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Cost Accountant

Waterloo, ON
onsite
Permanent
75000 - 85000 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for a Cost Accountant to join a manufacturing operation in Waterloo, Ontario and provide reliable financial insight that supports sound production and purchasing decisions. This position focuses on maintaining accurate product costing, reviewing operational variances, and delivering timely reporting that helps leaders understand plant performance. The successful candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to strengthen cost controls, improve data accuracy, and contribute to budgeting and ongoing efficiency initiatives. Responsibilities: • Maintain standard cost information by reviewing historical data, validating assumptions, and updating costing records to reflect current operating conditions. • Refresh raw material cost standards on a regular monthly cycle using forecast information supplied by the purchasing team. • Verify that production recipes and process specifications reflect accurate run rates and labour assumptions for costing purposes. • Investigate purchasing and material usage variances to identify discrepancies and keep bills of material and standard costs aligned with actual operations. • Prepare cost models for new items, product changes, and initiatives aimed at reducing manufacturing spend. • Collaborate with Purchasing, Research and Development, and Manufacturing to support cost approvals, track labour-related variances, and assess financial results after product launches. • Produce recurring operational finance reports covering areas such as purchase price variance, labour performance, yield, inventory movements, production volumes, and overhead spending. • Reconcile income statement activity by reviewing variance-related transactions and correcting inconsistencies where required. • Analyze plant expenses and prepare journal entries related to labour, utilities, and inventory account reconciliations. • Assist with the annual budgeting process and support cost-reduction efforts in partnership with operational finance leadership.
2026-10-09T00:00:00Z

Property Accountant

Scarborough, ON
onsite
Temporary
50 - 50 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for a Senior Property Accountant to join a real estate organization in Scarborough, Ontario on a Contract basis. This role supports the financial oversight of a sizeable portfolio of commercial and residential properties by producing accurate reporting, maintaining strong accounting processes, and contributing to budgeting and forecasting activities. The successful candidate will work closely with property management and finance teams to ensure lease-related billings, recoveries, reconciliations, and cash flow reporting are handled with accuracy and timeliness. Responsibilities:• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end accounting activities, including reviewing journal entries, accruals, prepaid expenses, and general ledger balances to ensure records are complete and properly classified.• Prepare regular financial reports and quarterly analyses that highlight property performance, net operating income, budget-to-actual results, and notable fluctuations across the portfolio.• Reconcile bank accounts, receivables, payables, and intercompany balances on a recurring basis, and investigate discrepancies to maintain reliable financial information.• Maintain detailed continuity schedules for capital projects, fixed assets, depreciation, tenant inducements, and leasing-related costs in accordance with established accounting policies.• Validate rent rolls against lease documentation, billing records, and accounting data to confirm rent changes, key lease dates, incentives, deposits, and other tenant charges are reflected correctly.• Calculate and reconcile recoverable operating costs, including common area expenses, taxes, maintenance, insurance, and related tenant billings, based on lease terms and approved allocation methods.• Prepare cash flow reports and short-term forecasts by monitoring collections, payments, arrears, and upcoming funding requirements, escalating concerns when needed.• Support the development of annual budgets and periodic forecasts by partnering with finance and property operations teams to assess revenues, vacancies, expenses, recoveries, and capital plans.• Review accounts payable and accounts receivable activity, assist with collection follow-up, and ensure financial transactions are supported by appropriate documentation and approvals.sENIOR
2026-10-13T00:00:00Z

Property Accountant

Richmond Hill, ON
onsite
Temporary
27.7115 - 32.087 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for a Property Accountant to join a real estate and property organization in Richmond Hill, Ontario on a Long-term Contract basis. In this role, you will oversee accounting activities for a portfolio of properties while helping deliver accurate reporting, meaningful financial analysis, and dependable operational support. This opportunity is well suited to someone who enjoys working with detail-driven financial information, partnering with cross-functional teams, and identifying smarter ways to improve reporting and accounting processes. Responsibilities: • Manage complete accounting activities for an assigned property portfolio, including preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, producing financial statements, and reviewing budget performance. • Analyze monthly results by comparing actuals to forecasts and budgets, then explain notable variances and the factors influencing property performance. • Provide accounting support for property transactions such as acquisitions, sales, refinancing, and related financing activities, including required financial setup and follow-up. • Partner with teams across operations, corporate accounting, investor reporting, payroll, finance, acquisitions, and accounts payable to resolve questions and provide accurate financial insight. • Contribute to broader portfolio reporting needs by supporting executive summaries, investor reporting packages, property tax matters, reconciliation activities, and lender-related requirements. • Assist with external and investor-related audits by preparing supporting documentation, responding to requests, and helping ensure timely completion of deliverables. • Prepare year-end working papers and schedules, and support the review of U.S. partnership tax return information for investors where required. • Evaluate existing workflows and recommend practical improvements that enhance efficiency, strengthen controls, and support more effective reporting and analysis.
2026-10-13T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Burlington, ON
onsite
Permanent
65000 - 75000 CAD / Yearly
Our client, an established public accounting firm, is seeking a Staff Accountant / Tax Preparer to join their growing team. This opportunity is ideal for an individual working toward their CPA designation or considering the CPA path, with experience in public accounting and an interest in both accounting and taxation. The successful candidate will work directly with small to mid-sized businesses, owner-managed companies, and individuals, gaining exposure to corporate accounting, year-end engagements, and tax preparation. Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare corporate, personal, and partnership income tax returns</li><li>Assist with year-end engagements, including compilation and review files</li><li>Prepare working papers, account reconciliations, and financial statements</li><li>Analyze client records and identify discrepancies or areas requiring follow-up</li><li>Assist with bookkeeping and month-end accounting support for clients</li><li>Communicate with clients to obtain documentation and resolve accounting inquiries</li><li>Respond to CRA correspondence and client tax questions</li><li>Support senior accountants and managers on client engagements</li><li>Contribute to special projects and process improvements as required</li></ul>
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Waterloo, ON
onsite
Permanent
85000 - 100000 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a busy public practice team. This role is well suited to someone who enjoys managing a high volume of client files while delivering accurate accounting and tax work across a range of small engagements. The successful candidate will contribute to compilation and review work, prepare corporate and personal tax returns, and maintain strong client relationships through responsive and attentive service. Responsibilities: • Prepare compilation and review engagement files for a diverse portfolio of small business and individual clients. • Complete corporate and personal income tax returns with a high level of accuracy and attention to deadlines. • Handle required organizational and government filings in accordance with applicable Canadian regulatory requirements. • Communicate directly with clients to gather information, clarify issues, and build strong working relationships across multiple accounts. • Support accounting processes by assisting with limited bookkeeping tasks, including maintaining financial records where needed. • Perform bank reconciliations, post journal entries, and help maintain complete and accurate general ledger records. • Contribute to month-end activities and ensure client files are organized, up to date, and ready for reporting. • Use CaseWare, CaseView, and tax preparation software to complete files efficiently and maintain documentation standards.
2026-10-06T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Toronto, ON
onsite
Temporary
38 - 44 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a media organization in Toronto, Ontario on a Long-term Contract basis. This position is well suited to an accounting specialist who enjoys hands-on transactional work while keeping financial records accurate and current. The successful candidate will contribute across daily accounting activities, period-end close processes, and reporting support, while working with a high level of independence in a collaborative team environment. Responsibilities: • Manage day-to-day accounting transactions across payables, receivables, and general ledger activities to maintain accurate financial records. • Complete bank and account reconciliations on a regular basis, investigating discrepancies and resolving outstanding items promptly. • Prepare and post journal entries and support month-end and quarter-end close activities with careful attention to deadlines. • Maintain bookkeeping records and ensure financial information is organized, current, and aligned with internal reporting needs. • Assist with required organizational filings and submissions, ensuring documentation is complete and submitted on time. • Provide support during audit periods by gathering schedules, reconciling balances, and preparing requested backup documentation. • Work with accounting data in Vantage and use Excel to analyze transactions, track balances, and support reporting requirements. • Collaborate with the broader accounting and bookkeeping team while managing assigned work with minimal supervision.
2026-10-14T00:00:00Z

General Accountant

Brampton, ON
onsite
Permanent
65000 - 70000 CAD / Yearly
Job Title: General Accountant Location: Brampton, Ontario Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Job Description:Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative General Accountant to join their finance team. This role is responsible for supporting day-to-day accounting operations, maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with month-end processes, and ensuring compliance with internal controls and accounting standards. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, a high level of accuracy, and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare and post journal entries</li><li>Reconcile bank accounts, general ledger accounts, and subledgers</li><li>Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes</li><li>Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation</li><li>Prepare account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies</li><li>Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities as needed</li><li>Assist in the preparation of financial reports and internal reporting packages</li><li>Help ensure compliance with accounting policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements</li><li>Participate in audits by preparing supporting schedules and documentation</li><li>Contribute to process improvements within the accounting function</li></ul>
2026-09-25T00:00:00Z

Senior Cost Accountant

Toronto, ON
remote
Temporary
50 - 55 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Cost Accountant to join a Toronto, Ontario team in a Long-term Contract position. This role focuses on inventory and cost accounting, month-end activities, and financial analysis within a complex operating environment. The successful candidate will work closely with operations and other business partners to strengthen reporting accuracy, support process improvements, and provide meaningful financial insight to leadership. Responsibilities:• Manage cost accounting activities by maintaining calculations, monitoring cost flows, and supporting consistent valuation practices.• Partner with operations, logistics, and other internal teams to investigate inventory variances and improve the accuracy of stock balances.• Complete quarterly standard cost assessments and evaluate the financial impact of updates in collaboration with operational stakeholders.• Reconcile third-party logistics shipment records against internal data, including analysis of goods in transit and related discrepancies.• Contribute to inventory management system testing and help shape process design as part of implementation-related activities.• Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations for assigned accounts during the month-end close cycle.• Review financial results for designated areas, perform variance analysis, and present key findings to senior management.• Analyze product costing, cost of goods sold, gross margins, and profitability trends to support business decision-making.• Lead support activities for quarterly and year-end audits, oversee cycle count controls, and help maintain compliance with accounting standards and internal policies.
2026-10-09T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Mississauga, ON
onsite
Permanent
80000 - 85000 CAD / Yearly
Job Title: AccountantLocation: Mississauga, Ontario / On-site Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Job Summary: Robert Half Canada is seeking a detail-oriented Accountant on behalf of our client in the professional services industry. This role is responsible for supporting core accounting functions, maintaining accurate financial records, and assisting with reporting, reconciliations, and month-end activities. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage priorities in a deadline-driven environment. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare and post journal entries and maintain general ledger accuracy</li><li>Perform bank, account, and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and billing activities</li><li>Prepare financial reports, schedules, and supporting documentation</li><li>Review financial data for accuracy and investigate discrepancies</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow monitoring as needed</li><li>Maintain organized accounting records and documentation</li><li>Assist with audit preparation, internal controls, and compliance-related tasks</li><li>Collaborate with internal stakeholders to support accounting and reporting needs</li></ul>
2026-09-29T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Woodbridge, ON
onsite
Permanent
75000 - 90000 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented FAccountant to support financial operations related to transportation, billing, and account administration. This position is well suited to someone who enjoys working with high-volume transactions, maintaining accurate records, and collaborating across teams to keep financial information current and reliable. The successful candidate will play an important role in reconciling accounts, processing invoices, and helping ensure timely handling of payables and receivables. Responsibilities:• Manage daily accounting activities connected to freight and logistics transactions, ensuring records are complete and accurate.• Review and reconcile customer and vendor accounts to identify discrepancies and resolve outstanding issues promptly.• Process incoming invoices and prepare billing documentation in accordance with established timelines and procedures.• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions by posting transactions, tracking balances, and following up where needed.• Enter financial and shipment-related data into accounting systems with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.• Use Excel and Dynamics 365 Business Central to maintain reports, update records, and assist with routine financial analysis.• Verify freight bills and related charges to confirm supporting documentation aligns with internal records and vendor information.• Assist with administrative accounting tasks and contribute to process updates, including changes involving financial systems when required.
2026-09-30T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Vaughan, ON
onsite
Permanent
60000 - 75000 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accountant to support day-to-day accounting activities for a manufacturing business in Vaughan, Ontario. This role is suited to someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and confident managing financial records with accuracy. The successful candidate will contribute to timely reporting, maintain smooth transaction processing, and help ensure the integrity of accounts across payables, receivables, and reconciliations. Responsibilities: • Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and processed within established timelines. • Prepare and review customer billings, supplier invoices, and related documentation to maintain complete and up-to-date financial records. • Perform regular account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to support accurate ledger balances. • Assist with month-end close tasks, including journal entries, account analysis, and supporting schedules. • Maintain accounting data in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and help keep system information organized and reliable. • Use Microsoft Excel to analyze financial data, track outstanding items, and prepare routine accounting reports. • Communicate with internal teams and external contacts to resolve payment, billing, and account issues efficiently.
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

Fixed Asset Accountant

Toronto, ON
onsite
Temporary
47.5 - 55 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for a Fixed Asset Accountant to support our Manufacturing client in Toronto, Ontario through a Long-term Contract assignment. This role combines day-to-day fixed asset accounting with project-related support, making it ideal for someone who is comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment. The successful candidate will bring strong attention to detail, advanced Excel capability, and experience handling multi-currency transactions and reporting. Responsibilities:• Manage fixed asset accounting activities, including additions, disposals, transfers, depreciation, and reconciliations.• Maintain accurate capital asset records and help ensure balances are properly reflected in financial reporting.• Support ongoing finance project work by reviewing, organizing, and preparing asset data for system loading and validation.• Perform detailed analysis in Excel to clean large datasets, investigate discrepancies, and improve data accuracy.• Work closely with finance, procurement, and operations teams to gather information and resolve fixed asset issues efficiently.• Assist with period-end and year-end activities related to fixed assets, ensuring deadlines and reporting requirements are met.
2026-09-18T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Mississauga, ON
onsite
Permanent
100000 - 110000 CAD / Yearly
Senior Accountant📍 Mississauga, ON (100% Onsite) Our client is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their finance team and play a key role in financial reporting, fixed asset accounting, and business partnering. This is an excellent opportunity for a CPA or CPA-track professional looking to make an impact in a collaborative, growth-oriented environment. What You'll Do<ul><li>Own fixed asset accounting, including capitalization, depreciation, reconciliations, and physical inventory reviews.</li><li>Manage lease accounting and ensure compliance with accounting standards.</li><li>Lead reporting, forecasting, and analysis for capital assets and CapEx.</li><li>Prepare month-end, quarter-end, and year-end journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reports.</li><li>Support audit, tax, and sales tax compliance activities for Canadian entities.</li><li>Partner with operational leaders to provide financial insights and support key business decisions.</li><li>Collaborate with Accounting, AP, AR, and FP&A teams to ensure accurate financial reporting.</li><li>Drive process improvements and support continuous improvement initiatives across finance.</li></ul>
2026-10-05T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

York, ON
onsite
Permanent
75000 - 95000 CAD / Yearly
About the OpportunityOur client is a respected boutique public accounting firm in the York Region area that works with privately held businesses, entrepreneurs, and not-for-profit organizations. The firm offers a broad range of accounting, assurance, tax, and advisory services and is known for its collaborative team environment and long-standing client relationships.They are looking to add a designated CPA to their growing team. This is a fully in-office role that offers exposure to a diverse client portfolio and the opportunity to take on increasing responsibility across assurance, financial reporting, and tax engagements. Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage and review a variety of assurance and accounting engagements, including compilations, reviews, and audits.</li><li>Prepare and review corporate year-end files, financial statements, and related tax compliance work.</li><li>Support owner-managed clients with tax planning and business advisory matters.</li><li>Apply ASPE and ASNPO standards across a broad range of client engagements.</li><li>Prepare and review personal, trust, and corporate tax filings along with various compliance requirements.</li><li>Build relationships with clients and provide ongoing support on accounting and tax matters.</li><li>Assist with multiple client engagements simultaneously while meeting deadlines.</li><li>Participate in busy season requirements, including occasional evening and weekend work.</li><li>Travel locally to client sites on an as-needed basis.</li></ul>
2026-09-25T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Mississauga, ON
onsite
Temporary
35 - 37 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant with hands-on experience working in a shared services environment to join a pharmaceutical organization in Mississauga, Ontario on a contract basis. In this role, you will take ownership of key accounting activities, support accurate and timely financial reporting, and contribute to a disciplined month-end close process. You will serve as a key liaison between corporate finance, shared services, and local business teams, coordinating the resolution of accounting issues, strengthening collaboration, and identifying opportunities to improve processes and efficiency. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Serve as a key liaison between corporate finance, shared services, and local business teams to address accounting inquiries, resolve issues, and ensure alignment on deliverables and reporting expectations.</li><li>Investigate accounting discrepancies and processing issues, identify root causes, and coordinate corrective actions with the appropriate teams through to resolution.</li><li>Lead core month-end accounting activities, including preparing and reviewing journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting packages for corporate finance.</li><li>Manage the full close cycle for assigned entities, coordinating shared services inputs and ensuring deadlines are met and financial information is complete, accurate, and compliant with reporting requirements.</li><li>Review work and financial information provided by shared services, address gaps or errors, and follow up on outstanding items to support a timely and accurate close.</li><li>Assess intercompany billings to confirm correct coding, reasonableness, and allocation across business units and profit centres, working with corporate and shared services teams to resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Collaborate with FP&A to analyze differences between actual results and budget or forecast and provide meaningful explanations for cost centre variances.</li><li>Perform detailed account and cost analysis to support decision-making, highlight trends, and improve financial visibility.</li><li>Identify inefficiencies in accounting workflows, handoffs, and communication between teams, and help implement practical improvements that reduce errors, rework, and delays.</li><li>Maintain adherence to accounting standards, internal controls, and company policies while strengthening process documentation and clarifying responsibilities across teams.</li><li>Support internal and external audits by coordinating documentation, responding to inquiries, and assisting with tax-related financial requests.</li><li>Apply sound judgment to prioritize deliverables, take ownership of issue resolution, and escalate matters appropriately.</li></ul>
2026-10-14T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Aurora, ON
onsite
Permanent
95000 - 110000 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support financial operations for a manufacturing organization in Aurora, Ontario. This position plays a key role in maintaining accurate records, strengthening reporting processes, and helping the business close each reporting period efficiently. The successful candidate will bring strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to work comfortably with complex reconciliations. Responsibilities:• Prepare and post journal entries while ensuring transactions are recorded accurately in the general ledger.• Lead month-end activities, including reviewing account balances, resolving discrepancies, and supporting timely financial reporting.• Analyze branch profitability, gross margin performance• Investigate revenue trends, labor, material costs, and overhead expenditures.• Partner with General Managers and operational leaders to understand business drivers and explain financial results.• Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations.• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes across multiple business units.• Maintain organized records and schedules that support audits, internal reviews, and management reporting needs.
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Toronto, ON
onsite
Contract / Temporary to Hire
42.75 - 49.5 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support key financial operations for a team in a contract position with potential for permanency. This opportunity is well suited to a detail-oriented accounting specialist who can maintain accurate records, strengthen month-end processes, and contribute to reliable financial reporting. The successful candidate will work across core accounting functions, balancing day-to-day execution with analytical review in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Oversee month-end accounting activities, ensuring deadlines are met and financial results are recorded accurately. • Prepare and review journal entries, account analyses, and supporting schedules to maintain the integrity of the general ledger. • Perform detailed reconciliations for balance sheet accounts, bank activity, and other key financial areas, resolving discrepancies promptly. • Support the preparation of internal financial statements and reporting packages by validating data and investigating variances. • Maintain accounting records within ERP platforms such as NetSuite, Oracle, or SAP, while helping improve consistency in financial processes. • Partner with internal stakeholders to gather information, clarify transactions, and ensure accounting treatment aligns with company policies. • Use Microsoft Excel to analyze large data sets, prepare reconciliations, and build working papers that support reporting accuracy. • Assist with audits and compliance-related requests by organizing documentation and providing clear support for account activity.
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Grand Bend, ON
onsite
Permanent
80000 - 100000 CAD / Yearly
Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join their team in a fully on-site role. Reporting directly to the Controller, this position is responsible for supporting the organization's day-to-day accounting operations, financial reporting, reconciliations, and month-end close activities. The successful candidate will oversee general ledger maintenance, accounts payable and receivable, account reconciliations, and financial reporting while helping strengthen internal controls and improve accounting processes. This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced, inventory-driven environment and takes pride in maintaining accurate and reliable financial information. Key Responsibilities:Financial Reporting & Close<ul><li>Lead month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries and account reconciliations</li><li>Prepare financial statements, management reporting, and supporting analyses</li><li>Investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies</li><li>Support the development and enhancement of accounting policies and internal controls</li></ul>Financing & Inventory Accounting<ul><li>Record and reconcile inventory financing transactions</li><li>Monitor financing balances and prepare supporting reporting for management</li><li>Maintain accurate accounting records related to inventory and financing activities</li></ul>Reconciliations & General Accounting<ul><li>Perform reconciliations of key general ledger accounts</li><li>Complete cash and bank reconciliations</li><li>Ensure sub-ledgers remain balanced with the general ledger</li><li>Investigate and resolve variances on a timely basis</li></ul>Accounts Receivable<ul><li>Manage customer and internal receivables</li><li>Support collection activities and account monitoring</li><li>Review transactions and ensure compliance with company policies</li></ul>Vendor & Operational Accounting Support<ul><li>Assist with vendor-related reconciliations and claims processes</li><li>Maintain inventory costing records and supporting schedules</li><li>Support accounting requirements across multiple departments</li></ul>Additional Responsibilities<ul><li>Maintain fixed asset schedules</li><li>Assist with ERP/accounting system troubleshooting and issue resolution</li><li>Participate in process improvement initiatives</li></ul>
2026-09-30T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Burlington, ON
onsite
Permanent
90000 - 105000 CAD / Yearly
Our client is a well-established and growing manufacturing organization seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join their Finance team. This is a hands-on role with a strong focus on job costing, project margin analysis, month-end reporting, and financial process improvement. The successful candidate will work closely with Finance, Operations, Project Management, Engineering, and other key stakeholders to provide accurate financial information and support business decision-making. Key ResponsibilitiesOperations & Job Costing<ul><li>Maintain accurate job costing and provide timely analysis of project margins, efficiency, and variances.</li><li>Support project reviews and identify opportunities to improve project profitability and margins.</li><li>Assist with quoting and pricing decisions by providing financial analysis and insight.</li><li>Manage annual SR&ED and other government grant applications, acting as the primary point of contact throughout the process.</li><li>Develop and enhance financial and operational KPIs in partnership with the Controller.</li><li>Provide financial insight and analysis to support operational and project-related decision-making.</li></ul>Finance & Accounting<ul><li>Manage the month-end close process and prepare accurate financial reporting, with a target close of approximately five business days.</li><li>Perform day-to-day transactional accounting activities and ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial records.</li><li>Manage job routing and job costing activities to ensure projects are accurately captured and reported.</li><li>Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory, government, and customer-mandated requirements.</li><li>Provide oversight of the day-to-day activities of the Finance team.</li><li>Maintain and strengthen internal controls and accounting processes.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, reporting, and overall efficiency.</li><li>Support the Controller with financial analysis, reporting, and ad hoc projects as required.</li></ul> Qualifications & Experience<ul><li>5+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally within a project-based manufacturing environment.</li><li>Strong understanding of job costing, project accounting, margin analysis, and month-end close.</li><li>Experience with financial reporting, reconciliations, variance analysis, and general accounting.</li><li>Strong Excel skills and experience working with ERP/accounting systems.</li><li>Post-secondary education in Accounting, Business, Finance, or a related discipline preferred.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail, organization, and time-management skills.</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.</li><li>Comfortable working independently while also contributing to a collaborative team environment.</li><li>Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively across Finance, Operations, Engineering, and Project Management.</li><li>A proactive mindset with a demonstrated ability to identify issues, improve processes, and take ownership.</li></ul>
2026-10-05T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Kitchener, ON
onsite
Permanent
85000 - 95000 CAD / Yearly
Our client is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their Finance team, assisting in maintaining the integrity of accounting information and systems, in accordance with the standard and rules under GAAP, as well as other regulatory bodies. You'll have these opportunities to reconcile, analyze and synthesize financial data from business operations. They play active role in preparation of public financial statements and other regulatory reports. Responsibilities:• Manage monthly, quarterly and year-end financial closes including assigned journal entries, balance sheet account reconciliations and accruals• Perform monthly review of financials to assess accuracy/completeness and variance analysis• Focused on revenue recognition, cut-off, contract maintenance, contract amortization/deferred revenue• Prepare audit schedules and quarterly consolidated financial statements to facilitate engagements with external auditors to ensure timely close• Assist in the development annual budgets and prepare variance analysis for management team• Ensure adherence to accounting principles and company policies• Responsible for timely and accurate ad-hoc reports as needed
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

Financial Analyst

Mississauga, ON
onsite
Permanent
80000 - 90000 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for a Financial Analyst to support financial planning, reporting, and analysis for a manufacturing operation in Mississauga, Ontario. This position focuses on turning financial data into clear business insights, helping leaders track performance, manage budgets, and make informed decisions. The successful candidate will work across accounting and finance functions, prepare meaningful reports, and contribute to ongoing process improvement in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:• Analyze financial results and operational data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improved business performance.• Prepare regular and ad hoc reports that provide management with clear, accurate, and timely financial insights.• Support budgeting, forecasting, and monthly financial review activities by compiling data and validating assumptions.• Work with accounting and finance teams to maintain reliable records and ensure reporting aligns with business requirements.• Use financial systems and reporting tools to extract, organize, and interpret information.• Apply data analysis techniques to evaluate business performance and assist with planning and decision-making.• Contribute to the improvement of reporting processes and support changes to financial workflows when required.• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to resolve reporting issues, clarify financial information, and improve data quality.
2026-10-12T00:00:00Z

Financial Analyst

Mississauga, ON
onsite
Permanent
90000 - 100000 CAD / Yearly
Job Title: Financial AnalystLocation: Mississauga, Ontario / On-siteJob Type: Full-time, Permanent Job Summary:Robert Half Canada is seeking a detail-oriented Financial Analyst on behalf of our client in the manufacturing and automotive industry. This role is responsible for supporting financial planning, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis activities that help guide business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical capabilities, sound financial acumen, and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments in a dynamic operating environment. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare and analyze financial reports, budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses</li><li>Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial planning and reporting processes</li><li>Monitor financial performance and provide insights on trends, risks, and opportunities</li><li>Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning activities</li><li>Analyze operating results and key business drivers to support decision-making</li><li>Partner with finance and cross-functional teams to gather data and support business initiatives</li><li>Prepare financial models and ad hoc analysis to support strategic and operational priorities</li><li>Assist with month-end close activities, accruals, and financial reconciliations as needed</li><li>Support process improvement initiatives to enhance reporting accuracy and efficiency</li><li>Ensure financial information is accurate, timely, and aligned with internal policies and procedures</li></ul>
2026-10-11T00:00:00Z

Bookkeeper

Kanata, ON
onsite
Permanent
75000 - 80000 CAD / Yearly
Robert Half is partnering with an organization that's looking to add a Bookkeeper to their team in Kanata. This is a full-time/permanent role on site. Advantages:-Competitive salary (75-80K)-Full benefits + RRSP/DPSP-3 weeks vacation + closed between Christmas/NYE-Free parking -Excellent team Responsibilities:• Manage full-cycle bookkeeping activities, including supplier payments, customer receipts, deposits, and daily financial transaction processing with a high level of accuracy.• Reconcile banking, credit card, and general ledger accounts regularly, ensuring records are complete and backed by clear supporting documentation.• Administer payroll, maintain payroll files, and assist with scheduled remittances and recurring statutory submissions in compliance with Canadian requirements.• Prepare and track purchase orders based on approved business needs, assigning costs correctly to projects, departments, or inventory locations.• Communicate with suppliers to resolve pricing questions, delivery concerns, billing inconsistencies, product returns, and credit requests.• Maintain accurate vendor, product, and pricing information while supporting inventory record reviews against departmental physical count results.• Monitor job costing details and prepare variance reporting to highlight spending concerns, coding errors, or omitted costs requiring follow-up.• Generate customer invoices from approved service or project documentation, record incoming payments, and follow up professionally on outstanding balances.• Partner with teams across construction, service, sales, yard or shop, store, and administration to keep source documents complete and financially accurate.
2026-10-01T00:00:00Z

Bookkeeper

Ottawa, ON
onsite
Temporary
23.75 - 27.5 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support a not-for-profit organization in Ottawa, Ontario. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys managing full-cycle bookkeeping in a part-time capacity and can work confidently across daily accounting activities. The successful candidate will bring strong experience with Sage 50 and QuickBooks while helping maintain accurate financial records, payroll processing, and audit readiness. Responsibilities: • Manage day-to-day bookkeeping activities, ensuring financial transactions are recorded accurately and on time. • Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, including invoice entry, payment tracking, and collections support. • Complete bank, account, and general ledger reconciliations to maintain reliable financial records. • Prepare trial balances and support month-end and year-end closing activities. • Assist with audit preparation by organizing documentation and responding to financial information requests. • Contribute to budget review activities by helping analyze variances and compiling supporting financial data. • Process payroll for approximately 30 hourly and salaried employees while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality. • Enter and update accounting data in Sage 50, QuickBooks, Excel, and related financial systems as required.
2026-10-06T00:00:00Z

Finance Administrator

Ottawa, ON
onsite
Permanent
65000 - 70000 CAD / Yearly
Robert Half is partnering with an excellent organization that's looking to add an experienced Finance Coordinator to their growing team. This is a full-time/permanent role. Advantages:-Competitive salary (65-70K)-Full benefits + RRSP matching-3 weeks vacation + sick days-Christmas Closure-Hybrid work model (3 days on site) after probationary period-Excellent team and culture Responsibilities:• Prepare and process a high volume of monthly invoices• Manage accounts payable by coding and entering vendor invoices, identifying discrepancies, and resolving issues• Handle employee expense claims and reconcile visa statements with supporting documentation, addressing inconsistencies with cardholders• Perform accounts receivable duties, including conducting customer collection calls to ensure timely payments• Set up and maintain project budgets and financial records within the project management system• Conduct bank reconciliations and prepare deposits, along with other banking-related tasks• Maintain strong relationships with vendors and clients by addressing inquiries and concerns efficiently• Assist with year-end financial processes and reporting• Organize and maintain financial records, ensuring a structured and accessible filing system• Provide backup support for other finance roles during peak periods or staff absences
2026-10-13T00:00:00Z

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