader who thrives in a collaborative, onsite setting, partnering closely with operations and senior leadership to drive performance and continuous improvement. This position is based in Burlington, ON and is 100% onsite. Why This Role?<ul><li>Onsite collaboration with operations and executive leadership</li><li>Clear career growth path </li><li>Exposure to cross-border (Canada & U.S.) operations</li><li>Work within a large-scale, publicly traded manufacturing environment</li><li>Opportunity to drive ERP optimization and process improvements</li></ul>Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Close<ul><li>Lead the month-end close and consolidation across multiple entities</li><li>Prepare and review financial statements, KPIs, and variance analysis</li><li>Ensure balance sheet integrity and compliance with corporate policies</li><li>Support audit, tax compliance, and regulatory requirements (Canada & U.S.)</li></ul>FP& A & Business Partnering<ul><li>Partner with operational leaders to support strategic decision-making</li><li>Deliver budgeting, forecasting, and trend analysis</li><li>Evaluate costing, pricing, and capital investments</li></ul>Cash Flow & Working Capital<ul><li>Oversee cash management, AP, and payment cycles</li><li>Maintain strong controls and deliver accurate cash flow forecasting</li></ul>Leadership & Collaboration<ul><li>Lead and develop the accounting team</li><li>Foster a high-performance, collaborative onsite culture</li><li>Drive succession planning and team development</li></ul>Controls & Process Improvement<ul><li>Strengthen internal controls and governance frameworks</li><li>Identify and implement process and efficiency improvements</li></ul>Manufacturing Finance & Systems<ul><li>Own standard costing, cost rolls, and variance analysis</li><li>Support ERP enhancements (JD Edwards preferred)</li><li>Partner with operations on inventory, production, and cost optimization</li></ul>Additional Details<ul><li>10–15% travel across North American plant locations</li><li>Highly visible role with direct exposure to senior leadership</li></ul>If you’re a driven finance leader looking for a hands-on, onsite role with meaningful impact and long-term career growth, we’d love to connect.
2026-06-25T16:43:51Z