<p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Controller</p><p><strong>Overview:</strong></p><p>Robert Half is seeking a hands-on Controller for a manufacturing client. In this role, you will manage accounting responsibilities across several affiliated businesses, including distribution, manufacturing, salons, and holding companies. The ideal candidate has proven experience preparing financial statements, is highly proficient in NetSuite, and has strong Inventory/BOM (Bill of Materials) knowledge. This individual excels at meeting critical deadlines and communicating across teams to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant financials.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>· Oversee and execute daily accounting operations, managing separate books for multiple entities.</p><p>· Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with company policy and industry standards.</p><p>· Drive the monthly close process, ensuring deadlines are met (e.g., month-end financials completed on schedule).</p><p>· Maintain and reconcile Inventory and Bill of Materials (BOM) records, coordinating closely with distribution and manufacturing teams.</p><p>· Make and post journal entries, reconcile general ledger accounts, and address all accounting tasks to ensure thoroughness.</p><p>· Maintain compliance and documentation across diverse business activities (distributors, manufacturing facilities, salons, holding companies).</p><p>· Proactively communicate status, identify risks or delays, and work collaboratively to resolve issues.</p><p>· Utilize NetSuite for all core financial operations—including reporting, recordkeeping, and inventory/BOM management.</p><p>· Partner with other departments to collect needed information and clarify financial activities.</p><p><br></p>
<p>Our client, partnered with Robert Half, is seeking a talented Controller to manage all accounting and financial reporting activities for two operating companies. This is an excellent career opportunity for an experienced financial leader looking to drive process improvement, ensure compliance, and contribute strategically to a high-performing organization.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Perform all accounting and financial reporting activities related to two operating companies, including consolidations.</p><p>• Oversee accounting operations, including month-end close, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger activities to ensure accurate and timely financial processes.</p><p>• Prepare monthly financial statements and supporting balance sheet schedules in compliance with accounting standards (ASPE).</p><p>• Review and remit bi-weekly and monthly statutory deductions.</p><p>• Establish and maintain strong internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with all tax regulations and other statutory reporting requirements.</p><p>• Coordinate and manage the annual review process.</p><p>• Collaborate with senior management to develop financial strategies and long-term organizational goals.</p><p>• Prepare financial forecasts, including cash flow forecasting.</p><p>• Build strong relationships with business partners to gain a clear understanding of company operations and develop internal management reports that support business decision-making.</p><p>• Maintain banking relationships and ensure compliance with reporting requirements and debt covenant calculations.</p><p>• Drive process improvements and efficiencies through automation.</p><p>• Document policies and procedures across all accounting areas.</p><p>• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>An established multi-national company in the general construction industry is seeking a <strong>Financial Controller</strong> in Vaughan, Ontario. This organization specializes in residential suite upgrades and common area renovations, providing innovative processes, project management expertise, and integrated manufacturing capabilities across Ontario and the United States.</p><p>Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the Controller will oversee all day-to-day financial operations. This includes responsibility for ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, cash flow planning, and long-term financial forecasting. The Controller will also be charged with designing, implementing, and maintaining robust internal controls and will provide financial guidance to senior management.</p><p>Leadership is a key component of this role, as the Controller will coach and support Finance team members across all organizational entities, promoting efficient and effective team operations. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting expertise, attention to detail, and a commitment to continuous improvement in financial processes.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities</u></strong></p><p>· Lead the cash flow planning, reporting, and forecasting.</p><p>· Manage banking including review and approval of payments and transfers.</p><p>· Manage the month end close process.</p><p>· Lead and manage the AR, AP, and Financial accounting teams.</p><p>· Responsible for the performance of the Finance team including day-to-day coaching and performance evaluation and development of each individual.</p><p>· <strong> </strong>Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.</p><p>· Ensure that all financial reporting adheres to GAAP and that internal controls meet generally accepted auditing guidelines.</p><p>· Manage the financial system of the organization ensuring maximum productivity to meet the needs of the business today and in the future.</p><p>· Work closely with Management to provide financial information critical to the success of their areas of responsibility.</p><p>· Support the financial planning and analysis and budgeting processes</p><p>· Provide leadership for the accounting strategy, to optimize the company’s financial performance and strategic position.</p><p>· Manage the year-end process with external accountants, analyze results and develop process improvements based on the results.</p><p>· Ensure compliance with all legal and statutory requirements.</p><p>· Develop internal controls and procedures to protect and safeguard the company’s assets.</p>
<p><strong>Interim Controller / Senior Finance Leader (6 month contract)</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Brantford, ON</p><p><strong>Work Model:</strong> Hybrid (3 days onsite, 2 day remote)</p><p><strong>Duration:</strong> 6 months (potential for extension)</p><p><strong>Overview:</strong></p><p>Our client, a large and established organization, is seeking an interim finance leader to support its accounting function. This role will oversee financial reporting across business units and is ideal for a hands-on senior accounting professional with strong large-company experience in US GAAP, SOX, and multi-entity environments.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee accounting and financial reporting for multiple business units.</li><li>Lead month-end close, including financial statements, journal entries, reconciliations, and balance sheet review</li><li>Manage budgeting, forecasting, and working capital reporting</li><li>Support audit, compliance, and internal control requirements, including SOX</li><li>Handle foreign exchange accounting across Canadian, U.S., and Mexico-based operations</li><li>Lead, mentor, and support a small accounting team through a period of change</li><li>Partner with leadership on reporting, analysis, and process improvement initiatives</li></ul>
We are looking for an experienced Controller to join our team in St. Thomas, Ontario. This role offers the opportunity to lead financial operations and drive process improvements across various accounting and reporting functions. The ideal candidate will excel in partnering with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless financial management and compliance.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage accounts payable and receivable processes, as well as monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closings.<br>• Lead internal financial reporting and group-level reporting to ensure accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Oversee tax-related activities with support from the group's tax resources.<br>• Develop and implement costing strategies, including standard and actual costing, while collaborating with operations and supply chain teams to optimize inventory management, margins, and cost efficiency.<br>• Monitor and analyze profit and loss statements as well as balance sheets.<br>• Partner with HR, operations, supply chain, and sales teams to align financial processes with organizational goals.<br>• Establish robust internal controls and ensure the organization is prepared for audits.<br>• Support automation initiatives to streamline manual financial processes.<br>• Manage intercompany transactions and reconciliations between Canadian, U.S., and European entities.<br>• Ensure compliance with U.S. regulatory requirements and internal policies.
<p><strong>Controller </strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p><br></p><p>We are partnering with an organization seeking a <strong>Controller</strong> to take on a hands‑on role with clear people‑leadership responsibility. This position is well suited for someone with <strong>several years of project‑driven accounting experience</strong> who is ready to step into a formal management role and contribute beyond the numbers.</p><p>The successful candidate will bring a strong analytical approach, curiosity about business operations, and the ability to lead and develop a growing accounting team.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Be Responsible For</strong></p><ul><li>Own and manage the monthly close process, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance</li><li>Review journal entries, accruals, and adjustments while overseeing general ledger close activities</li><li>Analyze and reconcile balance sheet accounts, resolving variances and identifying issues proactively</li><li>Partner with internal stakeholders to ensure reliable and timely period‑end financial reporting</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis, providing insights to leadership</li><li>Establish, enhance, and communicate accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls</li><li>Lead, mentor, and develop staff to build capability, engagement, and performance</li><li>Participate in recruitment, onboarding, and training of new team members</li><li>Contribute to ad hoc projects and evolving accounting initiatives as the business grows</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><br></p>
<p>On behalf of our client, Robert Half is seeking an experienced <strong>Controller </strong>to lead the accounting and financial operations for a growing organization in the real estate and construction sector. This is a permanent, full-time onsite position.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee all accounting operations including accounts payable/receivable, general ledger, payroll, and month-end/year-end processes</li><li>Develop and implement financial controls, policies, and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance and operational efficiency</li><li>Prepare, analyze, and present timely financial statements and reports to senior leadership and external stakeholders</li><li>Manage cash flow, budgeting, forecasting, and capital expenditure tracking</li><li>Coordinate annual audits, liaise with auditors, and ensure supporting documentation is accurate</li><li>Lead and mentor accounting team members</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally to support business objectives, cost control, and process improvements</li><li>Maintain proficiency with leading financial software (such as QuickBooks, Microsoft D365, Oracle NetSuite, SAP, PowerBI, etc.)</li><li>Evaluate and oversee payroll processes and benefits administration</li><li>Support strategic planning by providing reliable financial insight</li></ul><p><br></p>
