6 results for Fractional Controller in Thornhill, ON

Controller

Mississauga, ON
onsite
Permanent
110000 - 120000 CAD / Yearly
We are partnering with our client to recruit a hands-on Controller who will lead the accounting function and act as a strategic partner to the CFO and President. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working closely with leadership, building processes, and contributing directly to a growing organization. Our client is a growing, well-established SMB in the manufacturing space experiencing continued expansion. This is a highly collaborative, onsite environment where finance plays a key role in supporting operations and driving business decisions. Reporting to the CFO, you will oversee the full accounting cycle, mentor a small team, and provide meaningful financial insights to support business growth. Preference will be given to CPA's with the required industry experience. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead month-end close and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting</li><li>Oversee A/R, A/P, and general accounting functions, ensuring accuracy of the GL</li><li>Supervise and mentor a small accounting team, driving accountability and development</li><li>Manage cash flow, treasury, and banking relationships, including quarterly reporting</li><li>Monitor FX exposure and USD cash position</li><li>Prepare and manage the annual budget and ongoing forecasts</li><li>Coordinate year-end review engagements and liaise with external auditors</li><li>Ensure compliance with HST, WSIB, EHT, and other regulatory filings</li><li>Oversee payroll and benefits administration</li><li>Maintain fixed asset and leasing schedules</li><li>Strengthen internal controls, SOPs, and fraud prevention processes</li><li>Provide financial analysis and business insights to support leadership decision-making</li></ul>Why This Role<ul><li>Join a growing organization with strong leadership and a clear growth trajectory</li><li>Highly visible role with direct exposure to the CFO and President</li><li>Opportunity to shape processes and build out the finance function</li><li>Collaborative, onsite culture where your input makes an impact</li></ul>
2026-06-11T00:00:00Z

Controller

Toronto, ON
onsite
Contract / Temporary
50 - 60 CAD / Hourly
Position OverviewRobert Half is seeking a hands-on Controller to lead day-to-day accounting operations while helping build the financial infrastructure needed for future growth. This individual will oversee multi-entity accounting, improve processes and systems, manage reporting and compliance, and provide strategic financial support to leadership. This is an ideal opportunity for a candidate who is comfortable in a startup environment, can operate effectively with limited structure, and is willing to balance strategic input with executional ownership. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Oversee full-cycle accounting across 8 entities, including 2–3 active operating entities</li><li>Manage bookkeeping, general ledger activity, and monthly close</li><li>Prepare consolidated financial statements</li><li>Own cash flow reporting and forecasting</li><li>Process payroll for approximately 10 employees</li><li>Manage tax filings, compliance, and SR&ED credit support</li><li>Clean up and stabilize current accounting records and financial processes</li><li>Lead transition from Excel-based accounting to QuickBooks</li><li>Support future ERP implementation</li><li>Implement and manage project-based accounting practices</li><li>Track project costs, budgets, and profitability</li><li>Support investor readiness and future capital raise activity</li><li>Provide recommendations and financial insights to leadership</li><li>Help establish a scalable finance function for continued growth</li></ul>
2026-06-16T00:00:00Z

Controller

Toronto, ON
onsite
Permanent
150000 - 200000 CAD / Yearly
Robert Half is supporting a search for a Corporate Controller with a Canadian public company in the mining / natural resources space, entering an important growth phase tied to an operational restart.Reporting to the CFO, this role is a blend of hands‑on technical accounting leadership (approx. 65–70%) and budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis (approx. 30–35%). The Controller will play a key role in strengthening financial reporting, audit processes, internal controls, and performance reporting as the business scales. Key Responsibilities:Financial Reporting & Public Company Disclosure<ul><li>Lead quarterly consolidation and preparation of IFRS financial statements</li><li>Prepare quarterly and annual MD&A and support continuous disclosure filings (SEDAR+, exchange reporting)</li><li>Ensure accuracy of disclosures, footnotes, and financial sections of press releases and investor materials</li><li>Maintain accounting policies, procedures, and chart of accounts</li></ul>Audit, Technical Accounting & Controls<ul><li>Act as primary contact for external auditors for quarterly reviews and annual audit</li><li>Prepare audit schedules, manage timelines, and address management letter items</li><li>Research and document complex technical accounting matters (IFRS), including mining‑specific areas (e.g., depletion, ARO, capitalization)</li><li>Design, maintain, and enhance internal controls over financial reporting</li></ul>Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis<ul><li>Lead annual corporate budget and quarterly forecasts in partnership with operations and site finance</li><li>Consolidate site‑level budgets with corporate overhead</li><li>Perform variance analysis and provide insights to support operational and strategic decision‑making</li><li>Support board and lender reporting alongside the CFO and site finance leadership</li></ul>Cash, Treasury & Leadership<ul><li>Support liquidity planning, covenant compliance, and cash management</li><li>Work closely with site finance to ensure consistency across reporting and controls</li><li>Provide technical guidance and mentorship as the finance function evolves</li></ul>
2026-05-22T00:00:00Z

Controller

Toronto, ON
remote
Permanent
160000 - 200000 CAD / Yearly
Our client is a publicly traded financial technology organization operating within the digital asset and investment management space. The company is experiencing continued growth through both organic expansion and strategic acquisitions and is seeking a Corporate Controller to join its finance leadership team. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, this role will be responsible for leading the financial reporting function, managing the external audit process, overseeing the quarterly close cycle, and supporting the continued development of the organization's finance infrastructure and internal control environment. This position offers significant exposure to executive leadership, public company reporting, and strategic initiatives within a dynamic and evolving industry. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Lead the quarterly and annual financial reporting process, ensuring accurate and timely reporting in accordance with applicable accounting standards.</li><li>Prepare and review consolidated financial statements and supporting schedules.</li><li>Manage the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes, maintaining reporting deadlines while identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce close timelines.</li><li>Prepare financial information and supporting analyses for Management's Discussion & Analysis (MD&A) and other external reporting requirements.</li><li>Research complex accounting matters and prepare technical accounting memoranda to support accounting conclusions.</li><li>Manage the annual external audit and quarterly review processes, serving as the primary liaison with external auditors.</li><li>Coordinate audit deliverables across multiple entities and jurisdictions.</li><li>Support the CFO in maintaining and enhancing the organization's internal control framework, including compliance with public company reporting requirements.</li><li>Assist with the implementation and documentation of financial controls, policies, and procedures.</li><li>Provide leadership and oversight to a small team of accounting professionals.</li><li>Review work product, mentor team members, and support ongoing professional development.</li><li>Foster a collaborative, accountable, and high-performing finance function.</li><li>Support treasury management activities, banking relationships, and payment processes.</li><li>Oversee Canadian payroll administration.</li><li>Partner with operational teams across international locations to support reporting requirements, process improvements, and business initiatives.</li><li>Act as a key finance owner of the organization's ERP system, ensuring effective utilization and continuous enhancement.</li><li>Lead finance transformation initiatives focused on automation, scalability, process optimization, and reporting efficiency.</li><li>Support the integration of newly acquired businesses into the finance and reporting infrastructure.</li><li>Identify opportunities to leverage technology to strengthen controls and improve financial reporting processes.</li><li>Partner closely with the CFO on strategic finance initiatives, acquisitions, system implementations, and other projects supporting organizational growth.</li></ul>
2026-06-11T00:00:00Z

Assistant Controller

Mississauga, ON
onsite
Permanent
105000 - 115000 CAD / Yearly
Assistant Controller | High-Growth Manufacturing | GTA West A rapidly growing manufacturing organization is seeking a forward-thinking Assistant Controller to join its finance team. This is a high-impact role supporting the Controller while helping modernize and streamline accounting operations.We’re looking for a candidate who brings not only strong technical accounting expertise, but also a passion for automation, process improvement, and leveraging AI-driven solutions to enhance efficiency and scalability. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Support the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes</li><li>Oversee general ledger activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis</li><li>Partner on budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning initiatives</li><li>Contribute to weekly and monthly management reporting</li><li>Monitor inventory costing and cost of goods sold (COGS)</li><li>Support accounts receivable and cash collection activities</li><li>Assist with audit preparation and financial reporting requirements</li><li>Identify, design, and implement process improvements, with a strong focus on automation and AI-enabled efficiencies</li><li>Drive initiatives to reduce manual processes and enhance data accuracy and reporting speed</li><li>Supervise and mentor junior accounting staff</li></ul>
2026-06-05T00:00:00Z

Assistant Controller

Hamilton, ON
onsite
Permanent
100000 - 120000 CAD / Yearly
Our client is seeking a hands-on Assistant Controller to support the Controller and oversee the day-to-day accounting operations of a growing project-based environment. This is a great opportunity for an energetic accounting professional who enjoys both technical accounting and team leadership within a collaborative, growth-oriented private-equity environment. As the Assistant Controller, ou will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial reporting, strengthening processes, and supporting strategic decision-making. Key ResponsibilitiesAccounting Operations & Leadership<ul><li>Supervise and mentor a small accounting team, including junior accountants and clerks</li><li>Review journal entries, reconciliations, and transactional work for accuracy and completeness</li><li>Manage workflow, priorities, and deadlines across the accounting function</li></ul>Financial Reporting & General Ledger<ul><li>Oversee the full-cycle accounting process and general ledger integrity</li><li>Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements</li><li>Lead month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Analyze variances and provide insights to management</li><li>Maintain strong internal controls and adherence to accounting policies</li></ul>A/P, A/R & Cash Management<ul><li>Oversee accounts payable and receivable functions, including payments, invoicing, and collections</li><li>Monitor aging reports and support cash flow optimization</li><li>Reconcile bank accounts and manage daily cash activity</li><li>Assist with cash flow forecasting, debt tracking, and treasury activities</li></ul>Payroll & Expenses<ul><li>Review payroll processing and related reconciliations</li><li>Coordinate with HR on benefits, deductions, and compliance</li><li>Oversee employee expense reporting</li></ul>Budgeting & AnalysisSupport the preparation of budgets and forecasts<ul><li>Track actual results vs. budget and provide actionable insights</li><li>Assist leadership with financial analysis and reporting</li></ul>Audit & Compliance<ul><li>Prepare audit schedules and support external auditors and tax advisors</li><li>Ensure compliance with ASPE and regulatory requirements</li></ul>Process Improvement & Systems<ul><li>Identify opportunities to improve processes and enhance efficiencies</li><li>Support system optimization or implementation initiatives</li><li>Strengthen internal controls and reporting capabilities</li></ul>Why Join<ul><li>Hybrid work environment (4 days in office)</li><li>Opportunity to step into a leadership role with strong exposure to senior management</li><li>Growing organization with opportunities to improve processes and make an impact</li><li>Supportive and collaborative team environment</li></ul>
2026-06-15T00:00:00Z