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8 results for Business Analyst in Ottawa, ON

VP/Director of Finance
  • Ottawa, ON
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 180000.00 - 220000.00 CAD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Vice President of Finance</strong></p><p><strong>Manufacturing Sector | Ottawa, ON | Hybrid</strong></p><p>Due to an internal promotion, our client in the manufacturing sector is seeking an accomplished <strong>Vice President of Finance</strong> to join its senior leadership team in Ottawa.</p><p>This is a high-impact leadership role for a <strong>CPA-designated finance executive</strong> with deep experience in <strong>manufacturing and defence</strong> environments. The Vice President of Finance will serve as a strategic business partner to the local <strong>General Manager</strong> and work closely with the <strong>Corporate CFO in the U.S.</strong> to help drive financial performance, operational discipline, and long-term growth.</p><p>The successful candidate will lead the financial direction of the Ottawa operation, combining strategic planning with hands-on oversight of financial reporting, forecasting, controls, and performance analysis. This leader will play a critical role in strengthening financial governance, supporting commercial and operational decision-making, and advancing initiatives that improve profitability, cash flow, and enterprise value.</p><p>Key Qualifications</p><ul><li>CPA designation required</li><li>10+ years of progressive finance leadership experience, ideally within manufacturing and defence</li><li>Strong expertise in standard costing, pricing, and business case analysis</li><li>Proven experience strengthening internal controls and financial governance</li><li>Background working in large, complex organizations</li><li>Demonstrated success as an effective people leader</li><li>University degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related discipline; MBA considered an asset</li></ul><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Serve as a senior finance partner to the General Manager and leadership team, providing insight to inform strategy, planning, and decision-making</li><li>Lead the annual budget process, rolling forecasts, long-range planning, and regular financial performance reviews</li><li>Evaluate pricing strategies, customer proposals, contract changes, and capital investments with a focus on margin, risk, and cash flow</li><li>Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting for local and corporate stakeholders</li><li>Maintain strong accounting practices, internal controls, and compliance with audit and corporate governance requirements</li><li>Monitor cash flow, working capital, receivables, payables, and treasury-related activities in partnership with corporate finance</li><li>Partner cross-functionally with operations, supply chain, engineering, sales, and program management to improve cost performance and operational efficiency</li><li>Develop scenario models and decision-support analysis for strategic and commercial initiatives</li><li>Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team while supporting broader transformation and process improvement initiatives</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-07-17T13:04:25Z
Director of Accounting
  • Ottawa, ON
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 50.00 - 58.00 CAD / Hourly
  • <p>Our highly reputable and well-respected client is looking for a <strong>bilingual Director of Accounting</strong> to lead finance operations for a Contract position based in Ottawa, Ontario. This role is well suited to a senior accounting leader who can bring together financial practices across two organizations while maintaining accurate, timely, and consistent reporting. The successful candidate will oversee financial statement preparation, support alignment with parent company reporting expectations, and contribute to broader strategic planning initiatives.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>- Lead the accounting function and provide direction on day-to-day financial operations in a high-volume environment.</p><p>- Prepare, review, and refine financial statements to ensure accuracy, completeness, and alignment with parent company reporting standards.</p><p>- Coordinate the financial integration of two organizations by establishing consistent processes, controls, and reporting practices.</p><p>- Guide budgeting activities, monitor financial performance, and deliver analysis to support informed business decisions.</p><p>- Oversee audit readiness and ensure documentation, reconciliations, and internal controls are maintained to a strong standard.</p><p>- Use accounting and financial systems such as ADP, BlackLine, Concur, and CRM-related tools to improve efficiency and reporting quality.</p><p>- Deliver consolidated financial reporting and ad hoc analysis for leadership as needed.</p><p>- Contribute to strategic planning by providing financial insight, risk awareness, and recommendations that support organizational goals.Our high</p>
  • 2026-07-10T14:03:58Z
Manager, Corporate Reporting
  • Ottawa, ON
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 110000.00 - 140000.00 CAD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an accomplished financial reporting leader to guide the preparation, review, and delivery of accurate financial information for a telecom services organization in Ottawa, Ontario. The Manager, Corporate Reporting role requires hands-on technical accounting expertise with strong leadership, helping ensure reporting processes are efficient, compliant, and aligned with business priorities. The successful candidate will work across finance systems and reporting activities, support high-quality analysis, and provide dependable oversight for both routine and ad hoc financial deliverables.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to support internal and external reporting needs.</p><p>• Oversee the accuracy and completeness of financial data within ERP and accounting systems, ensuring consistent application of reporting standards.</p><p>• Manage the close process and coordinate with finance team members to resolve discrepancies, improve controls, and meet reporting deadlines.</p><p>• Use tools such as BlackLine, ADP financial platforms, and other accounting applications to strengthen reconciliations and reporting efficiency.</p><p>• Analyze earnings-related metrics, including EPS impacts where applicable, and present clear financial insights to leadership.</p><p>• Produce ad hoc financial analysis and reporting to support operational decisions, strategic planning, and business performance reviews.</p><p>• Review existing reporting workflows and identify opportunities to enhance processes, including system-related improvements when required.</p><p>• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure accounting functions and reporting outputs reflect current business activity and compliance requirements.</p>
  • 2026-07-16T13:54:00Z
Senior Financial Analyst-FP & A
  • Ottawa, ON
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 130000.00 - 150000.00 CAD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a Senior Financial Analyst-FP & A to support financial planning, forecasting, and performance analysis for a growing organization in Ottawa, Ontario. In this role, you will translate financial and operational data into meaningful recommendations that help leaders make informed business decisions. You will partner with teams across the business to strengthen budgeting practices, improve reporting, and contribute to long-range planning initiatives.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the annual planning cycle by coordinating budgets, periodic forecasts, and longer-term financial outlooks that reflect organizational priorities.<br>• Develop and refine financial models that assess business performance, test scenarios, and support strategic and operational decisions.<br>• Produce regular financial reports, variance analyses, and KPI dashboards to highlight trends, risks, and opportunities for leadership.<br>• Work closely with department leaders to gather assumptions, validate inputs, and improve the accuracy of planning and forecasting activities.<br>• Analyze large and complex datasets using financial and analytical tools to uncover insights that support planning and performance management.<br>• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders across areas such as operations, sales, and engineering to address financial questions and planning needs.<br>• Identify and implement improvements to FP& A processes, reporting methods, and data workflows to increase efficiency and clarity.<br>• Present financial findings and the business rationale behind key initiatives in a clear, concise manner for senior decision-makers.<br>• Manage multiple priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards for accuracy and timeliness.
  • 2026-07-22T13:48:44Z
Contracts/ Procurement Manager
  • Ottawa, ON
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 120000.00 - 140000.00 CAD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Contracts/ Procurement Manager to join a team in Ottawa, Ontario, and lead commercial and contractual activities across complex procurement initiatives. This role oversees agreements from initial bidding through completion, while working closely with cross-functional stakeholders to protect business interests and maintain regulatory compliance. The successful candidate will bring strong judgement in contract negotiation, risk management, pricing support, and documentation control within a structured procurement environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the administration of contracts from bid support and negotiation through award, execution, modifications, and final closeout.<br>• Prepare, examine, and negotiate a wide range of commercial documents, including amendments, subcontracts, confidentiality agreements, teaming arrangements, technical assistance agreements, memoranda of understanding, software licence agreements, and support contracts.<br>• Partner with external legal counsel, finance, engineering, supply chain, and program teams to clarify obligations, address issues proactively, and reduce contractual exposure.<br>• Apply Canadian defence procurement rules and related compliance requirements, including supply manual standards, industrial benefit obligations, and controlled goods regulations.<br>• Contribute to proposal development by building compliance documentation, supporting pricing submissions, preparing cost models, and evaluating commercial risk.<br>• Direct the development and review of customer quotations to ensure accuracy, competitiveness, and alignment with contractual requirements.<br>• Maintain complete and well-organized contract records to support audits and demonstrate adherence to Canadian government expectations.<br>• Monitor contractual, financial, and schedule-related risks and implement mitigation strategies to protect project delivery and business performance.<br>• Ensure contract activities remain compliant with export control restrictions, security obligations, and other applicable regulatory commitments.
  • 2026-07-03T12:18:43Z
Chief accountant
  • Ottawa, ON
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 31.66 - 36.66 CAD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half Management Resources is the worldwide leader in specialized consulting and staffing services for senior-level accounting, finance and business systems professionals. </p><p> </p><p>Our client, a private school in Ottawa, is seeking an experienced Interim Chief Accountant for a 3-month contract to provide interim hands-on support. This highly visible role requires a professional who has great interpersonal skills, can work independently, manage the full accounting cycle and maintain strict confidentiality. This role is 100% on-site, Monday to Friday in Ottawa.</p><p>The Chief Accountant duties will include:</p><ul><li>Manage full-cycle accounting, including AP, AR, general ledger, bank reconciliations, and month-end close</li><li>Oversee payroll administration and employee contract tracking with a third-party provider</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and budget-to-actual analysis</li><li>Manage tuition billing, parent invoicing, collections, and payment processing</li><li>Process vendor invoices, payment runs, HST filings, donation receipts, and other transactions</li><li>Prepare financial information for board meetings, finance committee discussions, and annual audits</li><li>Liaise professionally with parents, school leadership, board members, and external stakeholders</li><li>Identify opportunities to strengthen financial processes, controls, and reporting accuracy</li><li>Occasional attendance at monthly Board meetings may be required</li></ul>
  • 2026-07-28T14:53:51Z
Property Accountant
  • Ottawa, ON
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 39.59 - 45.84 CAD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half Management Resources is the worldwide leader in specialized consulting and staffing services for senior-level accounting, finance, and business systems professionals. </p><p>Our Property Management client is seeking a Property Accountant for a contract of indeterminate length. In this role you will assist in the management of the financial operations of multiple properties and support accurate financial reporting. </p><p>The Property Accountant’s duties will include: </p><p>·      Process monthly rent rolls and ensure tenant ledger accuracy</p><p>·      Partnering with Property Managers to capture tenant changes and resolve account discrepancies</p><p>·      Maintaining general ledgers and reconcile bank accounts, tenant ledgers, and other financial records</p><p>·      Handling accounts payable and receivable, including invoices, payments, and reconciliations</p><p>·      Assisting with budgeting, forecasting, expense monitoring, and variance analysis</p><p>·      Preparing property tax, sales tax, and other regulatory filings</p><p>·      Other duties as required</p>
  • 2026-07-06T14:03:58Z
Plant Controller
  • Bath, ON
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 110000.00 - 130000.00 CAD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Plant Controller</strong></p><p> Our client is seeking an experienced <strong>Plant Controller</strong> to join a manufacturing operation near <strong>Kingston, Ontario</strong>. This on-site role is ideal for a finance leader who brings strong manufacturing experience and enjoys partnering with plant leadership to drive performance, improve visibility, and support operational decision-making. Based on general knowledge.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><p>·      Partner with senior leaders and operating teams to provide financial insight that supports business decisions. Based on general knowledge.</p><p>·      Analyze monthly financial results, explain variances, and identify opportunities to improve profitability and cost management. Based on general knowledge.</p><p>·      Lead budgeting, forecasting, and mid-range planning activities. Based on general knowledge.</p><p>·      Build financial models and conduct analysis to evaluate trends, risks, and opportunities. Based on general knowledge.</p><p>·      Prepare journal entries and reconciliations to ensure accurate financial records. Based on general knowledge.</p><p>·      Produce management reports and presentations that translate financial data into clear business insights. Based on general knowledge.</p><p>·      Maintain strong financial controls and support compliance with internal policies and reporting requirements. Based on general knowledge.</p><p>·      Oversee inventory and fixed asset accounting. Based on general knowledge.</p><p>·      Support health, safety, and environmental expectations across areas of responsibility. Based on general knowledge.</p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-07-14T15:33:59Z