5 results for Director Of Financial Systems in Waterloo, ON

Director of Finance & Administration

Hamilton, ON
onsite
Permanent
160000 - 180000 CAD / Yearly
Our client, a rapidly growing, multi-entity organization, is seeking a Director of Finance & Administration to join their senior leadership team. Based in Hamilton (fully onsite), this role offers a unique opportunity to play a key part in shaping the financial and operational strategy across the Canadian business. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on, collaborative finance leader who thrives in a high-growth environment and is eager to influence both financial performance and organizational development. The role offers strong visibility, career progression, and the chance to contribute meaningfully to business expansion and M&A initiatives across Canada. Why Join<ul><li>Be part of a high-growth organization with expansion plans across Canada</li><li>Work closely onsite with executive leadership, driving real-time decision-making and collaboration</li><li>Lead and mentor a growing team, with clear opportunities for career advancement</li><li>Play a key role in strategic initiatives, including M&A and integration</li></ul>Key ResponsibilitiesFinance Leadership<ul><li>Lead the Canadian finance team through a multi-entity monthly close in accordance with US GAAP</li><li>Oversee journal entries, reconciliations, and financial accuracy</li><li>Partner with leadership to develop annual budgets and forecasts</li><li>Deliver monthly and quarterly reporting, including financial statements, job costing, and rolling forecasts</li><li>Analyze variances, develop forecasts, and provide actionable insights</li><li>Identify and track key business KPIs to drive performance</li><li>Support treasury activities and cash management</li><li>Oversee national payroll processing, ensuring compliance and efficiency</li></ul>HR, Compliance & Operations<ul><li>Act as the key liaison with HR, supporting culture, policies, and employee programs</li><li>Lead compliance efforts across the Canadian operations</li><li>Manage relationships with external legal, tax, and regulatory partners</li><li>Oversee risk management, insurance programs, and workplace safety initiatives</li></ul>M&A & Strategic Growth<ul><li>Support end-to-end M&A activities, including evaluation, diligence, and integration</li><li>Lead financial and operational integration of acquired entities</li><li>Provide strategic insights to guide business growth and decision-making</li></ul>Compensation & Benefits<ul><li>Competitive base salary + performance incentives</li><li>Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits</li><li>Retirement savings plan with company match</li><li>Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities</li></ul>If you’re a driven finance leader looking to make a meaningful impact within a collaborative, growth-focused organization, this is an outstanding opportunity to take the next step in your career.
2026-08-20T00:00:00Z

VP/Director of Finance

Cambridge, ON
onsite
Temporary
55.4135 - 64.163 CAD / Hourly
Position OverviewOur client in southwestern Ontario is seeking an Interim Director of Finance to step into a critical leadership role and provide hands-on financial and accounting support during a period of transition. This individual will be a strong manager who is comfortable getting into the details, executing the work directly, and elevating the performance of the existing team.The ideal candidate will bring a combination of strong leadership, deep accounting knowledge, and the ability to operate effectively in an ambiguous, fast-paced environment. This role requires someone who can both inspire and empower the team while also rolling up their sleeves to ensure deliverables are completed accurately and on time. This working arrangement is onsite 5 days weekly. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Provide day-to-day leadership for the finance and accounting function across multiple global entities.</li><li>Manage and develop a team of 4 direct reports.</li><li>Lead from the front with a hands-on approach, stepping into the weeds as needed to drive execution.</li><li>Support accounting operations across 6 global entities.</li><li>Oversee multi-entity consolidations and cost center roll-ups.</li><li>Ensure a timely and accurate month-end close.</li><li>Help stabilize and improve close processes ahead of Q3 close and in preparation for year-end.</li><li>Bring structure and clarity to an environment with evolving priorities and ambiguity.</li><li>Partner with senior leadership, including opportunities to support international coordination.</li></ul>
2026-08-20T00:00:00Z

Deputy CFO / Chief Financial Officer

Mississauga, ON
onsite
Temporary
118.75 - 137.5 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for an accomplished Deputy Chief Financial Officer to provide strategic and operational finance leadership for a wholesale distribution business in Brampton, Ontario. This Contract opportunity is ideal for a senior finance executive who can guide enterprise-wide reporting, strengthen financial performance, and support informed decision-making across a complex, inventory-driven environment. The successful candidate will bring a hands-on approach to leadership while helping the organization enhance controls, improve financial processes, and support ongoing business transformation. This is a 6-mon contract with primarily onsite setting in Brampton, ON. Responsibilities:• Lead consolidated financial oversight across multiple business entities, ensuring accurate reporting and clear visibility into overall performance.• Evaluate monthly financial results, forecasts, and management analysis, offering informed challenge and recommendations to strengthen decision-making.• Prepare and deliver financial insights for key stakeholders and strategic partners, presenting complex information in a clear and practical manner.• Direct financial governance related to inventory, including control processes, operational finance support, and performance monitoring in an inventory-intensive setting.• Oversee costing practices and assess margins and profitability to improve commercial insight and support stronger pricing and cost management.• Manage treasury activities, cash flow planning, banking relationships, and required financial compliance reporting.• Provide financial leadership for funding-related matters, including lending arrangements, capital support activities, and other special financing needs.• Drive focus on working capital, liquidity, and broader financial results while identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and business performance.• Mentor and support the finance leadership team, serving as a senior advisor on complex issues and helping elevate overall finance capability.• Strengthen finance processes, internal controls, and systems within a largely manual environment, while contributing leadership through ongoing organizational change.
2026-08-20T00:00:00Z

Director, Operational Development

Brantford, ON
onsite
Permanent
150000 - 190000 CAD / Yearly
Robert Half is partnering with a growing and innovative manufacturing organization to recruit a Director, Operational Development. This crucial leadership role will be responsible for driving operational excellence, continuous improvement, and business transformation initiatives across multiple plant locations and functions across Canada and the US. Note: this role requires 50% travel in Canada and the US on an ongoing basis. The successful candidate will work closely with senior Operations and Plant leadership to design and implement scalable processes, improve operational performance, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. This is an excellent opportunity for a strategic and hands-on leader who is passionate about optimizing operations, leveraging data, and leading organizational change. Candidates who were manufacturing Controllers and have since evolved into an Operations focused role would be strong candidates for this position Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Develop and execute operational strategies aligned with corporate objectives and growth plans.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, productivity, quality, and cost effectiveness across the organization.</li><li>Lead process improvement and business transformation initiatives to enhance operational performance.</li><li>Design, optimize, and standardize processes, workflows, and operating frameworks.</li><li>Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and performance reporting tools.</li><li>Partner with operational and functional leaders to drive accountability and continuous improvement.</li><li>Lead change management initiatives, ensuring successful adoption of new processes, systems, and best practices.</li><li>Evaluate and implement technologies, tools, and reporting solutions that improve operational effectiveness.</li><li>Support leadership teams in identifying, tracking, and achieving strategic operational objectives.</li><li>Ensure operational practices align with organizational policies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.</li></ul>
2026-08-06T00:00:00Z

Finance Manager

Cambridge, ON
onsite
Permanent
110000 - 125000 CAD / Yearly
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. 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. Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Leadership & Business Partnership<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>Team Leadership<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>Audit, Compliance & Controls<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>Reporting & Process Improvement<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>
2026-08-20T00:00:00Z