<p>We are looking for an experienced Plant Controller to join our team for a 3-month Contract with potential for extension . In this role, you will play a key part in overseeing financial operations, supporting the General Manager, and ensuring the accuracy of inventory and product costing processes. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the continuous improvement of manufacturing operations while working closely with corporate teams. Work model is on-site in Vaughan.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage financial operations for the plant, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost analysis.</p><p>• Ensure accurate product costing and maintain updated bill of materials.</p><p>• Oversee inventory management processes, including annual physical inventory counts and reconciliation.</p><p>• Collaborate with corporate teams to streamline accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.</p><p>• Provide financial insights and support to the General Manager to enhance operational efficiency.</p><p>• Lead initiatives to improve shop floor processes and cost control measures.</p><p>• Act as the primary liaison between the plant and corporate office for financial reporting.</p><p>• Utilize Oracle systems for financial tracking and reporting.</p><p>• Support year-end financial close activities, ensuring compliance with corporate standards.</p><p>• Coordinate with team members across different sites to align financial processes and strategies.</p>
<p>Robert Half is seeking a detail-oriented Buyer for a client specializing in retail product management and inventory planning. The ideal candidate will bring a strong analytical mindset, passion for trend research, and excellent organizational skills to optimize merchandise performance and enhance customer experiences.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Analyze sales performance metrics for assigned business areas, including sell-throughs, best sellers, weeks of supply, and sales trends.</li><li>Identify underperforming inventory areas and propose strategies to address lagging sales.</li><li>Support business growth by replenishing best-selling products and expediting delivery for high-demand items.</li><li>Monitor and document season-to-date inventory trends to inform future seasonal planning.</li><li>Conduct store visits and engage with store managers to better understand customer preferences, purchasing behaviors, and missed opportunities.</li><li>Research market trends and source exciting merchandise ideas to captivate customers.</li><li>Prepare for vendor meetings with comprehensive data, trend research, and delivery plans.</li><li>Collaborate with vendors and stores to organize product knowledge sessions and related initiatives.</li><li>Maintain inventory management through transfers, consolidations, and return-to-vendor (RTV) processes.</li><li>Ensure the quality of purchased merchandise by reviewing product construction, material, and durability to avoid potential issues.</li></ul>
<p>Robert Half is assisting a client in their search for a hardworking and detail-oriented Assistant Buyer. The ideal candidate will support purchasing and inventory management activities, analyze business performance, and contribute to strategic decisions, ensuring product and sales goals are met.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Support business performance by analyzing sales trends, best sellers, rates of sale, and inventory levels.</li><li>Identify underperforming areas and collaborate with leadership to address inventory issues.</li><li>Contribute to growth by replenishing and expediting delivery of high-demand products.</li><li>Monitor season-to-date sales and inventory to prepare for future planning, identifying successful trends and eliminating unproductive items.</li><li>Conduct store visits and collaborate with store managers to understand customer preferences, shopping behavior, and opportunities to improve product assortments.</li><li>Research trends and build idea boards for engaging and innovative product selections.</li><li>Prepare for vendor meetings with detailed data, visuals, and action plans.</li><li>Manage inventory through transfers, consolidations, and return-to-vendor (RTV) processes while foreseeing store assortment needs.</li><li>Ensure quality control by proactively addressing potential product issues, including construction, fabric, wear and tear, and color durability.</li><li>Accurately process orders, generate purchase orders, and manage related administrative duties.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Plant Controller to join our team for a 3-month Contract with potential for extension . In this role, you will play a key part in overseeing financial operations, supporting the General Manager, and ensuring the accuracy of inventory and product costing processes. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the continuous improvement of manufacturing operations while working closely with corporate teams. Work model is on-site in Vaughan.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage financial operations for the plant, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost analysis.</p><p>• Ensure accurate product costing and maintain updated bill of materials.</p><p>• Oversee inventory management processes, including annual physical inventory counts and reconciliation.</p><p>• Collaborate with corporate teams to streamline accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.</p><p>• Provide financial insights and support to the General Manager to enhance operational efficiency.</p><p>• Lead initiatives to improve shop floor processes and cost control measures.</p><p>• Act as the primary liaison between the plant and corporate office for financial reporting.</p><p>• Utilize Oracle systems for financial tracking and reporting.</p><p>• Support year-end financial close activities, ensuring compliance with corporate standards.</p><p>• Coordinate with team members across different sites to align financial processes and strategies.</p>
We are looking for an Intermediate Accountant to join our team in Toronto, Ontario, for a contract position within the manufacturing industry. In this role, you will play a crucial part in managing cash flow, overseeing financial transactions, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. You will also collaborate with internal teams and external partners to maintain efficient financial processes while contributing to monthly reporting and reconciliation activities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and update weekly cash flow forecasts to support liquidity planning and operational needs.<br>• Monitor and review bank transactions daily to ensure accuracy and proper documentation.<br>• Manage accounts receivable processes, including milestone invoicing, aging analysis, and collections tracking.<br>• Conduct accounts payable reviews to verify payment readiness and address any discrepancies.<br>• Perform monthly reconciliations of accounts receivable, accounts payable, and voucher payables to maintain ledger accuracy.<br>• Compile and submit monthly financial reporting packages and provide support during audits.<br>• Generate inventory reports and reconcile sub-ledgers with the general ledger to identify and address variances.<br>• Calculate and record inventory obsolescence provisions in compliance with company policies.<br>• Serve as backup for accounts receivable and accounts payable functions during staff absences or peak periods.<br>• Prepare and issue various invoices, including commercial and proforma, as required.
<p>Are you a detail-driven accounting professional with expertise in payroll and financial reporting? Are you seeking a dynamic role in Mississauga that offers both growth potential and a collaborative work environment? If so, our client is actively seeking an experienced Bookkeeper/Accountant to join their team!</p><p>About the Company</p><p>Our client is a well-established business located in Mississauga. They are seeking a dedicated accounting professional to play a key role in maintaining accurate financial processes and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.</p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li><strong>Payroll Administration:</strong> Accurately manage weekly payroll for up to 10 employees, including T4 preparation and payroll remittances.</li><li><strong>Accounts Payable/Receivable:</strong> Oversee AP/AR processes to ensure timely and accurate payment to vendors and collection of receivables.</li><li><strong>Reconciliations:</strong> Reconcile bank accounts and general ledger balances on a monthly basis.</li><li><strong>Financial Reporting:</strong> Prepare comprehensive monthly financial statements, including income statements and balance sheets.</li><li><strong>Audit Readiness:</strong> Maintain financial records that are audit-ready up to the trial balance stage.</li><li><strong>Budget and Forecasting:</strong> Generate and analyze financial reports to provide actionable insights for budgeting and forecasting purposes.</li><li><strong>Year-End Compliance:</strong> Collaborate with auditors to ensure compliance with accounting standards during the year-end process.</li><li><strong>Software Proficiency:</strong> Utilize Sage accounting software to maintain accurate financial records and optimize workflows.</li><li><strong>Inventory Management:</strong> Monitor and reconcile inventory to ensure accuracy and proper accounting treatment.</li><li><strong>Detail-Oriented Tasks:</strong> Maintain the highest attention to detail in all financial documentation and reporting processes.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Are you an experienced accounting professional looking for an opportunity to lead and grow within a dynamic and growing company? Our client specializes in custom design, manufacture, and assembly of of projects throughout North America and expanding the team by hiring a Controller. <strong>Note that this role is 100% onsite until the new Controller is able to effectly perform the position in a hybrid capacity.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>As the Controller, you will report to the COO and take ownership of the organization's financial operations, ensuring accuracy and efficiency while supporting business goals. You will be an integral part of the leadership team and collaborate with other departments including Operations, Production, Project Management and Supply Chain/Procurement.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities include:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Leadership & Oversight: </strong>Provide direction for daily accounting processes, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and the general ledger.</li><li><strong>Financial Reporting:</strong> Ensure accurate and timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.</li><li><strong>Internal Controls: </strong>Maintain internal financial safeguards, oversee budgets, track costs, and monitor expenditures.</li><li><strong>Cash Flow Management: </strong>Drive forecasting and cash flow planning in collaboration with organizational leadership.</li><li><strong>Audit Readiness: </strong>Coordinate the annual audit process and serve as the primary liaison for external auditors.</li><li><strong>Compliance:</strong> Ensure adherence to all financial, tax, and regulatory reporting requirements.</li><li><strong>Process Improvement: </strong>Lead initiatives to optimize accounting processes and systems for greater efficiency.</li><li><strong>Inventory Management:</strong> Support cost tracking and analysis for inventory control.</li><li><strong>Project Support:</strong> Provide financial expertise related to cost control, job costing, and billing for project management teams.</li><li><strong>Team Development: </strong>Supervise, train, and mentor junior accounting staff, fostering a high-performance team-oriented culture.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p> We are seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented <strong>Financial Controller</strong> to join our leadership team and report directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO). In this critical position, you will oversee the company’s daily financial operations, ensure the accurate and timely delivery of financial reports, and lead efforts around cash flow planning, forecasting, and internal controls. You will also play a key role in mentoring and supporting our Finance team and senior management, helping to drive our organization’s financial success and sustainable growth.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee and execute cash flow planning, reporting, and forecasting to ensure the financial health of the organization.</li><li>Manage banking operations, including the review and approval of financial payments, transfers, and transactions.</li><li>Lead the month-end close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in financial record-keeping.</li><li>Direct and manage the AR (Accounts Receivable), AP (Accounts Payable), and Financial Accounting teams to achieve exceptional organizational efficiency and performance.</li><li>Provide day-to-day guidance, coaching, and performance evaluations to maximize the effectiveness of the Finance team across all company entities.</li><li>Generate and prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with GAAP, and ensure internal controls adhere to generally accepted auditing standards.</li><li>Monitor and optimize the organization’s financial system to meet both current and future business demands.</li><li>Collaborate closely with senior management to deliver critical financial insights and support department objectives.</li><li>Oversee budgeting, financial planning, and analysis processes to provide actionable recommendations for growth and improvement.</li><li>Lead the year-end financial review process with external auditors, analyze audit results, and initiate process improvements where needed.</li><li>Develop, maintain, and enforce internal controls and company policies to effectively safeguard organizational assets.</li><li>Ensure the organization remains compliant with statutory and legal financial requirements.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Job Description: Head of Procurement Strategic and Operational Procurement</strong></p><p>As the Head of Procurement, you will oversee the full range of procurement functions—both strategic and operational—within a manufacturing environment in the energy sector. In this pivotal role, you will design and implement procurement strategies that balance cost efficiency, supply chain reliability, and supplier performance, while supporting goals related to innovation and sustainability. You will work at the intersection of manufacturing operations, supply chain dynamics, and energy sector trends, driving change and fostering collaborative partnerships in a fast-paced environment.</p><p>Your leadership will extend across tactical initiatives that ensure supplier performance, inventory optimization, and operational excellence, while also spearheading the strategic direction of procurement activities, guiding global sourcing decisions, and building supplier partnerships. A proactive mindset and attention to detail will be crucial in resolving supply issues before they disrupt production. Your role will ensure compliance, on-time delivery, and alignment with internal protocols and external regulations.</p><p><strong>Your Main Tasks and Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and execute long-term procurement strategies aligned with corporate goals, market trends, and risk management practices.</li><li>Lead and manage strategic sourcing activities to drive cost optimization, innovation, and operational reliability across direct and indirect procurement categories.</li><li>Execute supplier segmentation, category planning, and contract lifecycle strategies to maximize partnerships and supplier performance.</li><li>Negotiate and secure high-value contracts and build long-term supplier relationships to support business growth and ensure sustainability initiatives.</li><li>Collaborate closely with Engineering, R& D, and Finance teams to enable early supplier involvement and optimize design-to-cost strategies.</li><li>Ensure timely acquisition of raw materials, components, consumables, and indirect goods and services to support production targets.</li><li>Optimize inventory levels to balance financial costs with production reliability.</li><li>Partner with production planning, logistics, and warehouse teams to streamline material flow and delivery processes.</li><li>Monitor supplier performance metrics (OTD, quality, responsiveness) and implement corrective actions to drive continuous improvement.</li><li>Ensure compliance with procurement policies, risk assessments, and internal/external audits.</li><li>Develop and report procurement KPIs, create dashboards, and align activities with company governance standards.</li></ul><p><strong>Leadership and Industry Knowledge:</strong></p><p>Lead, mentor, and develop procurement teams—including operational buyers and procurement specialists—fostering excellence in manufacturing and supplier performance.</p><p>Build a team of strategic buyers focused on innovation, agility, and creating meaningful partnerships.</p><p>Provide ongoing training, coaching, and performance feedback to improve team effectiveness and alignment with organizational goals.</p><p>Promote a culture of lean thinking, continuous improvement, and operational excellence within procurement operations.</p>
<p>We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented <strong>Senior Accountant</strong> to join our team. In this role, you will oversee key accounting functions, including accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), general ledger (GL), and reconciliations. You will also play a critical role in preparing financial statements, assisting with budget planning, coordinating audits, and developing strategies to optimize the organization’s financial operations.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong>:</p><ul><li>Manage general accounting functions: AP, AR, GL, and reconciliations.</li><li>Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for leadership, stakeholders, and funding agencies.</li><li>Develop and implement accounting policies and procedures.</li><li>Assist with budget preparation, financial planning, and reporting.</li><li>Coordinate audits and tax filings with external auditors and consultants.</li><li>Collaborate with the leadership team to develop financial strategies that streamline operations, improve programs, and reduce costs.</li><li>Conduct financial forecasts and risk analysis while providing recommendations to address opportunities and challenges.</li><li>Ensure accurate inventory valuations and perform inventory cost analysis.</li><li>Prepare and maintain reconciliations for inventory accounts.</li><li>Support the Financial Controller and other departments with accounting-related tasks.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Our client, a global leader in their industry, is seeking a driven and detail-oriented Buyer to join their team in Cambridge, On. Renowned for their innovative approach and end-to-end solutions, this manufacturer is committed to exceeding customer expectations by providing a comprehensive range of advanced filtration products and exceptional service.</p><p><strong>Position Overview:</strong></p><p>As a Buyer, you will play an instrumental role in ensuring a seamless flow of materials and equipment to support high-performance manufacturing operations. This hands-on opportunity offers the chance to work with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced steel industry environment, driving operational improvements and maintaining world-class standards.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage purchasing activities, inventory control, and supply chain functions with a strong focus on steel and industrial filtration products.</li><li>Safeguard a consistent supply of necessary materials, promptly addressing supply issues that could affect production schedules.</li><li>Negotiate pricing and schedules with vendors; proactively follow up to guarantee timely delivery of orders.</li><li>Collaborate daily with Production Management and Engineering teams to clarify specifications and resolve delivery or material concerns.</li><li>Serve as a liaison between departments to confirm order details, specification requirements, and delivery schedules.</li><li>Partner with Quality and Vendor teams to resolve non-conformance issues and coordinate vendor returns.</li><li>Execute procurement of products and materials, supporting both ongoing needs and special projects.</li><li>Ensure vendor compliance with agreed contracts, terms, lead times, and cost benchmarks.</li><li>Prepare regular reporting, including monthly performance analyses and process improvement documentation.</li><li>Utilize procurement software and ERP systems to manage purchases efficiently.</li><li>Review and approve departmental requisitions and secure goods/services as required.</li><li>Monitor, assess, and report on maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) inventory and vendor performance.</li><li>Foster strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders through effective communication and service excellence.</li><li>Lead and support continuous process improvement initiatives tied to MRO sourcing and purchasing.</li><li>Uphold compliance with established industry regulations (e.g., ASME Section VIII) and company practices.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Job Overview:</strong></p><p> An emerging business is seeking a passionate and experienced Controller to lead its finance operations. Reporting directly to the CEO, the Controller will hold a critical leadership role, overseeing financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, compliance, payroll, risk management, and operational finance. This position demands both a hands-on mentality and strategic insight, ensuring the integrity and timeliness of all financial processes and reporting.</p><p>As a Controller, you will provide coaching and mentoring to a small but dynamic finance team while delivering analysis and recommendations vital to business decisions. You will also support ERP implementation and manage financial systems effectively to ensure seamless operations.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ol><li><strong>Leadership & Management:</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Supervise and develop a finance team, including full-time and part-time staff.</li><li>Act as a strategic partner to the CEO, providing regular updates, analysis, and recommendations.</li><li>Prepare monthly financial presentations for senior leadership and the Board of Directors.</li></ul><ol><li><strong>Financial Reporting & Compliance:</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Monitor month-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</li><li>Manage financial compliance with ASPE standards while preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.</li><li>Supervise CRA filings, corporate taxes, payroll remittances, and annual filings.</li><li>Maintain robust internal controls and documentation processes.</li></ul><ol><li><strong>Treasury & Cash Flow Management:</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Communicate regularly with corporate banks and oversee operational banking.</li><li>Collaborate on capital planning and maintain rolling weekly cash flows.</li><li>Prepare liquidity KPIs and align payment schedules with available resources and priorities.</li></ul><ol><li><strong>Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Planning:</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Lead annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting cycles.</li><li>Deliver executive summaries with financial insights to support decision-making.</li></ul><ol><li><strong>Cost Accounting & Inventory Control:</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Oversee cost accounting processes, inventory valuation, landed cost analysis, and gross margin analyses.</li><li>Ensure accuracy in freight and brokerage charges and support operational decisions with financial insights.</li></ul><ol><li><strong>Payroll & Employee Cost Oversight:</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Approve payroll processes and maintain compliance with CRA payroll remittance requirements.</li><li>Manage controls for vacation accruals, bonuses, and WSIB accounts.</li></ul><ol><li><strong>Financial Systems & ERP Implementation:</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Manage QuickBooks Enterprise system and drive ERP implementation processes to enable efficiencies.</li></ul><p>Oversee AP/AR function</p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Bolton, Ontario. In this role, you will play a key part in managing financial transactions, ensuring accuracy, and maintaining compliance with company policies. This position requires a proactive individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is ready to contribute to the efficiency of our accounting operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Handle the full cycle of accounts payable, including invoice coding, processing, and payment runs.<br>• Perform reconciliations for accounts, inventory, and expenses to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies.<br>• Prepare and post journal entries to the general ledger with precision.<br>• Maintain and update the chart of accounts and aging reports to support financial transparency.<br>• Conduct regular data entry and filing tasks to ensure records are organized and accessible.<br>• Utilize Microsoft Excel to create pivot tables and perform VLOOKUPs for analysis and reporting.<br>• Collaborate with team members to ensure timely processing of financial transactions.<br>• Monitor and manage accounts payable aging reports to maintain vendor relationships.<br>• Support expense tracking and reporting to align with company budgets and policies.<br>• Leverage previous manufacturing industry experience to enhance process efficiency and accuracy.
<p>The Senior Accountant is responsible for supporting the finance and accounting operations in a retail environment by managing daily bookkeeping, data entry, and administrative accounting tasks. Reporting to the VP Finance & Administration, this position plays a key role in ensuring the accurate and timely processing of financial transactions, including those related to sales, inventory, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and banking activities. Additional responsibilities include month-end close procedures, preparation of financial reports, and supporting budgeting and forecasting processes.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process supplier invoices, verify accuracy, and ensure on-time payments</li><li>Match purchase orders and delivery documentation to invoices</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and resolve any discrepancies</li><li>Record daily retail sales and customer payments</li><li>Support customer billing and collections as needed</li><li>Reconcile daily cash, credit card, and electronic deposits from retail locations</li><li>Prepare and record bank deposits</li><li>Complete monthly bank reconciliations</li><li>Reconcile inventory balances between point-of-sale and accounting systems</li><li>Assist with periodic stock counts and variance analysis</li><li>Maintain accurate cost and pricing records</li><li>Enter journal entries and perform month-end closing procedures</li><li>Prepare supporting documentation for financial reporting</li><li>Organize and maintain filing systems for financial documents</li><li>Assist leadership with ad hoc projects and reporting requests</li><li>Communicate effectively with store management, suppliers, and internal teams</li><li>Ensure compliance with established accounting policies and procedures</li></ul>
<p>The Cost Accountant will be responsible for analyzing cost data, improving financial performance, and ensuring accurate cost reporting to support business decisions.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain and analyze cost accounting records, systems, and processes</li><li>Prepare cost variance and trend analyses</li><li>Analyze estimated costs within BOMs</li><li>Reconcile perpetual inventory records with general ledger and physical counts</li><li>Ensure accuracy of WIP, scrap, rework, and inventory adjustment transactions</li><li>Identify slow-moving/obsolete items and recommend actions</li><li>Monitor inventory valuation using the weighted average costing method</li><li>Reconcile off-site inventory balances </li><li>Review jobs for accuracy and completeness</li><li>Calculate and regularly update applied DL and OH rates </li><li>Identify cost-saving opportunities and improve efficiencies</li><li>Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams on financial reporting</li><li>Ensure compliance with accounting principles and company policies</li><li><br></li></ul>
<p>The Plant Controller, reporting to the CFO, is a strategic business partner responsible for the financial management and reporting of a manufacturing plant. This role involves overseeing accounting, budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and financial analysis to ensure the financial health of the plant while achieving business objectives. The Plant Controller will work closely with plant leadership, providing financial insights and guidance to drive decision-making and operational efficiency.</p><p><strong>Key Competencies:</strong></p><ul><li>Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.</li><li>Strong business acumen and strategic thinking.</li><li>Effective communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders across all levels.</li><li>Leadership mindset with the ability to manage a cross-departmental team effectively.</li></ul><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Financial Management & Planning:</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and manage the financial plans, budgets, and forecasts for the manufacturing plant.</li><li>Provide monthly financial reporting packages, including variance analysis and recommendations for cost savings </li></ul><p><strong>Cost Accounting:</strong></p><ul><li>Establish, monitor, and maintain cost accounting systems to track production costs, inventory valuation, and efficiency improvements.</li><li>Perform analysis to identify areas for optimizing performance and cost reduction strategies.</li></ul><p><strong>Operational Support:</strong></p><ul><li>Collaborate directly with plant management to drive financial insights into operational decisions.</li><li>Serve as a business partner to department heads, ensuring alignment of financial and strategic goals </li></ul><p><strong>Compliance & Controls:</strong></p><ul><li>Ensure financial compliance with company policies, internal controls, and external regulations.</li><li>Lead audits and implement recommendations to resolve gaps in financial controls.</li></ul><p><strong>Team Leadership:</strong></p><ul><li>Supervise and mentor finance department staff at the plant, fostering professional growth.</li><li>Facilitate cross-functional collaboration between accounting, production, and other departments to improve financial outcomes.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced <strong>Financial Controller</strong> to oversee financial operations and guide key strategic initiatives in a dynamic manufacturing environment. In this role, you will be responsible for monitoring financial performance, managing accounting operations, and driving process improvements to enhance productivity, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee all accounting operations, including billing, accounts payable/receivable, general ledger, cost accounting, revenue recognition, and inventory accounting.</li><li>Accumulate and consolidate financial data to ensure accurate reporting of business results.</li><li>Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to enhance internal controls.</li><li>Ensure precise financial transactions and reporting through quality control oversight.</li><li>Assess current accounting operations, provide recommendations for process enhancements, and implement improved practices.</li><li>Manage and coordinate financial budgeting, financial statements, forecasts, and variance reporting.</li><li>Prepare and publish monthly financial statements in a timely manner.</li><li>Coordinate regulatory reporting with external auditors to ensure compliance.</li><li>Oversee month-end and year-end close processes.</li><li>Support department managers with budgeting, monitoring actual vs. budget performance, and variance reporting.</li><li>Ensure compliance with provincial government reporting and tax filing requirements.</li></ul><p><strong>Team Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and empower the finance team through mentorship and coaching.</li><li>Set performance standards, track progress, and build a high-performing team.</li></ul><p><strong>Critical Thinking & Strategy</strong></p><ul><li>Support strategic development with strong conceptual and operational insights.</li><li>Analyze complex issues, evaluate alternatives, and make well-informed decisions.</li></ul><p><strong>Collaboration & Communication</strong></p><ul><li>Build positive, collaborative relationships across teams and departments.</li><li>Communicate clearly and effectively to stakeholders at all levels.</li></ul><p><strong>Results Orientation</strong></p><ul><li>Establish accountability and instill a results-driven culture.</li><li>Exhibit a proactive, action-oriented approach to problem-solving and decision-making.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>At Robert Half, we connect exceptional talent with innovative companies dedicated to partnership and operational excellence. Our client is a global technology and service leader in manufacturing, driven by a commitment to becoming “partners in performance” with every customer. You’ll be part of a team that delivers world-class solutions on a local level, combining expertise, technology, and close collaboration for measurable results. This role is ideal for candidates looking for hands-on ownership, and ongoing professional development in a collaborative, locally-empowered setting. You’ll gain access to innovative resources and make an impact by optimizing manufacturing operations for industry-leading customers.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Work directly with Account Managers to ensure customer requirements are net</li><li>Order entry, enter customer orders promptly and accurately into SAP</li><li>Monitor and verify inventory availability for incoming orders; coordinate logistics to fulfill shipments to end customers.</li><li>Work closely with demand planners to ensure needs are met</li><li>Manage invoicing processes to ensure timely and error-free customer billing.</li><li>Support shipping and receiving activities to confirm all documents and goods match requirements.</li><li>Reconcile inventory levels and assist in preparing accurate invoices.</li><li>Actively follow up on order progress with production, shipping, and logistics teams to resolve issues and maintain customer satisfaction.</li></ul>
<p><strong>Job Description: Strategic Buyer</strong></p><p><strong>Position Summary:</strong></p><p> The Strategic Buyer is responsible for developing, executing, and optimizing sourcing strategies for a variety of key commodities such as resins, fiberglass, components, and metal parts. This position is critical to ensuring our supply chain delivers maximum value through competitive costs, high quality, and reliable delivery aligned to organizational goals.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and implement sourcing strategies for assigned commodities, focusing on value, risk management, and cost reduction.</li><li>Select, qualify, and manage suppliers to meet stringent standards in quality, cost, and delivery.</li><li>Conduct detailed should-cost analyses to validate supplier quotations and identify cost drivers for improvement.</li><li>Lead supplier negotiations, securing optimal commercial and contractual terms while fostering long-term, strategic partnerships.</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, quality, and operations teams to ensure procurement is fully aligned with business and technical needs.</li><li>Drive ongoing improvements in supplier performance, cost structure, and lead time through continuous improvement initiatives.</li><li>Ensure strict compliance with company procurement policies, sustainability objectives, and ethical business standards.</li><li>Utilize SAP and other digital platforms for managing purchase orders, analyzing spend, and tracking supplier performance.</li><li>Monitor market trends and risk factors affecting critical commodities to inform sourcing decisions.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to join our team on a contract basis in Grimsby, Ontario. This role is ideal for someone with foundational accounting experience who is eager to further develop their skills in the utilities/infrastructure industry. The Accounting Assistant will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, performing reconciliations, and supporting monthly and year-end accounting processes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and post journal entries, including recurring entries, to ensure accurate financial records.<br>• Generate cash flow reports and reconcile them with the general ledger.<br>• Record and manage all bank transactions to maintain up-to-date records.<br>• Perform project closures for internal and customer-related activities.<br>• Track fixed assets and create detailed depreciation schedules.<br>• Complete monthly reconciliations for general ledger accounts, including cash, accounts payable, accounts receivable, inventory, accruals, deferrals, revenues, expenses, and work orders.<br>• Assist in the preparation of monthly financial statements and management reports.<br>• Investigate discrepancies in accounting records and create audit-ready working papers.<br>• Take on additional accounting tasks such as month-end and year-end activities to support departmental operations.<br>• Contribute to special projects or other duties as assigned to ensure smooth financial processes.
<p>We are seeking a Finance BI Consultant with a strong finance or accounting background and advanced Power BI expertise for a short term contract. The ideal candidate will act as a bridge between Finance and Data/IT teams, translating business requirements into insightful dashboards, data models, and analytics solutions that support financial planning, performance tracking, and decision-making.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Work closely with Finance leadership and business stakeholders to gather reporting, forecasting, and analytical requirements.</li><li>Design, develop, and maintain Power BI dashboards, reports, and data models that deliver actionable financial insights.</li><li>Analyze financial datasets to identify trends, variances, cost drivers, revenue performance, and opportunities for improvement.</li><li>Build and optimize data pipelines and transformations using Power Query (M) and DAX for efficient and scalable reporting.</li><li>Support monthly/quarterly financial review processes through automated reporting and metric visualization.</li><li>Partner with IT/Data Engineering teams to ensure data integrity, quality, and availability for reporting and analytics needs.</li><li>Translate complex financial concepts into clear visualizations and presentations for non-financial stakeholders.</li><li>Train Finance users on BI tools, dashboards, and standard reporting methodologies</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Global Sourcing Specialist to join our team in Mississauga, Ontario. The ideal candidate will possess in-depth knowledge of the global appliance industry, including supplier networks, manufacturing processes, and market trends. This role requires a proactive individual with strong connections in the sector and a proven ability to negotiate, vet suppliers, and identify strategic opportunities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Identify and establish partnerships with reliable suppliers and manufacturers within the global appliance sector.<br>• Assess supplier capabilities to ensure compliance with quality standards and category requirements.<br>• Introduce innovative product categories and market opportunities aligned with the company’s strategic goals.<br>• Analyze costs, lead times, and supplier capacity to maintain a competitive edge.<br>• Conduct thorough market research to stay informed on industry trends and emerging technologies.<br>• Negotiate contracts and agreements with suppliers to achieve optimal terms and conditions.<br>• Monitor supplier performance to ensure adherence to agreed-upon standards and timelines.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to align sourcing strategies with organizational objectives.<br>• Provide insights and recommendations based on market intelligence to drive business growth.
We are looking for a detail-oriented and bilingual Contract Coordinator to join our team on a contract basis in Markham, Ontario. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring the accurate processing and verification of lease and loan contracts. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administrative and communication skills who thrives in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review and process lease and loan contracts with a high level of accuracy.<br>• Verify incoming documents to ensure all details are complete and correct.<br>• Cross-check contract terms and numerical information against provided documentation.<br>• Communicate with dealers via phone and email to address and resolve discrepancies.<br>• Provide reception coverage once a week as part of your role.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth contract processing.<br>• Adhere to company policies and compliance standards during all contract-related activities.<br>• Maintain organized records of processed contracts for auditing purposes.
