<p>This Financial Controller opportunity with our client downtown Toronto will be responsible for overseeing all financial and accounting functions at the company. The ideal candidate will have no less than 10 years of progressive accounting experience within a professional services firm, demonstrating strong leadership, sound judgment, and an in-depth understanding of accounting practices. This role is integral to the Firm’s financial management, compliance, and operational success.</p><p><br></p><p>• Liaise with the MP to support and execute the Firm’s operational and financial </p><p>initiatives.</p><p>• Manage the accounting department, including supervision and mentorship of </p><p>accounting clerks.</p><p>• Oversee all accounting functions, including:</p><p>o Billing & Collections</p><p>o Trust Accounting</p><p>o Accounts Receivable (A/R) and Accounts Payable (A/P)</p><p>o Bank Reconciliations</p><p>• Ensure compliance with Law Society of Ontario (LSO) and Canada Revenue </p><p>Agency (CRA) regulations applicable to the Firm and its lawyers.</p><p>• Assist with LawPro management, renewals, updates, and LSO annual filings.</p><p>• Participate in management meetings with the Managing Partner and Partnership, </p><p>as required.</p><p>• Collaborate with the Firm’s external accountants for corporate tax filings and yearend reporting (T3, T4, T5013).</p><p>• Support the transition to new accounting, billing, or practice management software, </p><p>including system selection, implementation, training, and vendor coordination.</p><p>• Work with the Managing Partner to formalize and enhance the Firm’s accounting </p><p>policies, procedures, and reporting processes.</p><p>• Promote compliance across the Firm by communicating accounting procedures </p><p>and monitoring lawyer billing and collections.</p><p>• Liaise with clients and vendors regarding invoicing, fee payments, and overdue </p><p>accounts.</p><p>• Prepare and manage Profit & Loss (P& L) and Balance Sheet statements.</p><p>• Prepare monthly cash flow forecasts and detailed financial reports for the </p><p>Managing Partner and Founding Partner, including cash positions for both general </p><p>and trust accounts</p>
<p><strong>Contract Controller – Manufacturing Industry</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Markham, ON (Onsite, 5 Days/Week)</p><p><strong>Type:</strong> Contract | Full-Time</p><p><strong>Start Date:</strong> Immediate</p><p><br></p><p>Robert Half Canada is working with a well-established manufacturing company in Markham to find a skilled <strong>Controller</strong> for a contract opportunity. This is a hands-on role ideal for a finance professional with deep experience in manufacturing operations and inventory management.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>About the Role:</strong></p><p>As Controller, you will play a key role in overseeing the financial operations of the organization, ensuring accuracy in reporting and compliance with internal controls. You’ll be responsible for managing inventory accounting, supporting month-end close activities, and delivering timely financial insights to leadership.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee all aspects of financial reporting, including preparation of monthly financial statements and P& L analysis.</li><li>Manage inventory accounting processes, ensuring accurate valuation and reconciliation.</li><li>Lead month-end close activities, including journal entries and account reconciliations.</li><li>Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support operational efficiency and cost control.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>The Organization:</strong></p><p>Our client is a private, faith-based, non-profit organization dedicated to providing exceptional care within the community. They foster an environment of teamwork, staff involvement, and continuous personal development. With progressive leadership and a commitment to collaboration, they are expanding the Finance Team and are hiring for a Controller.<strong> This role is 100% onsite in St Catharines. </strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>The Role:</strong></p><p>As the Controller, you will report to the Assistant Director of Finance and play a vital role in optimizing the organization's business efficiency and supporting strategic objectives. This role will involve month-end close, financial reporting, cash flow management, financial analysis, budgeting/forecasting, account reconciliations, and other accounting functions focused on maintaining a robust system of controls, delivering actionable insights, and ensuring compliance.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Generate precise and dependable financial records and reports to meet the needs of internal and external stakeholders.</li><li>Evaluate financial performance by comparing actual results to projected plans and forecasts, highlighting essential performance metrics.</li><li>Oversee month-end and year-end close procedures while managing the reconciliation of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll records.</li><li>Develop cash flow statements and annual budgets, working collaboratively with cross-departmental teams.</li><li>Ensure adherence to Ministry funding guidelines and accurately complete government reporting tasks.</li><li>Coordinate and oversee the preparation of audit materials for year-end submissions.</li><li>Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes and implement enhancements for greater operational efficiency.</li><li>Support the deployment of new software and systems, improving organizational reporting capabilities.</li><li>Guide and mentor team members to foster skill development and advance their professional growth within the organization.</li></ul><p><strong>What is in it for You?</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive compensation package.</li><li>Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.</li><li>Generous vacation, personal time and sick day policies.</li><li>Employer contribution to RRSPs.</li><li>Free parking and access to onsite Fitness & Wellness facilities.</li><li>Opportunity to give back to the local community.</li><li>A supportive, progressive work environment fostering onsite collaboration and innovation.</li><li>Exciting career growth opportunities within the Finance team.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Finance Business Partner – Guelph, Ontario (in office)</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Are you a newly designated CPA (or on the verge of finishing) and ready to take the next step out of public practice? This role is a great opportunity to apply your technical accounting skills in a supportive, collaborative environment where you can make a real impact — without sacrificing your work–life balance. As a <strong>Finance Business Partner</strong> on our team, you’ll gain exposure to complex and interesting transactions, contribute to process improvements, and see the direct results of your work on business decisions. You’ll also enjoy a culture that values your growth while respecting your time outside of the office.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><ul><li>Build and prepare financial statements and reports to support financial management and decision making.</li><li>Ensure accurate allocation of costs through careful analysis.</li><li>Respond to third party (banks, auditor, tax, insurance, benefits providers) inquiries as needed.</li><li>Analyze financial performance and KPIs, providing clear and insightful variance explanations.</li><li>Handle a variety of accounting tasks and complex transactions that keep things running smoothly.</li><li>Support and collaborate with team members, offering leadership when needed.</li><li>Jump in on special projects and provide coverage during peak periods, gaining exposure to new areas of finance.</li></ul>
<p>Are you a visionary financial leader with a knack for multi-entity operations, technology integration, and process improvement? If so, we have an excellent opportunity as a <strong>Group Controller</strong> for a well-established and growing distribution organization. Our client prides itself on fostering a collaborative culture and values-driven growth backed by acquisitions.</p><p><br></p><p>Reporting to the CFO and leading a team of 7-10 staff, this is a unique opportunity to lead change within a company that supports career development and values innovation. We're looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced yet supportive environment and who brings a combination of technical expertise, leadership acumen, and a collaborative spirit.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What is in it for you?</strong></p><ul><li>Low Turnover with Tenured Teams: Be part of a stable environment where existing teams have deep industry knowledge and long-standing relationships.</li><li>Growth Through Acquisitions: Join a company that’s expanding operations strategically, creating opportunities for internal career advancement.</li><li>Career Development: Become a key player in an organization that prioritizes investing in employees' growth and upward mobility.</li><li>Technology-Driven: Lead the charge in automating financial reporting and implementing ERP/dashboards for smarter, faster decision-making.</li></ul><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><strong>Accounting and Financial Reporting (ASPE)</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee financial reporting across Canadian and US business units, ensuring timely, accurate, and insights-driven consolidation on a monthly, quarterly, trailing 12-month, and annual basis.</li><li>Conduct robust variance analyses and close month-end processes within 10 business days, including workbook updates and intercompany reconciliations.</li><li>Oversee inventory valuation considerations (e.g., tariffs, landed costs, purchase discounts) and performance metrics across numerous product lines.</li></ul><p><strong>Tax Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Manage corporate tax reporting and timely compliance across Canada and the United States, including transfer pricing arrangements.</li><li>Collaborate with external tax advisors on complex filings for federal, state/provincial, and local requirements.</li></ul><p><strong>Strategic Financial Initiatives</strong></p><ul><li>Support M& A due diligence, post-acquisition integration, and financial modeling for strategic growth initiatives.</li><li>Forecast trends in working capital, backlogs, pricing margins, and customer/supplier behavior to optimize business decisions.</li><li>Drive cost reduction via operational synergies during integrations.</li></ul><p><strong>Technology Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Spearhead ERP system implementations, creating real-time KPI dashboards for more efficient decision-making.</li><li>Leverage AI and automation tools (e.g., BI tools, Expensify) to streamline tasks while maintaining rigorous controls.</li></ul><p><strong>Management & Collaboration</strong></p><ul><li>Partner with cross-functional teams (sales, operations, IT) to align financial strategy with broader business objectives.</li><li>Simplify communication of financial insights for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in North York, Ontario. In this long-term contract position, you will play a key role in managing financial transactions, ensuring timely payments, and maintaining accurate records. This role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to the leasing industry by streamlining accounts payable processes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review and validate invoices and cheque requests to ensure accuracy and compliance.<br>• Enter vendor and manufacturer invoices into the accounting system while ensuring proper coding and sorting.<br>• Match invoices to purchase orders and resolve any discrepancies identified.<br>• Handle bi-weekly cheque runs and process on-demand cheques as required.<br>• Reconcile manufacturer statements, electronic transfer payments, and sublet accounts on a regular basis.<br>• Prepare and post daily deposits while maintaining accurate journals and ledgers.<br>• Manage monthly expense analysis using Microsoft Excel and ensure reconciliation of accounts payable records with vendor statements.<br>• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies and respond to vendor inquiries promptly.<br>• Track and reconcile prepaid and accrual accounts, ensuring accurate month-end closings.<br>• Provide audit support by compiling necessary documentation and balancing intercompany accounts monthly.
