<p><strong>Job Description: Assistant Controller</strong></p><p><strong>Work Arrangement: Onsite daily</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Position Overview:</strong> We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented <strong>Assistant Controller</strong> to join our finance and accounting team. The Assistant Controller will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy of financial records, maintaining subledgers, performing day-to-day accounting tasks, preparing financial statements, and assisting with financial reporting. This role requires a strong grasp of advanced Excel functions, proficiency in Yardi Voyager, and a passion for implementing efficient accounting processes through the development and documentation of standard operating procedures (SOPs).</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage daily accounting activities, including general ledger maintenance, journal entries, reconciliations, and subledger verification.</li><li>Ensure timely and accurate processing of transactions while maintaining compliance with corporate accounting policies and applicable regulations.</li><li>Prepare accurate and timely financial statements and reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.</li><li>Assist in the preparation of variance analyses and management reporting packages.</li><li>Review and monitor subledger accounts to ensure completeness and accuracy.</li><li>Resolve discrepancies and improve the integrity of financial records by performing thorough subledger clean-up efforts.</li><li>Use advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and complex formulas, to analyze data and streamline accounting functions.</li><li>Develop financial models and templates to enhance reporting efficiency.</li><li>Leverage expertise in Yardi Voyager to manage accounts, monitor transactions, generate reports, and support accounting workflows.</li><li>Serve as the go-to resource for troubleshooting issues and ensuring effective system utilization.</li><li>Identify opportunities to enhance accounting processes and internal controls.</li><li>Develop, document, and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) to promote consistency and efficiency within the finance function.</li><li>Work closely with the Controller and other team members to support monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.</li><li>Assist with audits, special projects, and ad-hoc financial requests as needed.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Are you a visionary financial leader with a knack for multi-entity operations, technology integration, and process improvement? If so, we have an excellent opportunity as a <strong>Group Controller</strong> for a well-established and growing distribution organization. Our client prides itself on fostering a collaborative culture and values-driven growth backed by acquisitions.</p><p><br></p><p>Reporting to the CFO and leading a team of 7-10 staff, this is a unique opportunity to lead change within a company that supports career development and values innovation. We're looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced yet supportive environment and who brings a combination of technical expertise, leadership acumen, and a collaborative spirit.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What is in it for you?</strong></p><ul><li>Low Turnover with Tenured Teams: Be part of a stable environment where existing teams have deep industry knowledge and long-standing relationships.</li><li>Growth Through Acquisitions: Join a company that’s expanding operations strategically, creating opportunities for internal career advancement.</li><li>Career Development: Become a key player in an organization that prioritizes investing in employees' growth and upward mobility.</li><li>Technology-Driven: Lead the charge in automating financial reporting and implementing ERP/dashboards for smarter, faster decision-making.</li></ul><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><strong>Accounting and Financial Reporting (ASPE)</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee financial reporting across Canadian and US business units, ensuring timely, accurate, and insights-driven consolidation on a monthly, quarterly, trailing 12-month, and annual basis.</li><li>Conduct robust variance analyses and close month-end processes within 10 business days, including workbook updates and intercompany reconciliations.</li><li>Oversee inventory valuation considerations (e.g., tariffs, landed costs, purchase discounts) and performance metrics across numerous product lines.</li></ul><p><strong>Tax Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Manage corporate tax reporting and timely compliance across Canada and the United States, including transfer pricing arrangements.</li><li>Collaborate with external tax advisors on complex filings for federal, state/provincial, and local requirements.</li></ul><p><strong>Strategic Financial Initiatives</strong></p><ul><li>Support M& A due diligence, post-acquisition integration, and financial modeling for strategic growth initiatives.</li><li>Forecast trends in working capital, backlogs, pricing margins, and customer/supplier behavior to optimize business decisions.</li><li>Drive cost reduction via operational synergies during integrations.</li></ul><p><strong>Technology Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Spearhead ERP system implementations, creating real-time KPI dashboards for more efficient decision-making.</li><li>Leverage AI and automation tools (e.g., BI tools, Expensify) to streamline tasks while maintaining rigorous controls.</li></ul><p><strong>Management & Collaboration</strong></p><ul><li>Partner with cross-functional teams (sales, operations, IT) to align financial strategy with broader business objectives.</li><li>Simplify communication of financial insights for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for investment management and operational excellence? Robert Half is seeking a skilled <strong>Portfolio Administrator</strong> on behalf of our client, a reputable and well-established investment management firm. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in ensuring operational accuracy and supporting client service for a high-performing team within the financial services industry.</p><p><br></p><p>In this position, you will be responsible for tasks such as client onboarding, daily reconciliations, pooled fund trading oversight, and ensuring compliance with regulatory processes. If you have a client-focused mindset, deep financial knowledge, and impeccable attention to detail, we encourage you to apply today.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and maintain accurate reports for clients, management, and internal stakeholders.</li><li>Facilitate client onboarding by managing account opening documentation and ensuring compliance with KYC and FATCA requirements.</li><li>Handle client requests with professionalism and accuracy, including correspondence and reporting.</li><li>Reconcile daily transactions between internal systems and custodians for accuracy and efficiency.</li><li>Provide support for pooled fund activities, including trade tracking, NAV (Net Asset Value) calculations, and financial reporting processes.</li><li>Review trade allocations to ensure compliance and accuracy while adhering to firm and regulatory guidelines.</li><li>Assist in drafting and distributing client communications, as well as supporting regulatory filings and internal recordkeeping efforts.</li><li>Coordinate presentations, client events, and other related activities as needed.</li></ul><p> </p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>This Financial Controller opportunity with our client downtown Toronto will be responsible for overseeing all financial and accounting functions at the company. The ideal candidate will have no less than 10 years of progressive accounting experience within a professional services firm, demonstrating strong leadership, sound judgment, and an in-depth understanding of accounting practices. This role is integral to the Firm’s financial management, compliance, and operational success.</p><p><br></p><p>• Liaise with the MP to support and execute the Firm’s operational and financial </p><p>initiatives.</p><p>• Manage the accounting department, including supervision and mentorship of </p><p>accounting clerks.</p><p>• Oversee all accounting functions, including:</p><p>o Billing & Collections</p><p>o Trust Accounting</p><p>o Accounts Receivable (A/R) and Accounts Payable (A/P)</p><p>o Bank Reconciliations</p><p>• Ensure compliance with Law Society of Ontario (LSO) and Canada Revenue </p><p>Agency (CRA) regulations applicable to the Firm and its lawyers.</p><p>• Assist with LawPro management, renewals, updates, and LSO annual filings.</p><p>• Participate in management meetings with the Managing Partner and Partnership, </p><p>as required.</p><p>• Collaborate with the Firm’s external accountants for corporate tax filings and yearend reporting (T3, T4, T5013).</p><p>• Support the transition to new accounting, billing, or practice management software, </p><p>including system selection, implementation, training, and vendor coordination.</p><p>• Work with the Managing Partner to formalize and enhance the Firm’s accounting </p><p>policies, procedures, and reporting processes.</p><p>• Promote compliance across the Firm by communicating accounting procedures </p><p>and monitoring lawyer billing and collections.</p><p>• Liaise with clients and vendors regarding invoicing, fee payments, and overdue </p><p>accounts.</p><p>• Prepare and manage Profit & Loss (P& L) and Balance Sheet statements.</p><p>• Prepare monthly cash flow forecasts and detailed financial reports for the </p><p>Managing Partner and Founding Partner, including cash positions for both general </p><p>and trust accounts</p>
