<p>Technical Accounting Consultant – Securitization & Derivatives</p><p>Contract: 6–12 months</p><p>Work Model: Hybrid – 3 days onsite / 2 days remote</p><p>Start: ASAP</p><p>About the Role</p><p>Our client (Financial Services) is seeking a hands-on Technical Accounting Consultant to lead the accounting analysis, documentation, and implementation for structured finance transactions. The mandate covers securitizations, derivatives, hedge accounting, and the design/assessment of Special Purpose Entities (SPEs/SPVs). You will partner with Treasury, Capital Markets, Legal, Risk, and External Audit to deliver the end-to-end accounting workstream—from scoping and technical memos to journal entries, disclosures, and control readiness.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Lead accounting assessment and treatment for securitization (asset segregation, eligibility, overcollateralization, substitution).</li><li>Provide accounting treatment and setting up of SPEs under IFRS 9.</li><li>Draft/own technical accounting position papers and whitepapers supporting management judgments and auditor review.</li><li>Design and validate accounting entries for issuance, periodic remittances, excess spread, fees, amortization, and unwind.</li><li>Develop statutory and management disclosures </li><li>Derivatives & Hedge Accounting</li><li>Structure and document fair value and cash flow hedges for interest rate and cross-currency exposures (IFRS 9).</li><li>Draft hedge designations, hedge effectiveness methodology, prospective/retrospective assessments, and de-designations.</li><li>Coordinate with Treasury and Valuation teams on derivative measurement, and P&L impacts</li></ul>
<p>Are you ready to elevate your finance career with a team that values onsite collaboration and strategic impact? Our client is undisputed the leader in their industry and is seeking a driven <strong>Finance Director</strong> to lead the Canadian District Finance function for a global company, working side-by-side with Senior executives, Sales leaders, and Operations to drive success across the business. <strong>This is NOT an accounting position</strong>, but rather an exciting Finance Business Partner role to be the right-hand person of the Canadian President and the local Executive team. The ideal candidate is a CPA or MBA who has demonstrated strong leadership and Finance Business Partnership for large sales-oriented organizations. As a CPA or MBA, you have the technical knowledge to understand and interpret the numbers, but your career has progressed well beyond debits and credits. You are a strategic Finance Director who will interpret financial results to assess the business and drive it forward.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Act as the Finance Business Partner to the Canada District Leadership team and field sales group, providing insights that shape business strategy and outcomes.</li><li>Review monthly financial results and prepare comprehensive analysis and summary reports for division leaders, including the Sr. Finance Director, Sr. VP Finance and President.</li><li>Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team —supporting their growth and career advancement.</li><li>Prepare and present monthly financial reporting packages for VP Sales, District leaders, and supporting teams.</li><li>Partner with VP Sales and District leaders to establish best-practice, data-driven budgets for all locations and Sales Representatives.</li><li>Periodically visit locations across Canada and District offices to ensure accurate accounting procedures, robust controls, and a clear understanding of district performance.</li><li>Deliver timely, actionable reporting on credit and accounts receivable management to Division Management.</li><li>Assist in overseeing working capital, including accounts receivable and inventory, supporting a healthy financial organization.</li><li>Provide key reporting and analysis on pricing, highlighting progress, opportunities, and pricing governance.</li><li>Contribute to special projects and strategic initiatives as directed by the Division Sr. Finance Director.</li></ul><p><strong>Why Join Us?</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Onsite Collaboration:</strong> Shape strategy and culture with visibility and influence at the local and divisional level.</li><li><strong>Career Growth:</strong> The Finance Director has a clear path to the top Finance position in Canada within 12 months.</li><li><strong>Leadership: </strong>Mentor junior talent, expand your leadership skills, and take ownership of impactful business challenges.</li><li><strong>Strategic Partnership:</strong> Be a trusted advisor and business partner to Sales, Operations, and Executive teams—your recommendations will have real business impact.</li><li><strong>Dynamic Environment:</strong> Thrive in a fast-paced, results-oriented culture that recognizes initiative and dedicatio</li></ul>
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a client seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Financial Accountant to join their dedicated finance team. This position plays a central role in managing full-cycle accounting processes, payroll administration, trust fund management, and financial reporting within a long-term care environment. The ideal candidate ensures compliance with regulations, supports budgeting and audit preparation, and enhances the financial integrity of the organization.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Administer bi-weekly payroll, including pay adjustments, retroactive payments, special payments, and exceptions</li><li>Calculate severance payments and reconcile associated general ledger accounts</li><li>Manage regular remittances to third parties for benefits, union dues, pension plans, and garnishments</li><li>Support payroll year-end processes and related reporting</li><li>Handle payroll and benefits accounting, including journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and GL account analysis</li><li>Maintain payroll documentation and ensure compliance with employment standards and collective agreements</li><li>Respond to inquiries from staff, auditors, and external parties</li><li>Process vendor invoices, maintain vendor records, and prepare payment runs</li><li>Support accounts receivable functions, issue invoices, apply payments, monitor aging reports, and resolve billing issues</li><li>Maintain resident trust account records, process deposits/withdrawals, and prepare monthly reconciliations and reports</li><li>Prepare and post journal entries, complete bank and petty cash reconciliations, and support month-end/year-end close</li><li>Assist with financial reporting, audit preparation, internal controls, and budgeting</li><li>Track capital project expenditures and funding streams</li><li>Support special projects and evolving finance needs as assigned</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Are you an experienced accounting professional ready for your next leadership challenge? Our client, an industry leader, is seeking a skilled Accounting Manager to serve as the head finance. This is a full-time, onsite opportunity with a very stable company.</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Oversee all accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger.</li><li>Lead the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.</li><li>Prepare and review monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements, ensuring compliance with Canadian accounting standards.</li><li>Prepare month-end financial consolidating reports.</li><li>Establish and maintain strong internal controls and accounting policies to safeguard company assets.</li><li>Ensure compliance with Canadian tax regulations (e.g., GST/HST, corporate income tax) and other statutory requirements.</li><li>Coordinate with external auditors and assist in the annual audit process including audit schedules preparation.</li><li>Provide financial analysis and support for budgeting and forecasting activities.</li><li>Manage accounting staff aiding in the development of the team’s growth, skillset and knowledge of the work being performed. </li><li>Develop strong relationships with Operating personnel gaining a strong understanding of the Company’s operations leading to the development of internal management reports aiding in business decisions by all departments.</li><li>Perform monthly reconciliations for Balance Sheet and Income Statement accounts to ensure balances are accurate and properly supported.</li><li>Maintain strong communication with the Company’s banking relationships ensuring full compliance with monthly and annual requirements including bank reporting and debt covenant calculations.</li><li>Monitor daily cash activities across all entities and accounts and perform cash projections for future cash inflows and outflows ensuring the Company has proper levels of liquidity and working capital.</li><li>Champion the documentation of policies and procedures across all areas of the Accounting Departments including Accounts Payable, Invoicing, Accounts Receivable, etc. </li></ul>
We are looking for a dedicated Financial Analyst to join a dynamic team within the education sector in Thornhill, Ontario. In this role, you will play a key part in maintaining financial accuracy, supporting audits, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and have a passion for financial management, we encourage you to apply.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process monthly childcare fees and perform reconciliations to ensure accurate and timely financial records.<br>• Prepare and reconcile government grants, facilitating monthly revenue drawdowns and meeting reporting requirements.<br>• Assist in budgeting for individual centres and contribute to the preparation of financial statements.<br>• Support audits by compiling necessary worksheets, samples, and documentation for external and government reviews.<br>• Collaborate on payroll tasks, including coding of timesheets and reconciliation, to ensure payroll accuracy.<br>• Provide ad-hoc support for the finance team, contributing to special projects and assignments.<br>• Work closely with colleagues to uphold compliance with internal policies and regulatory standards.<br>• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement solutions to enhance financial operations.<br>• Maintain strong communication with stakeholders across the organization to facilitate efficient financial workflows.
<p>We are seeking a detail-oriented and hands-on <strong>Senior Accountant</strong> with a minimum of 5+ years of experience in full-cycle accounting. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise, solid ERP experience, and the ability to support financial analysis and reporting requirements.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage and perform full-cycle accounting (AP, AR, GL, journal entries, accruals, reconciliations)</li><li>Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial statements</li><li>Perform detailed financial analysis and reporting to support management decision-making</li><li>Conduct cost and variance analysis and provide actionable insights</li><li>Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Manage government remittances (HST/GST, payroll taxes, and other statutory filings)</li><li>Support and collaborate with external auditors during year-end audits</li><li>Maintain and improve accounting processes and internal controls</li><li>Utilize ERP systems and advanced Excel tools for reporting, analysis, and data management</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Our client, in West GTA, a leading organization experiencing significant growth, is seeking a highly strategic <strong>Director of Finance</strong> to oversee all financial operations and guide the company’s long‑term financial health. This senior leader will partner closely with the President and executive team to drive performance, strengthen financial management, and support sustainable expansion.</p><p>The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in financial strategy, budgeting, compliance, and team leadership—paired with the ability to enhance systems, manage risk, and ensure the organization is positioned for continued success.</p>
<p>We are looking for a skilled Workday Financial Analyst to join our team in North York, Ontario. This 6 month contract position requires an individual with expertise in Workday Financials and a solid background in accounting and finance. You will play a key role in ensuring the effective implementation, optimization, and enhancement of financial processes within the Workday system.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>Workday Financials Implementation & Optimization</p><ul><li>Support the implementation and continuous improvement of Workday Financial modules, including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Banking & Settlement, Expenses, Procurement, and Business Assets.</li><li>Translate accounting requirements into functional specifications, ensuring Workday configuration aligns with GAAP, internal controls, and month‑end close needs.</li><li>Participate in design workshops, documenting current‑state vs. future‑state processes and identifying automation opportunities across financial workflows.</li><li>Configure or support configuration of key finance components such as ledger setup, accounting rules, spend categories, suppliers, expense policies, payment elections, tax settings, asset books, and intercompany rules.</li></ul><p>Testing & UAT Leadership</p><ul><li>Develop detailed test plans, test scripts, and traceability matrices for financial processes throughout the implementation lifecycle.</li><li>Lead System Integration Testing (SIT) and coordinate User Acceptance Testing (UAT) with Accounting and Finance teams.</li><li>Validate accounting entries, posting logic, system calculations, and integrations to ensure accuracy and compliance with financial standards.</li><li>Document defects, manage remediation cycles, and ensure system readiness for deployment.</li></ul><p>Finance Reporting & Analytics</p><ul><li>Build and maintain Workday Financial Reports, including:</li><li>Transaction‑level reports (journals, spend, supplier activity)</li><li>Month‑end close reports</li><li>Audit and compliance reports</li><li>Management dashboards</li><li>Create calculated fields, custom reports, composite/matrix reports, and ad‑hoc analytics required by Controllers, FP&A, and internal audit.</li><li>Enhance financial visibility by improving reporting structures, account hierarchies, and Workday dashboards used by Finance leadership.</li></ul><p>Finance Operations Support</p><ul><li>Ensure data integrity across financial objects including COA, cost centers, projects, customers, suppliers, banks, and accounting journals.</li><li>Support month‑end and year‑end close activities by validating Workday processes and troubleshooting system‑related issues.</li><li>Assist with integration testing for financial interfaces (e.g., banking files, ERP feeds, payroll accounting, expense reimbursements).</li><li>Review and maintain Workday accounting rules to ensure transactions post correctly to the ledger.</li></ul><p>Change Management & Stakeholder Support</p><ul><li>Provide training, documentation, and go‑live support for Finance teams.</li><li>Partner with cross‑functional groups such as Procurement, Payroll, HR, and IT to ensure end‑to‑end financial process alignment.</li><li>Participate in release management by reviewing Workday bi‑annual updates, assessing financial impacts, and coordinating validation.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Robert Half is looking for an experienced Finance Manager for a Not for Profit client in Toronto. This role involves supporting financial operations, ensuring accurate reporting, and assisting with audits. Working arrangement is on site 3 days/week for 6 months. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Support the organization's financial operations by preparing and running management reports.</p><p>• Conduct month-end close processes, ensuring all transactions are recorded accurately and in compliance with standards.</p><p>• Perform account reconciliations to maintain the integrity of financial records.</p><p>• Assist with year-end financial activities and audits, providing necessary documentation and support.</p><p>• Document financial processes and workflows to establish clear guidelines for future use.</p><p>• Utilize Sage 300 software to manage financial data and reporting.</p><p>• Collaborate with the finance team to address operational challenges and improve efficiency.</p><p>• Provide coverage during staff vacations, ensuring seamless financial operations.</p><p>• Identify areas for improvement within financial systems and propose actionable solutions.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and organizational policies.</p>
<p>Our client is a global publicly traded manufacturing company. As a result of exciting growth, they are adding a new position to the Canadian Finance Team. As <strong>Junior Accounting Manager</strong>, you will play a key role in managing accounting activities for North American business entities. Reporting to the NA Manager, your responsibilities will include:</p><p><br></p><p><strong>General Accounting</strong></p><ul><li>Manage day-to-day accounting activities: journal entries, provisions, general ledger maintenance, cost accounting, and financial reporting.</li><li>Act as liaison between NA Business Units, Shared Services, and Corporate functions.</li><li>Perform account reconciliations and variance analysis for balance sheet and P&L accounts.</li><li>Prepare financial statements and support internal/external audits.</li><li>Ensure compliance with accounting regulations and maintain internal controls.</li><li>Oversee accounting processes performed by external partners for accuracy.</li><li>Support tax reporting and provide financial data as required.</li></ul><p><strong>Monthly & Year-End Closing</strong></p><ul><li>Manage monthly closing activities with accuracy and timeliness.</li><li>Resolve issues impacting month-end close and communicate results to stakeholders.</li><li>Prepare internal and external reports for business units, corporate consolidation, and tax authorities.</li></ul><p><strong>Process Optimization</strong></p><ul><li>Participate in end-to-end projects, including requirements gathering, testing, and implementation.</li><li>Drive process improvements and automation in collaboration with Finance, Operations, and IT.</li><li>Analyze financial data to identify discrepancies and opportunities for optimization.</li></ul><p><strong>What is in it for You?</strong></p><ul><li>Strong compensation package including bonus, company-paid benefits from Day 1, company pension, paid vacation & personal days, CPA dues, PD and tuition reimbursement.</li><li>Hybrid work arrangement.</li><li>Opportunity to work for a large global publicly traded company.</li><li>Exciting future career growth.</li></ul>
<p>We are looking for an experienced International Tax Manager to join our clients team in the Greater Toronto Area. In this role, you will oversee a range of tax-related activities to ensure compliance, accuracy, and efficiency in financial operations. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in transfer pricing, tax analysis, reporting, and documentation while contributing to strategic planning and decision-making.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare transfer pricing documentation and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.</p><p>• Coordinate and review foreign income tax filings and payments, ensuring accuracy.</p><p>• Develop and manage tax estimates for quarterly forecasts and annual budgets.</p><p>• Maintain surplus calculations and ensure proper documentation.</p><p>• Conduct research on various tax matters, including income tax and Global Minimum Tax regulations.</p><p>• Liaise with tax authorities, addressing audit inquiries and resolving issues.</p><p>• Assist in tax due diligence processes for potential acquisitions.</p><p>• Prepare quarterly tax provisions for non-Canadian entities, including detailed calculations and reconciliations.</p><p>• Deliver tax presentations and contribute to special projects as needed.</p>
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a client downtown Toronto seeking a knowledgeable and forward-thinking Director of Accounting. This is a full-time, senior leadership opportunity for an accomplished accounting professional who thrives on building robust financial frameworks and supporting strategic organizational objectives.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee all corporate accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, financial reporting, and compliance.</li><li>Direct the monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes to ensure accurate and timely financial results.</li><li>Lead the design and implementation of accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to support organizational governance and mitigate risk.</li><li>Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements, including audit preparation and coordination with external auditors.</li><li>Manage the development of annual budgets and periodic forecasts, collaborating with cross-functional leaders.</li><li>Analyze and present financial results and recommendations to executive leadership to inform organizational strategy.</li><li>Implement process improvements, automation initiatives, and digital transformation efforts within the accounting function.</li><li>Mentor and develop a high-performing accounting team, fostering professional growth, collaboration, and operational excellence.</li></ul><p><br></p>
