We are looking for a detail-oriented Financial Analyst to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Markham, Ontario. In this role, you will use your analytical expertise to support operational and financial teams by delivering structured, data-driven insights that enable informed decision-making. This position offers a unique opportunity to work within the wood and furniture manufacturing industry, focusing on optimizing processes and identifying cost efficiencies.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Conduct in-depth analyses of operational processes, including delivery and installation, to identify inefficiencies and recommend cost-saving measures.<br>• Collaborate with project managers and department heads to provide real-time financial insights and structured data for decision-making.<br>• Utilize ERP systems, including Oracle-based software, to organize and format data effectively, addressing budget variances and project-level issues.<br>• Support finance and operations teams by interpreting data and presenting actionable recommendations.<br>• Work closely with IT and other departments to ensure data is accurately integrated and formatted for analysis.<br>• Assist in monthly reporting processes, highlighting financial discrepancies and suggesting improvements.<br>• Provide ad hoc financial reporting and analysis as required by management.<br>• Leverage tools like Microsoft Excel and Power BI to create clear and insightful reports.<br>• Facilitate communication between various departments to enhance cross-functional efficiency.<br>• Monitor project budgets and address real-time variances to ensure financial alignment.
<p>We are seeking a Project Accountant to join our finance team within an architectural engineering firm known for delivering large-scale infrastructure projects. This is an excellent opportunity for a strong corporate accountant (3–5 years’ experience) who is actively pursuing their CPA designation and looking for a role that offers meaningful growth, exposure, and career progression.</p><p><br></p><p>This position is intentionally designed as a developmental role, with the expectation that the successful candidate will grow into a more senior position within approximately 2 years. You will gain hands-on exposure to project financials, cross-functional collaboration, and finance transformation initiatives—building a highly marketable skill set and an impressive resume.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><p>• Support the financial management of multiple long-term projects, including budgeting, forecasting, cost tracking, and variance analysis</p><p>• Partner with project managers and operational teams to provide financial insights and ensure accurate project reporting</p><p>• Prepare monthly journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations related to project activity</p><p>• Assist with month-end and quarter-end close processes</p><p>• Contribute to process improvement initiatives across project accounting, reporting, and controls</p><p>• Participate in system implementations, upgrades, and finance transformation initiatives</p><p>• Help develop and refine project reporting tools, templates, and dashboards</p><p>• Support internal and external audits as required</p><p><br></p>
<p>Due to exciting growth, our client is seeking to fill a newly-created Controller position to lead financial operations for a private‑equity‑backed, multi‑location company experiencing rapid growth through acquisitions. This role requires a hands‑on leader who thrives in an on‑site, collaborative environment and can manage and develop teams across two GTA locations while building scalable financial processes.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a high‑impact role with strong career growth potential as the company continues to expand.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><br></p><p>F<strong>inancial Reporting & Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Lead financial reporting for all Canadian divisions in accordance with GAAP.</li><li>Oversee POC accounting, WIP schedules, job costing, margin analysis, and variance reporting.</li><li>Manage annual compliance reporting (T4s, EHT, WSIB, CSST) and support audits.</li><li>Deliver recurring management reporting, including sales, labour, variance, and margin analysis.</li></ul><p><strong>Payroll Oversight</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee payroll across all divisions; ensure accuracy, compliance, and timeliness.</li><li>Act as backup for payroll processing as needed.</li><li>Manage annual payroll reporting (T4s, ROEs) and ensure legislative compliance.</li><li>Partner with HR on employee data, benefits, and compensation updates.</li></ul><p><strong>Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis</strong></p><ul><li>Lead annual operating and capital budgets.</li><li>Develop sales, labour, and project margin forecasts with department leaders.</li><li>Maintain accurate charge‑out rates and cost structures.</li><li>Incorporate WIP, backlog, and POC into forecasts and projections.</li></ul><p><strong>Cash Flow & Banking</strong></p><ul><li>Lead collections and monitor cash flow, working capital, and unbilled revenue.</li><li>Maintain banking relationships and covenant compliance.</li><li>Oversee capital request and approval processes.</li></ul><p><strong>Systems, IT & Process Improvement</strong></p><ul><li>Act as primary contact with external IT providers.</li><li>Support ERP upgrades and system implementations.</li><li>Improve transaction processes, reporting accuracy, job costing, and WIP tracking.</li><li>Support onboarding and offboarding with HR.</li></ul><p><strong>Additional Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee foreign contracts and FX application.</li><li>Support annual SR& ED claims.</li><li>Approve employee expense reports.</li><li>Track KPIs and provide regular performance reporting.</li><li>Produce management reports, including Jet Reports.</li><li>Provide weekly reporting to US parent company.</li><li>Support acquisition integration activities as required.</li></ul><p><strong>Leadership Expectations</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and develop a distributed accounting and payroll team.</li><li>Maintain a visible, on‑site presence and collaborate closely with operations.</li><li>Build scalable processes aligned with growth and acquisition strategy.</li></ul>
