Waterloo Region (kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge), ON
onsite
Permanent
140000.00 - 160000.00CAD / Yearly
<p>We are looking for an experienced and strategic finance leader to join our executive team in Waterloo Region, Ontario. In this ON SITE Director of Finance role, you will oversee all financial operations, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and alignment with organizational goals. This position offers the opportunity to shape financial strategies, manage key relationships, and lead a high-performing team.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Serve as a strategic partner to the President and executive team, providing financial insights to drive decision-making.</p><p>• Lead the development and management of financial forecasting, budgeting processes, and the preparation of comprehensive financial reports.</p><p>• Ensure the organization adheres to risk management and compliance frameworks, embedding these principles into daily operations.</p><p>• Oversee treasury functions, including cash flow forecasting, capital structure management, and banking relationships.</p><p>• Manage relationships with external auditors and tax advisors to ensure compliance and accuracy in financial matters.</p><p>• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and develop executive-level dashboards to track financial and operational performance.</p><p>• Recruit, train, and retain a skilled and motivated accounting team to support organizational objectives.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement business performance metrics.</p>
<p>Our client is a fast-growing SaaS (Software-as-a-Service) technology company operating at the intersection of innovation and collaboration. Their entrepreneurial culture fosters creativity, bold decision-making, and team-driven success. As they continue to scale, they are seeking a dynamic Corporate Controller to join the leadership team. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and are passionate about building scalable financial operations in a tech-forward business, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact. <strong>This role requires regular onsite collaboration at their Hamilton headquarters.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>As the Corporate Controller, you’ll be a key financial leader, responsible for driving operational excellence and supporting strategic growth initiatives. This role is ideal for professionals looking to expand into broader leadership within a high-growth SaaS environment. You’ll collaborate closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to optimize financial reporting, implement scalable processes, and help shape the future of our business.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Financial Close & Reporting: Lead month/quarter/year-end close across multiple entities and currencies. Deliver lender-ready financials, cash flow forecasts, variance analyses, and operating KPIs.</li><li>Tax & Compliance: Oversee HST and corporate tax filings (with advisor support), ensure regulatory compliance, and resolve backlog issues.</li><li>Audit Management: Prepare for and manage annual audits, including financial statements and disclosures under ASPE/IFRS.</li><li>Intercompany & Structure: Maintain intercompany flows, transfer pricing, and financing arrangements.</li><li>Controls & GL Oversight: Manage QuickBooks chart of accounts, reconciliations, SOPs, and internal control frameworks.</li><li>Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with teams across product, operations, and sales to align financial strategy with business goals.</li><li>Process & Systems Optimization: Champion automation and integrate systems (e.g., QBO, Stripe/ChargeOver, digital banking) into reporting workflows.</li><li>Team Leadership: Build and mentor a high-performing accounting team, fostering a culture of learning and collaboration.</li><li>Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with the COO, CEO, fractional CFOs, and Director of Financial Operations on audits, financing, and strategic initiatives.</li></ul><p><strong>Why Join?</strong></p><ul><li>Career Advancement: Grow with the organization as they scale across North America — with opportunities to expand your role and influence.</li><li>Innovative Culture: Be part of a team that values experimentation, creativity, and bold thinking.</li><li>Collaborative& Supportive Environment: Work alongside passionate professionals in a hybrid environment who believe in teamwork and shared success.</li><li>Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a strong salary, bonus, health benefits, paid vacation and stock options (eligibility for equity pool after 12 months of service).</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Audit Manager to join our team on a contract basis in Toronto, Ontario. In this role, you will contribute to the evaluation and management of emerging risks within global risk management frameworks. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by driving operational excellence and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Conduct thorough audits to assess the effectiveness of risk management practices and ensure compliance with organizational policies.<br>• Evaluate emerging risks and provide actionable recommendations to mitigate potential issues.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational risk management strategies.<br>• Prepare detailed reports and present findings to senior leadership, ensuring transparency and accountability.<br>• Develop and implement audit methodologies tailored to address unique challenges within global risk management.<br>• Monitor industry trends and regulatory changes to identify areas requiring attention.<br>• Facilitate risk assessments and provide expertise on mergers and acquisitions processes.<br>• Lead audit planning sessions and oversee the execution of audit programs.<br>• Support organizational initiatives aimed at improving risk management frameworks and practices.<br>• Ensure all audit activities align with high standards and internal policies.
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Assistant Controller to join our team in Ayr, Ontario. In this role, you will oversee critical accounting functions, manage project finances, and contribute to process optimization. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a diverse range of projects and responsibilities.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage all monthly financial close activities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness </p><p>• Oversee project accounting for multiple active projects </p><p>• Develop and maintain 13-week cash flow forecasts, and assist in treasury functions such as leases, bonding, and equipment loan negotiations.</p><p>• Handle province-wide job agreements, including managing union remittances and addressing payroll complexities.</p><p>• Administer holdbacks and lien processes to ensure compliance with contractual and legal requirements.</p><p>• Lead and execute process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and accuracy within the accounting department.</p><p>• Support the integration of accounting information into the Eclipse system, ensuring consistency and completeness.</p><p>• Collaborate with auditors during year-end processes to facilitate accurate and efficient reporting.</p><p>• Coordinate financial activities across multiple entities, including operating companies and holding companies.</p>
<p><strong>Are you ready to take charge and lead the financial strategies of a growing organization? Bring your expertise and passion for driving impactful outcomes in a role that not only challenges but also rewards growth, innovation, and leadership.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Overview</strong></p><p>As the Financial Controller, you will spearhead our client's financial operations and deliver accurate, actionable insights to the executive team. You will direct accounting functions, implement operational efficiencies, and optimize financial systems to support business objectives. You’ll pave the way for smarter decision-making through meticulous analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. If you're driven by excellence and thrive on creating value, this is the role for you.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Optimize Cash Flow: </strong></p><ul><li>Develop and deliver insightful sales analyses, daily cash flow projections, and comparison reports, empowering smarter business decisions. Execute daily funds transfers, EFTs, wires, and cash flow management strategies that align with organizational priorities.</li><li>Create and enforce financial policies and procedures for seamless operational results.</li></ul><p><strong>Lead Budget Preparation:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee yearly budgets and manage monthly updates within the ERP system, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.</li></ul><p><strong>Strengthen Internal Controls:</strong></p><ul><li>Establish and monitor internal controls to safeguard company assets against fraud and theft.</li><li>Streamline accounting processes and bridge communication gaps for improved financial tracking.</li></ul><p><strong>Deliver Reports With Precision:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare weekly, monthly, and yearly financial statements, P& Ls, and audit-ready reporting.</li><li>Ensure adherence to government reporting deadlines for uncompromised compliance.</li></ul><p>B<strong>uild and Manage Teams:</strong></p><ul><li>Recruit, train, and collaborate with accounting staff to nurture a high-performing team.</li><li>Facilitate regular staff meetings to align performance and operational excellence.</li></ul><p><strong>Engage With Stakeholders:</strong></p><ul><li>Foster relationships with department heads, clients, external auditors, and financial institutions to ensure transparency and strong communication.</li></ul><p><strong>Career Growth Opportunities</strong></p><p>Our client is deeply invested in your professional growth. Through daily in-person interaction, you’ll gain the leadership experience to supercharge your financial expertise, enhance decision-making capabilities, and scale into strategic roles. By joining this growing organization, you’ll fast-track your career trajectory in an environment that equips you for executive success.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p> </p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Financial Controller to lead the accounting and financial management functions for North America. In this role, you will provide strategic financial insights, manage compliance, and oversee financial planning, reporting, and budgeting processes. This is a long-term contract opportunity for 12 months based in Toronto, Ontario, offering the chance to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Work model: 2-3 days onsite in downtown Toronto, ON office location.</p><p>Contract length: 12 mon.</p><p>Experience required: Consulting, Services, Agency, Project Management/Project Accounting </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and deliver accurate and timely financial reports for North American leadership and the global finance team, including monthly management accounts.</p><p>• Develop and refine financial dashboards and performance metrics to provide clear insights into business operations.</p><p>• Lead the annual budgeting process and quarterly forecasting activities to support strategic planning.</p><p>• Monitor project-level financial performance, ensuring profitability and effective working capital management.</p><p>• Collaborate with project managers to address financial risks and provide solutions to enhance project outcomes.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and state/provincial filings, while supporting audit processes.</p><p>• Identify and implement process improvements within the finance function to enhance efficiency and service levels.</p><p>• Manage and mentor a team of four finance professionals, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.</p>
<p>This is the right opportunity for an <strong>Early Career Starter</strong> to get experience. Join a globally recognized leader on a long term project. This exciting contract opportunity is only offered <u>5 days a week onsite - no remote work is permitted</u>. Working as part of a team, the Jr Project Analyst reports to a Pod Leader who provided daily training, supervision and direction. <u>This is your chance to get experience in the Financial Services sector on a project for one of the biggest banks in North America.</u><strong></strong></p>
<p>Our client a fast growing multinational manufacturing company has an immediate opening for an Assistant Controller, responsibilities are as follows, </p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>• Participate in the monthly close process, including posting and reviewing journal entries and preparing </p><p>balance sheet reconciliations.</p><p>• Responsible for various financial reporting, forecasts and variance analysis.</p><p>• Oversee the general ledger, including managing journal entries and reconciling accounts.</p><p>• Support daily manufacturing operations as it relates to financials – inventory, scrap, variances, etc. </p><p>• Ensuring compliance with all accounting standards </p><p>• Purchase Requisition review and approval.</p><p>• Participate in financial audits, SOX review and remediation plans.</p><p>• Ad-hoc reporting and analyses.</p><p>• Back-fill Controller roles and responsibilities, when required.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>Are you an experienced Accounts Payable professional ready to take on a leadership role in a dynamic, global environment? Our client is seeking an <strong>Accounts Payable (AP) Supervisor</strong> with expertise in settlements and banking to oversee the disbursement operations as part of their Shared Services team. Reporting to the Accounts Payable Manager, this position plays a pivotal role in ensuring accurate and timely payment processing while maintaining financial controls and driving operational excellence.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Supervise daily accounts payable settlements, ensuring the prompt and accurate processing of global payments using Workday (Source: RH Acronym Guide).</li><li>Manage invoice reviews, maintaining compliance with tax laws, internal policies, and banking deadlines.</li><li>Handle urgent and rush payment requests professionally and expediently.</li><li>Lead the AP team by assigning tasks, conducting team huddles, providing coaching, and evaluating performance against KPIs (key performance indicators).</li><li>Resolve payment inquiries from internal and external stakeholders and address ServiceNow ticket resolution.</li><li>Update and maintain standard operating procedures and payment checklists for seamless operations.</li><li>Identify process improvements by reviewing systems and workflows for gaps and collaborating with stakeholders to implement enhancements.</li><li>Act as the primary operational banking contact for African branches and liaise with the Treasury Operations team in Canada.</li><li>Ensure compliance with AP policies and maintain supplier master data integrity.</li></ul>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Controller to oversee financial operations and ensure the accuracy of accounting practices for our organization. Based in Markham, Ontario, this role requires someone with strong attention to detail who can manage reporting and budgeting effectively. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in IFRS and a track record of improving operational efficiency through strategic financial management.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee all accounting functions, ensuring compliance with financial regulations and organizational policies. Lead the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness. </p><p>• Oversee preparation of financial statements in alignment with IFRS standards. </p><p>• Manage internal controls, ensuring effectiveness in safeguarding assets and maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements. </p><p>• Serve as the primary point of contact for external and regulatory audits.</p><p>• Partner with the CFO and senior leadership to provide strategic financial insights and scenario analysis to inform operational and strategic decisions. </p><p>• Ensure timely and accurate filing of all income and indirect taxes. </p><p>• Liaise with internal and external tax specialists, consultants, and regulators to ensure compliance with all tax requirements. </p><p>• Oversee regulatory filings, including MFDA/IIROC, OSC, and CRA submissions. </p><p><br></p>
<p>Our client is a leading manufacturer in Guelph, Ontario, committed to delivering quality products and maintaining a supportive, team-oriented workplace. They are seeking an <strong>Accounting Coordinator</strong> to join their finance team and play a key role in ensuring smooth financial operations.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee the end-to-end accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</li><li>Process and record invoices, bills, and payments in a precise and efficient manner.</li><li>Monitor financial reports related to receivables and payables, addressing any irregularities.</li><li>Resolve discrepancies by liaising with vendors and customers to maintain strong relationships.</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and ensure proper account management.</li><li>Handle payments and manage banking activities, ensuring all transactions align with company policies.</li><li>Support month-end and year-end closing procedures by preparing accurate financial records.</li><li>Assist in audits and provide necessary documentation and information as required.</li><li>Collaborate with the accounting team to optimize financial workflows and cash flow management.</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.</li><li>1–3 years of experience in accounting or finance preferred.</li><li>Strong knowledge of accounts payable and receivable functions.</li><li>Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or similar) and MS Excel.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail, organizational, and communication skills.</li><li>Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment.</li></ul><p><strong>What’s Offered</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive salary (commensurate with experience).</li><li>Comprehensive benefits package.</li><li>Opportunities for professional growth within a stable and reputable company.</li><li>A supportive, on-site team environment in a growing manufacturing business.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Robert Half is looking to recruit a full time / permanent Systems Configuration Specialist to join a client that is rapidly expanding in the east GTA region. This is an exciting opportunity offering growth, stability and excellent work culture!</p><p><br></p><p>Please take a look at the summarized information below and apply if you are a good fit. Due to the high volume of applicants, those that fit the requirements closely will receive a response - Thank you for your understanding.</p><p><br></p><p>Role: Systems Configuration Specialist</p><p>Type: Full time / permanent</p><p>Location: East GTA</p><p>Compensation: $65k to $70k + Annual Bonus (Individual performance / company performance ) + 3 Weeks Vacation + 6 PTO days + Benefits including ESP</p><p><br></p><p>Requirements + Responsibilities:</p><p>• 4+ years experience as Business Analyst or Technical Analyst (or similar)</p><p>• Experience working with business requirements – Understanding how requirements are translated into technical documents; IT based projects</p><p>• Experience working in payment cards (ideally); financial or banking or software industry is acceptable</p><p>• Understands workflows and business processes; business process mapping – VISIO, SALESFORCE etc.</p><p>• Setting up workflows from scratch (configuration); technical acumen</p><p>• Banking operations / back office banking knowledge</p><p>• Software implementation experience</p><p>• Strong communication – Most clients are in USA; research maybe required</p><p>• Product is a low code solution and by configuration they mean “Workflows”</p><p>• ASSET: Understanding of Java / J2EE / Web-based applications; SQL – This is not an in-depth technical role</p>
