We are looking for an experienced Audit Manager to join our team on a contract basis in Toronto, Ontario. In this role, you will contribute to the evaluation and management of emerging risks within global risk management frameworks. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by driving operational excellence and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Conduct thorough audits to assess the effectiveness of risk management practices and ensure compliance with organizational policies.<br>• Evaluate emerging risks and provide actionable recommendations to mitigate potential issues.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational risk management strategies.<br>• Prepare detailed reports and present findings to senior leadership, ensuring transparency and accountability.<br>• Develop and implement audit methodologies tailored to address unique challenges within global risk management.<br>• Monitor industry trends and regulatory changes to identify areas requiring attention.<br>• Facilitate risk assessments and provide expertise on mergers and acquisitions processes.<br>• Lead audit planning sessions and oversee the execution of audit programs.<br>• Support organizational initiatives aimed at improving risk management frameworks and practices.<br>• Ensure all audit activities align with high standards and internal policies.
<p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>Reporting directly to the CEO, the <strong>Chief Financial Officer (CFO)</strong> will play a pivotal role in shaping strategic financial decisions as part of the executive leadership team. This position offers the unique opportunity to succeed the current CFO transitioning into the Chief Operating Officer role—providing essential mentorship and continuity during your onboarding.</p><p>The successful candidate will oversee the financial health of the organization while driving strategic growth initiatives and operational efficiency. With a hands-on approach, you will serve as an advisor and partner to the CEO, COO, and other key leaders to ensure sustainable, long-term value creation.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Act as a strategic advisor to the CEO, COO, and other stakeholders.</li><li>Lead all aspects of <strong>finance, accounting, tax, and treasury</strong> functions, including non-financial areas as assigned.</li><li>Foster interdepartmental collaboration, ensuring alignment across sales, operations, IT, and other functions.</li><li>Develop and oversee the <strong>annual budgeting</strong> and forecasting processes.</li><li>Utilize data analytics and KPIs to drive insights and enable agile decision-making.</li><li>Manage cash flow, monitor financial covenants, and ensure <strong>GAAP-compliant financial reporting</strong>.</li><li>Oversee risk management initiatives and enhance financial controls to safeguard assets.</li><li>Partner with the leadership team to evaluate business performance and lead efforts on innovation and cost control.</li><li>Engage and coach a high-performing finance team, ensuring succession planning aligns with future goals.</li><li>Build and maintain relationships with external auditors, investors, and lenders.</li><li>Manage all aspects of <strong>public reporting</strong> to ensure compliance and transparency.</li><li>Oversee IT strategy in collaboration with IT teams to support business data and system integration.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Financial Controller to lead the accounting and financial management functions for North America. In this role, you will provide strategic financial insights, manage compliance, and oversee financial planning, reporting, and budgeting processes. This is a long-term contract opportunity for 12 months based in Toronto, Ontario, offering the chance to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Work model: 2-3 days onsite in downtown Toronto, ON office location.</p><p>Contract length: 12 mon.</p><p>Experience required: Consulting, Services, Agency, Project Management/Project Accounting </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and deliver accurate and timely financial reports for North American leadership and the global finance team, including monthly management accounts.</p><p>• Develop and refine financial dashboards and performance metrics to provide clear insights into business operations.</p><p>• Lead the annual budgeting process and quarterly forecasting activities to support strategic planning.</p><p>• Monitor project-level financial performance, ensuring profitability and effective working capital management.</p><p>• Collaborate with project managers to address financial risks and provide solutions to enhance project outcomes.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and state/provincial filings, while supporting audit processes.</p><p>• Identify and implement process improvements within the finance function to enhance efficiency and service levels.</p><p>• Manage and mentor a team of four finance professionals, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.</p>
<p><strong>Are you ready to take charge and lead the financial strategies of a growing organization? Bring your expertise and passion for driving impactful outcomes in a role that not only challenges but also rewards growth, innovation, and leadership.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Overview</strong></p><p>As the Financial Controller, you will spearhead our client's financial operations and deliver accurate, actionable insights to the executive team. You will direct accounting functions, implement operational efficiencies, and optimize financial systems to support business objectives. You’ll pave the way for smarter decision-making through meticulous analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. If you're driven by excellence and thrive on creating value, this is the role for you.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Optimize Cash Flow: </strong></p><ul><li>Develop and deliver insightful sales analyses, daily cash flow projections, and comparison reports, empowering smarter business decisions. Execute daily funds transfers, EFTs, wires, and cash flow management strategies that align with organizational priorities.</li><li>Create and enforce financial policies and procedures for seamless operational results.</li></ul><p><strong>Lead Budget Preparation:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee yearly budgets and manage monthly updates within the ERP system, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.</li></ul><p><strong>Strengthen Internal Controls:</strong></p><ul><li>Establish and monitor internal controls to safeguard company assets against fraud and theft.</li><li>Streamline accounting processes and bridge communication gaps for improved financial tracking.</li></ul><p><strong>Deliver Reports With Precision:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare weekly, monthly, and yearly financial statements, P& Ls, and audit-ready reporting.</li><li>Ensure adherence to government reporting deadlines for uncompromised compliance.</li></ul><p>B<strong>uild and Manage Teams:</strong></p><ul><li>Recruit, train, and collaborate with accounting staff to nurture a high-performing team.</li><li>Facilitate regular staff meetings to align performance and operational excellence.</li></ul><p><strong>Engage With Stakeholders:</strong></p><ul><li>Foster relationships with department heads, clients, external auditors, and financial institutions to ensure transparency and strong communication.</li></ul><p><strong>Career Growth Opportunities</strong></p><p>Our client is deeply invested in your professional growth. Through daily in-person interaction, you’ll gain the leadership experience to supercharge your financial expertise, enhance decision-making capabilities, and scale into strategic roles. By joining this growing organization, you’ll fast-track your career trajectory in an environment that equips you for executive success.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p> </p>
<p>Our Global Manufacturing client is looking for a detail-oriented and strategic Controller to join their team in Richmond Hill, Ontario. In this role, you will oversee all aspects of financial management, including reporting, compliance, and planning, while ensuring the efficient operation of accounting processes. As a key leader, you will collaborate with various departments to provide insights that drive business performance and manage financial risks effectively.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Supervise the full accounting cycle, including month-end processes, journal entries, and financial reporting, to ensure compliance with accounting standards.</p><p>• Prepare and present monthly financial results during operational review meetings, offering insights into key performance metrics.</p><p>• Act as the primary liaison for external audits, tax compliance, and periodic bank reviews, ensuring all reporting obligations are met.</p><p>• Manage and optimize financial systems and processes to streamline and standardize accounting operations.</p><p>• Oversee and mentor finance and accounting staff, providing constructive feedback and conducting annual performance reviews.</p><p>• Monitor and manage customer credit exposure, inventory liability, and expense control to mitigate financial risks.</p><p>• Maintain fixed asset records and track capital expenditures against approved budgets.</p><p>• Implement and uphold internal controls to identify and address potential financial risks.</p><p>• Develop rolling financial forecasts, including weekly profit and loss updates and cash flow projections, to support strategic decision-making.</p><p>• Collaborate with department leaders to prepare annual budgets, including sales projections, labour analysis, and expense planning.</p>
<p>Our client a fast growing multinational manufacturing company has an immediate opening for an Assistant Controller, responsibilities are as follows, </p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>• Participate in the monthly close process, including posting and reviewing journal entries and preparing </p><p>balance sheet reconciliations.</p><p>• Responsible for various financial reporting, forecasts and variance analysis.</p><p>• Oversee the general ledger, including managing journal entries and reconciling accounts.</p><p>• Support daily manufacturing operations as it relates to financials – inventory, scrap, variances, etc. </p><p>• Ensuring compliance with all accounting standards </p><p>• Purchase Requisition review and approval.</p><p>• Participate in financial audits, SOX review and remediation plans.</p><p>• Ad-hoc reporting and analyses.</p><p>• Back-fill Controller roles and responsibilities, when required.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
