<p>We are looking for a Finance Manager to support financial planning, reporting, and operational decision-making for our team in Kitchener- Waterloo, Ontario. This role combines hands-on analysis with oversight of core accounting activities, helping the business understand performance, manage budgets, and improve financial processes. The successful Finance Manager candidate will bring strong analytical judgment, experience working with financial systems and reporting tools, and the ability to translate complex data into practical business insights.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and review financial analyses that support budgeting, forecasting, and day-to-day business decisions.</p><p>• Lead recurring reporting activities by producing accurate financial results, variance explanations, and performance summaries for stakeholders.</p><p>• Oversee month-end close tasks and coordinate accounting-related activities to ensure timely and reliable financial information.</p><p>• Develop ad hoc reports and detailed data reviews to identify trends, risks, and opportunities across operations.</p><p>• Use reporting platforms and analytical tools, including systems such as Power BI, to improve visibility into financial performance.</p><p>• Partner with cross-functional teams to strengthen budget processes, enhance reporting quality, and support effective capacity planning.</p><p>• Recommend and implement process improvements that increase efficiency, strengthen controls, and support continuous improvement objectives.</p><p>• Contribute to specialized financial projects, including data analysis initiatives and system-related reporting changes, as required.</p>
<p>Our client is a rapidly growing Canadian organization operating in the Industrial Services sector. Through a combination of organic growth and acquisitions, the company is expanding its footprint across Canada and investing heavily in its people, processes, and systems. As a result, they are seeking a strategic and hands-on <strong>Director of Finance</strong> to help build a scalable finance function that supports continued growth.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a highly visible leadership role that combines financial stewardship, operational partnership, process improvement, and team development. Reporting to senior leadership, the Director of Finance will work closely with Sales, Operations, and other functional leaders to drive performance, improve decision-making, and support the organization's long-term strategic objectives.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead all aspects of financial reporting, month-end close, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial planning.</li><li>Act as a strategic business partner to Sales, Operations, and executive leadership, providing analysis, insights, and recommendations that drive business performance.</li><li>Develop and monitor KPIs, reporting dashboards, and performance metrics to support organizational goals.</li><li>Oversee annual review engagements, lender reporting, regulatory compliance, tax requirements, and internal controls.</li><li>Lead and mentor a growing accounting team, providing coaching, training, and career development.</li><li>Drive finance transformation initiatives, including process optimization, automation, workflow improvements, and systems enhancements.</li><li>Manage financial operations across multiple entities, including intercompany transactions and reporting.</li><li>Support acquisition activity, including due diligence, integration planning, and post-acquisition financial integration.</li><li>Establish scalable policies, processes, and controls to support a growing organization.</li><li>Deliver meaningful management reporting and variance analysis to support strategic decision-making.</li></ul><p><strong>What Makes This Opportunity Attractive?</strong></p><ul><li>Join an organization experiencing significant growth and transformation.</li><li>Play a key role in shaping finance strategy and infrastructure.</li><li>Partner directly with executive leadership and influence company-wide decisions.</li><li>Lead acquisition integration and finance modernization initiatives.</li><li>Build, mentor, and develop a growing finance team.</li><li>Opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a collaborative, entrepreneurial culture.</li><li>If you are a forward-thinking finance leader who thrives in high-growth environments and enjoys building scalable processes, driving change, and partnering with operations, we encourage you to apply.</li></ul>
<p>Our client, a growing project-based organization in Cambridge, is seeking a Director of Finance to join their senior leadership team. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for overseeing the finance function, driving process improvements, enhancing ERP utilization, and providing strategic financial support to business operations. The successful candidate will play a key role in optimizing month-end reporting, ERP system capabilities, strengthening financial controls, and partnering with operational leaders to improve profitability and decision-making.</p><p><br></p><p><u>Key Responsibilities</u></p><p>Financial Leadership & Reporting</p><ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop the finance and accounting team while promoting accountability and continuous improvement.</li><li>Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.</li><li>Maintain the integrity of the general ledger through account reconciliations, analytical reviews, and financial controls.</li><li>Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, fixed assets, and inventory accounting functions.</li><li>Coordinate year-end audit activities and serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors.</li></ul><p>Process Improvement & Systems Optimization</p><ul><li>Drive continuous improvement initiatives across finance and operational processes.</li><li>Optimize ERP workflows, automation, and reporting capabilities to improve efficiency and accuracy.</li><li>Partner with operational stakeholders to enhance project costing, revenue recognition, and transaction processing workflows.</li><li>Develop and implement standard operating procedures and accountability measures to support an efficient month-end close process.</li><li>Identify opportunities to streamline reporting and eliminate operational bottlenecks.</li></ul><p>Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis</p><ul><li>Lead budgeting and forecasting initiatives, translating operational plans into meaningful financial models.</li><li>Analyze financial performance and provide insights into key variances, trends, and business drivers.</li><li>Develop KPI dashboards and management reporting tools to improve operational visibility and profitability analysis.</li><li>Provide strategic recommendations to senior leadership to support informed decision-making and improve working capital management.</li></ul><p>Treasury & Internal Controls</p><ul><li>Maintain and strengthen internal controls, financial policies, and delegated authority processes.</li><li>Oversee cash flow management and working capital planning.</li><li>Support relationships with financial institutions and ensure compliance with lending and reporting requirements.</li><li>Assist with risk management and financial governance initiatives.</li></ul>
<p>We are looking for an experienced finance leader to guide financial management across multiple business units in Kitchener- Waterloo, Ontario. This hybrid role combines hands-on oversight of accounting activities with strategic analysis that supports operational and leadership decisions. The successful candidate will strengthen reporting, improve financial processes, and help build a scalable finance function for a growing organization.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close cycle to ensure accurate records and timely completion across all entities.</p><p>• Prepare, review, and interpret financial reports, reconciliations, and supporting documents to maintain reporting quality and consistency.</p><p>• Manage core finance operations, including accounts payable, cash oversight, and related transactional activities.</p><p>• Partner with senior leaders to assess business results, highlight financial risks, and identify opportunities for improved performance.</p><p>• Lead, coach, and support the finance team by setting clear priorities, accountability measures, and service expectations.</p><p>• Strengthen internal control practices and governance standards to support compliance, audit readiness, and organizational growth.</p><p>• Drive process enhancements by introducing automation, technology, and AI-based solutions that improve efficiency and data accuracy.</p><p>• Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning while aligning financial insights with operational needs across consulting and construction-focused business lines.</p>
<p>A well-established charitable and community-focused organization is seeking an experienced finance leader to join its team in a newly created leadership opportunity. This role is ideal for a CPA who enjoys balancing team leadership, audit oversight, financial reporting, internal controls, and hands-on operational finance responsibilities.</p><p><br></p><p>Reporting to the senior finance leader, the Manager, Finance, Audit & Compliance will play a key role in strengthening financial stewardship, supporting organizational accountability, and ensuring strong governance practices across a complex, multi-program environment. This is a hybrid opportunity with periodic travel required within a 50 km radius.</p><p><br></p><p>Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Leadership & Business Partnership</p><ul><li>Act as a strategic finance partner to operational and executive leaders, providing financial guidance, analysis, and decision support.</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and organizational initiatives through meaningful financial insights.</li><li>Partner with stakeholders across the organization to improve financial literacy and promote sound financial decision-making.</li><li>Contribute to special projects and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance organizational effectiveness.</li></ul><p>Team Leadership</p><ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop members of the finance team across accounts payable, general accounting, and related functions.</li><li>Foster a collaborative, service-oriented culture focused on accountability, professional development, and continuous improvement.</li><li>Support process optimization and scalability within the finance function.</li></ul><p>Audit, Compliance & Controls</p><ul><li>Lead the annual external audit process and serve as the primary point of contact for auditors.</li><li>Coordinate audit schedules, working papers, financial statement preparation, and year-end reporting requirements.</li><li>Maintain and enhance internal controls, governance practices, and financial policies.</li><li>Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, funding agreements, regulatory requirements, and organizational policies.</li><li>Identify financial risks and recommend strategies to strengthen controls and mitigate exposure.</li></ul><p>Reporting & Process Improvement</p><ul><li>Support accurate and timely month-end and year-end financial reporting.</li><li>Review reconciliations, journal entries, and financial analyses to ensure reporting integrity.</li><li>Develop and maintain financial policies, procedures, and documentation.</li><li>Leverage financial systems and reporting tools to improve efficiency, reporting capabilities, and decision support.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an accomplished CFO to lead the financial strategy and oversight of our organization in Cambridge, Ontario. This executive role will guide financial reporting, forecasting, and operational analysis while strengthening the finance function to support sustainable growth. The successful candidate will provide strong leadership to the finance team and serve as a trusted partner to business leaders across the company.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the organization’s overall financial direction, ensuring strong governance, accurate reporting, and sound decision-making across the business.<br>• Oversee the preparation and review of financial statements, shareholder updates, tax filings, and reports required by regulatory bodies.<br>• Manage core finance operations, including accounting, costing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and consolidated reporting for multiple locations.<br>• Direct monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, and communicate financial results to internal leadership and the parent organization.<br>• Guide cash flow planning, treasury activities, credit oversight, and financial risk management to protect the company’s financial position.<br>• Build and maintain effective internal controls, financial policies, and administrative procedures that support compliance and operational discipline.<br>• Deliver meaningful performance analysis on revenue, margins, expenses, and profitability by comparing results against budgets, forecasts, and prior periods.<br>• Partner with department leaders to develop budgets, business plans, and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency and organizational alignment.<br>• Mentor and develop the finance team, fostering an engaged culture focused on timely processing, high-quality analysis, and dependable business support.<br>• Represent the company in financial matters with lenders, insurers, external accountants, and government agencies as needed.
<p>Our client is a growing, privately owned business seeking a hands-on Accouning Manager to take ownership of the company’s financial operations. Reporting directly to the Managing Director and Company Owner, this individual will play a key role in building strong financial processes, improving systems, managing cash flow, and providing insightful financial reporting to support business growth.</p><p><br></p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for a self-motivated finance professional who enjoys being hands-on, working independently, solving problems, and taking ownership beyond the traditional boundaries of a job description.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Take ownership of the company’s finance systems, processes, policies, and controls, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency across financial and operational software.</li><li>Manage daily cash flow and prepare weekly and monthly cash-flow projections.</li><li>Lead monthly and year-end close processes, including G/L analysis, account reconciliations, financial reporting, and consolidations.</li><li>Oversee finance department operations, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, billing, collections, and payroll.</li><li>Perform and review full-cycle accounting functions across multiple entities.</li><li>Complete bank reconciliations, bookkeeping, government remittances, and adjusting journal entries.</li><li>Lead financial analysis, modelling, costing, inventory management, and cash-flow planning.</li><li>Prepare annual budgets and forecasts and monitor performance against budget on a monthly basis.</li><li>Prepare and present monthly financial reports and analysis to the owners and management team.</li><li>Manage invoice payments and collections, including ensuring invoices align with purchase orders and agreed payment terms.</li><li>Develop and maintain OPEX trackers and monitor payment terms and cash requirements.</li><li>Prepare year-end working papers and support the year-end financial reporting package.</li><li>Evaluate and continuously improve accounting policies, procedures, internal controls, and methodologies.</li><li>Support the implementation of new financial systems and participate in key financial and operational projects.</li><li>Provide insightful analysis and recommendations to management, helping connect financial results to business performance.</li><li>Take on additional responsibilities and projects as required in a growing and evolving business.</li></ul><p>Qualifications & Experience</p><ul><li>Strong controllership and full-cycle accounting experience, ideally within a privately owned or entrepreneurial environment.</li><li>Highly analytical with the ability to understand the <strong>"why"</strong> behind financial results and identify connections and opportunities.</li><li>Self-motivated <strong>starter-finisher</strong> who can work independently and take ownership from start to completion.</li><li>Comfortable operating in a dynamic, constantly changing environment where priorities can shift quickly.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>This is a high-impact role for someone who wants to build, improve, and own the finance function of a growing organization.</strong></p>
<p>Our client is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their Finance team, assisting in maintaining the integrity of accounting information and systems, in accordance with the standard and rules under GAAP, as well as other regulatory bodies. You'll have these opportunities to reconcile, analyze and synthesize financial data from business operations. They play active role in preparation of public financial statements and other regulatory reports. </p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><p>• Manage monthly, quarterly and year-end financial closes including assigned journal entries, balance sheet account reconciliations and accruals</p><p>• Perform monthly review of financials to assess accuracy/completeness and variance analysis</p><p>• Focused on revenue recognition, cut-off, contract maintenance, contract amortization/deferred revenue</p><p>• Prepare audit schedules and quarterly consolidated financial statements to facilitate engagements with external auditors to ensure timely close</p><p>• Assist in the development annual budgets and prepare variance analysis for management team</p><p>• Ensure adherence to accounting principles and company policies</p><p>• Responsible for timely and accurate ad-hoc reports as needed</p>
<p>Our client is seeking a highly analytical and business-minded Senior Financial Analyst to join their finance team. Reporting into finance leadership, this role will serve as a key business partner responsible for financial planning and analysis, budgeting, forecasting, performance reporting, financial modelling, and strategic decision support. Working closely with operational and commercial leaders, the successful candidate will provide meaningful insights that drive profitability, support business growth, and enhance decision-making across the organization.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>Financial Analysis & Reporting</p><p>• Prepare and deliver monthly financial reporting, analysis, and commentary on business performance, including revenue, gross margin, operating expenses, and profitability.</p><p>• Analyze financial and operational results, identify key trends and business drivers, and provide actionable recommendations to improve performance.</p><p>• Develop financial models, business cases, and profitability analyses to support strategic initiatives and investment decisions.</p><p>• Conduct customer, product, and business-unit profitability analysis to identify growth opportunities and areas for improvement.</p><p>• Perform cost and variance analysis, including the evaluation of standard costs and key operational metrics.</p><p>• Support senior leadership with ad hoc reporting, financial modelling, and business analysis.</p><p><br></p><p>Budgeting, Forecasting & Planning</p><p>• Lead the annual budgeting process and ongoing forecasting activities.</p><p>• Partner with department leaders to develop, maintain, and refine financial plans and performance targets.</p><p>• Analyze forecast-to-actual variances and communicate risks, opportunities, and recommendations.</p><p>• Support long-range planning initiatives and provide insight into future business performance.</p><p>• Present forecasts, financial results, and key findings to leadership teams.</p><p><br></p><p>Business Partnership & Continuous Improvement</p><p>• Act as a trusted finance partner to operational and commercial leaders across the organization.</p><p>• Provide financial analysis and decision support to improve profitability, efficiency, and overall business performance.</p><p>• Participate in cross-functional initiatives focused on process improvements, reporting enhancements, and business transformation projects.</p><p>• Identify opportunities to improve forecasting accuracy, reporting effectiveness, and financial processes.</p><p>• Assist with the implementation and optimization of financial systems, reporting tools, and business intelligence solutions.</p><p>• Collaborate closely with Accounting and other corporate functions to ensure alignment of financial objectives and reporting requirements.</p>
<p>The ideal candidate will have substantial exposure to monthly closing processes, forecasting and budgeting, and customer billing. They will be organized and approach each issue with an analytical mindset. This role is responsible for ensuring daily, weekly, and monthly time-sensitive financial activities are completed.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Ensure business transactions are reported in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)</li><li>Work closely with team members to lead and assist with the month-end close</li><li>Assist with the annual audit process including the draft of the financial statements and related notes</li><li>Research and analyze expense variances for company management</li><li>Advanced Microsoft Excel. Strong experience working with ERP systems is required, including troubleshooting transactions, understanding system integration points, leveraging reporting capabilities</li></ul><p>The ideal candidate for this role is naturally curious and comfortable solving accounting and business problems that do not have an obvious answer. When faced with ambiguity, your first instinct is to investigate, gather facts, engage the right stakeholders, and work toward a well-supported conclusion rather than wait for direction. If this describes you - then consider applying.</p><p><br></p>
We are looking for a Cost Accountant to join a manufacturing operation in Waterloo, Ontario and provide reliable financial insight that supports sound production and purchasing decisions. This position focuses on maintaining accurate product costing, reviewing operational variances, and delivering timely reporting that helps leaders understand plant performance. The successful candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to strengthen cost controls, improve data accuracy, and contribute to budgeting and ongoing efficiency initiatives.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Maintain standard cost information by reviewing historical data, validating assumptions, and updating costing records to reflect current operating conditions.<br>• Refresh raw material cost standards on a regular monthly cycle using forecast information supplied by the purchasing team.<br>• Verify that production recipes and process specifications reflect accurate run rates and labour assumptions for costing purposes.<br>• Investigate purchasing and material usage variances to identify discrepancies and keep bills of material and standard costs aligned with actual operations.<br>• Prepare cost models for new items, product changes, and initiatives aimed at reducing manufacturing spend.<br>• Collaborate with Purchasing, Research and Development, and Manufacturing to support cost approvals, track labour-related variances, and assess financial results after product launches.<br>• Produce recurring operational finance reports covering areas such as purchase price variance, labour performance, yield, inventory movements, production volumes, and overhead spending.<br>• Reconcile income statement activity by reviewing variance-related transactions and correcting inconsistencies where required.<br>• Analyze plant expenses and prepare journal entries related to labour, utilities, and inventory account reconciliations.<br>• Assist with the annual budgeting process and support cost-reduction efforts in partnership with operational finance leadership.
<p>Our client is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to lead its accounting function and oversee a team of accounting professionals.</p><p><br></p><p>Reporting directly to senior leadership, this position is responsible for financial reporting, internal controls, month-end and year-end activities, audit coordination, budgeting support, and the ongoing development of accounting processes and systems.</p><p><br></p><p>This role offers a unique blend of hands-on accounting, leadership responsibility, and business partnership within a dynamic manufacturing environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop a team of accounting professionals</li><li>Oversee the full accounting cycle, including month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Prepare and review financial statements, management reports, and financial analyses</li><li>Maintain the integrity of the general ledger and financial reporting systems</li><li>Coordinate internal and external audit requirements</li><li>Establish and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities</li><li>Analyze financial performance and provide recommendations to leadership</li><li>Identify opportunities for process improvement, automation, and reporting efficiencies</li><li>Assist with ERP optimization and systems enhancements</li><li>Partner with operational and business leaders to support organizational objectives</li></ul>
<p>We are partnering with an established organization in Cambridge to recruit an organized and detail-oriented <strong>Accounts Payable Specialist</strong> to join its finance team.</p><p>This individual will be responsible for managing day-to-day accounts payable activities, ensuring invoices are processed accurately and on time, resolving discrepancies, and supporting month-end and year-end financial processes.</p><p>The ideal candidate is proactive, organized, and comfortable working collaboratively across departments to maintain accurate financial records and strong vendor relationships.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Cambridge, ON</p><p><strong>Work Arrangement:</strong> Hybrid, 3 days in-office and 2 days remote</p><p><strong>Employment Type:</strong> Full-Time, Permanent</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Match, code, obtain approvals for, enter, and file invoices, expense reports, and cheque requisitions.</li><li>Prepare weekly payment runs, including cheques, wire transfers, and electronic funds transfers (EFTs).</li><li>Investigate, document, and resolve accounts payable discrepancies from start to finish.</li><li>Monitor accounts payable aging and ensure vendor accounts remain current.</li><li>Review and reconcile vendor statements, following up on outstanding invoices and discrepancies as required.</li><li>Communicate with internal team members to obtain invoice approvals and ensure timely processing.</li><li>Review accrued accounts payable reports and follow up on received purchase orders that have not yet been invoiced.</li><li>Perform month-end accounts payable reconciliations and closing procedures.</li><li>Prepare month-end accrual journal entries for significant expenses.</li><li>Reconcile outstanding cheques and investigate aged items.</li><li>Match packing slips to invoices and maintain accurate supporting documentation.</li><li>Perform data entry related to year-end inventory.</li><li>Assist with offsite storage activities as required.</li><li>Provide additional support with month-end and year-end closing activities as needed.</li></ul><p>Qualifications & Experience</p><ul><li>Previous experience in accounts payable or a similar accounting role.</li><li>Strong understanding of invoice processing, payment runs, vendor reconciliations, and accounts payable procedures.</li><li>Experience with month-end closing, accruals, and general ledger reconciliations is an asset.</li><li>Familiarity with purchase orders, receiving documentation, and inventory-related processes is preferred.</li><li>Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting or ERP systems.</li><li>Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.</li><li>Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.</li><li>Ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and follow issues through to resolution.</li><li>A collaborative, proactive approach and commitment to maintaining accurate financial records.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a busy public practice team. This role is well suited to someone who enjoys managing a high volume of client files while delivering accurate accounting and tax work across a range of small engagements. The successful candidate will contribute to compilation and review work, prepare corporate and personal tax returns, and maintain strong client relationships through responsive and attentive service.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare compilation and review engagement files for a diverse portfolio of small business and individual clients.<br>• Complete corporate and personal income tax returns with a high level of accuracy and attention to deadlines.<br>• Handle required organizational and government filings in accordance with applicable Canadian regulatory requirements.<br>• Communicate directly with clients to gather information, clarify issues, and build strong working relationships across multiple accounts.<br>• Support accounting processes by assisting with limited bookkeeping tasks, including maintaining financial records where needed.<br>• Perform bank reconciliations, post journal entries, and help maintain complete and accurate general ledger records.<br>• Contribute to month-end activities and ensure client files are organized, up to date, and ready for reporting.<br>• Use CaseWare, CaseView, and tax preparation software to complete files efficiently and maintain documentation standards.
<p>Our client, an established public accounting firm, is seeking a Staff Accountant / Tax Preparer to join their growing team. This opportunity is ideal for an individual working toward their CPA designation or considering the CPA path, with experience in public accounting and an interest in both accounting and taxation.</p><p><br></p><p>The successful candidate will work directly with small to mid-sized businesses, owner-managed companies, and individuals, gaining exposure to corporate accounting, year-end engagements, and tax preparation.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare corporate, personal, and partnership income tax returns</li><li>Assist with year-end engagements, including compilation and review files</li><li>Prepare working papers, account reconciliations, and financial statements</li><li>Analyze client records and identify discrepancies or areas requiring follow-up</li><li>Assist with bookkeeping and month-end accounting support for clients</li><li>Communicate with clients to obtain documentation and resolve accounting inquiries</li><li>Respond to CRA correspondence and client tax questions</li><li>Support senior accountants and managers on client engagements</li><li>Contribute to special projects and process improvements as required</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Our client is seeking a hands-on Controller to lead the accounting function for a lean manufacturing operation. This role is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys being involved in both the strategic and day-to-day aspects of finance, while serving as a key business partner to operations and leadership.</p><p><br></p><p>Reporting to the Finance Manager, the Controller will oversee financial reporting, month-end close, manufacturing costing, forecasting, compliance, and general accounting activities for the business.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a highly visible role that offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a growing organization while gaining exposure to significant business initiatives and operational projects.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes</li><li>Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reports</li><li>Manage general ledger activities and ensure the integrity of financial information</li><li>Oversee manufacturing costing, inventory accounting, labour analysis, and overhead allocations</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities</li><li>Analyze operational and financial performance and provide actionable insights to management</li><li>Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and corporate reporting requirements</li><li>Partner closely with operational leaders to improve processes and financial visibility</li><li>Support special projects, business initiatives, and due diligence activities</li><li>Supervise and mentor one direct report</li></ul><p><br></p><p>This role is well suited for someone who enjoys ownership, stability, and variety in their work. You'll have the opportunity to oversee the entire accounting function for a manufacturing operation, partner closely with leadership, and play an important role in the ongoing success of the business.</p><p><br></p><p>If you're a hands-on accounting leader who thrives in a collaborative manufacturing environment and enjoys making a tangible impact, we'd love to hear from you.</p>
<p>Our client, a well-established manufacturing organization, is seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to join their finance team. This position will play a critical role in managing customer accounts, maintaining healthy cash flow, and ensuring accurate and timely collections in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate will have strong AR experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to build positive relationships with customers while effectively managing collections and account reconciliations.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Manage the full accounts receivable cycle for a high-volume portfolio of customer accounts.</li><li>Generate and distribute customer invoices and statements accurately and on time.</li><li>Monitor aging reports and proactively follow up on overdue accounts.</li><li>Perform collections activities through phone, email, and customer correspondence.</li><li>Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies, short payments, deductions, and billing issues.</li><li>Reconcile customer accounts and maintain accurate account records.</li><li>Process cash applications, wire transfers, EFTs, and other customer payments.</li><li>Work closely with Sales, Customer Service, Operations, and Accounting teams to resolve customer concerns.</li><li>Monitor customer credit limits and escalate potential credit risks when necessary.</li><li>Assist with month-end closing activities, AR reporting, and audit requests.</li><li>Prepare aging analyses and provide updates to management regarding outstanding receivables.</li><li>Support continuous improvement initiatives related to billing, collections, and cash application processes.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Our client, an established organization in the Kitchener-Waterloo area, is seeking a <strong>Payroll Administrator</strong> to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented payroll professional with experience managing <strong>multi-provincial payroll, including Quebec</strong>, who takes pride in ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time.</p><p><br></p><p>The Payroll Administrator will be responsible for the day-to-day administration of payroll, employee data maintenance, payroll reporting, government filings, payroll calculations, and responding to employee and management inquiries.</p><p><br></p><p>Must-Have Qualifications</p><ul><li><strong>Payroll experience using Oracle is required.</strong></li><li><strong>Minimum 2 years of payroll experience.</strong></li><li><strong>Experience processing multi-provincial payroll, including Quebec, is required.</strong></li><li><strong>Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) designation is required.</strong></li><li>Strong understanding of Canadian payroll legislation and compliance requirements.</li><li>Strong attention to detail and accuracy.</li><li>Ability to manage confidential employee and financial information.</li><li>Excellent organizational skills and the ability to meet strict payroll deadlines.</li></ul><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>Payroll Processing & Administration</p><ul><li>Collect, review, and validate employee hours and payroll submissions.</li><li>Calculate and input employee hours and other payroll-related information.</li><li>Enter payroll changes and employee updates for each pay period.</li><li>Provide payroll information and support to Branch Managers as required.</li><li>Process special payroll entries, including bonus payments and other adjustments.</li><li>Calculate statutory holiday pay and other payroll-related entitlements.</li><li>Calculate and process health benefit and pension payments.</li><li>Prepare and verify employee statements of earnings.</li><li>Run payroll reports and review information for accuracy.</li><li>Prepare and process payroll-related journal entries.</li><li>Ensure payroll is processed accurately and within established deadlines.</li><li>Process payroll across multiple Canadian provinces, including Quebec.</li></ul><p>Government Reporting & Compliance</p><ul><li>Complete and submit required government forms and documentation.</li><li>Prepare and submit Employment Insurance (EI) new hire reports.</li><li>Prepare and process Records of Employment (ROEs).</li><li>Assist with the preparation, reconciliation, and distribution of annual T4s.</li><li>Ensure payroll records and documentation are accurate and properly maintained.</li><li>Maintain compliance with federal and provincial payroll legislation.</li><li>Apply Quebec-specific payroll requirements as applicable.</li></ul><p>Banking Administration</p><ul><li>Support payroll-related banking administration and processes.</li><li>Maintain open communication with banking partners and internal stakeholders.</li><li>Respond to and resolve payroll-related banking inquiries and discrepancies.</li><li>Ensure payroll funding and banking information is accurate and timely.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a Customer Service Representative to join our branch team on a contract basis. In this member-facing role, you will provide attentive day-to-day support while assisting with routine banking and administrative activities in a low-volume branch environment. This opportunity is well suited to someone who communicates clearly, understands core banking processes, and enjoys delivering reliable service to members.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Welcome members at the branch and respond to inquiries with a detail-oriented, service-focused approach<br>• Assist with everyday banking support by handling transactions and addressing questions related to credit, debit, and general account services<br>• Support branch operations through administrative tasks such as document preparation, data entry, appointment coordination, and record maintenance<br>• Manage inbound calls and email correspondence promptly, ensuring member requests are directed and resolved efficiently<br>• Work closely with branch colleagues to help maintain smooth daily operations and consistent member service<br>• Use Microsoft Word and Excel to prepare forms, update information, and complete routine reporting as needed<br>• Process service requests accurately while following established banking procedures and compliance requirements
We are looking for a Payroll Administrator to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a busy healthcare organization in Waterloo, Ontario. This role is ideal for someone who combines strong technical payroll knowledge with a service-oriented approach when assisting employees and internal partners. You will play an important part in maintaining payroll accuracy, meeting legislative obligations, and contributing to efficient day-to-day administration.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage end-to-end bi-weekly payroll processing for a varied workforce that includes salaried, hourly, unionized, and piece-rate employees.<br>• Review payroll registers and related reports to identify discrepancies, confirm accuracy, and resolve issues before payments are issued.<br>• Ensure employees, contractors, and other payees receive correct compensation within established deadlines.<br>• Prepare and maintain payroll-related records, including vacation balances, statutory deductions, garnishments, benefits, and other payroll adjustments.<br>• Work closely with Human Resources and other internal teams to keep employee information current and aligned with payroll requirements.<br>• Provide support for employment documentation and payroll forms, including records of employment, tax documents, and remittance-related paperwork.<br>• Respond to payroll inquiries from staff members and external agencies in a thorough and timely manner.<br>• Coordinate year-end payroll activities, including the preparation and distribution of T4 slips.<br>• Contribute to process improvements that strengthen payroll quality, compliance, and operational efficiency.