<p><strong>Senior Accountant – Manufacturing Industry</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Kitchener, Ontario</p><p><strong>Type:</strong> Full-Time</p><p>Are you an experienced accounting professional with a passion for the manufacturing industry? Robert Half is working with a leading manufacturing company in Kitchener, Ontario, searching for a talented Senior Accountant to join their dynamic team. </p><p>If you have a strong background in financial reporting, cost analysis, and providing strategic support, this is an exciting opportunity to grow your career while adding value to a thriving organization.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Key Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Oversee daily accounting operations, ensuring the accuracy of financial records and compliance with regulatory standards.</li><li>Prepare, analyze, and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for management and stakeholders.</li><li>Perform detailed cost accounting duties, including analyzing production costs and variances, and implementing cost-reduction strategies.</li><li>Assist in budget preparation, forecasting, and variance analysis, offering actionable recommendations to improve financial performance.</li><li>Manage fixed assets, inventory accounting, and general ledger reconciliations.</li><li>Collaborate with operations teams to provide tailored financial insights that drive efficiency within the manufacturing process.</li><li>Lead month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.</li><li>Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules, answering questions, and implementing recommendations.</li><li>Develop and maintain internal controls, policies, and procedures to safeguard company assets and promote regulatory compliance.</li><li>Mentor and support junior accounting staff, fostering professional growth.</li></ul>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Financial Analyst to join our team in Cambridge, Ontario. In this role, you will conduct comprehensive financial analyses, prepare accurate reports, and provide valuable insights to support decision-making and operational efficiency. You will also play a critical role in financial operations such as month-end processes, budgeting, and fixed asset management.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations to ensure accurate month-end financial reporting.<br>• Analyze monthly financial reports, identify discrepancies, and take corrective actions as needed.<br>• Maintain and oversee fixed asset records, including depreciation schedules and project cost tracking reports.<br>• Support budgeting processes by providing accurate forecasts for depreciation and other financial elements.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather financial data and offer actionable insights.<br>• Contribute to process improvements by identifying inefficiencies and standardizing financial procedures.<br>• Assist in the implementation and integration of financial systems and processes.<br>• Provide ad-hoc analysis and support for special projects as required.
<p>Are you an ambitious accounting professional with a passion for real estate and a drive for career advancement? Do you bring strong financial expertise and value growth, innovation, and collaboration? If so, we’re excited to welcome a Property Accountant to join our client’s growing team in Ontario.</p><p><br></p><p>Our client provides exceptional property management services while fostering an environment that supports both professional and personal growth. As a key player in their accounting team, you’ll have the opportunity to work on challenging projects, refine your skills, and contribute to a portfolio of high-value properties across the region.</p><p><br></p><p>About the Role:</p><p>As a Property Accountant, you will provide financial oversight and reporting for a range of real estate investments. Ideally, you’re someone who is actively pursuing your CPA designation through the Professional Education Program (CPA PEP) and excited about progressing in your career. Reporting directly to the Accounting Manager, you’ll ensure smooth day-to-day accounting processes, accurate reporting, and compliance with regulatory standards.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><p>· Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for assigned properties, including variance analyses and trend forecasting.</p><p>· Manage accounts payable and receivable processes, including rent collections, vendor payments, tenant reconciliations, and month-end accruals.</p><p>· Perform bank and general ledger account reconciliations.</p><p>· Assist in budget preparation, forecasting, and cost management initiatives to optimize property financial performance.</p><p>· Collaborate with property managers and leadership teams to address accounting-related concerns and opportunities.</p><p>· Ensure compliance with regulatory and tax filing requirements (property tax payments, GST/HST filings, etc.).</p><p>· Provide support for audits and financial reviews, working closely with key stakeholders.</p>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented and organized Payroll Administrator to join our team in Stratford, Ontario. In this role, you will play a vital part in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing while supporting various administrative functions. This is an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic organization that values collaboration and excellence in its operations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and submit government reports, Records of Employment, and other required forms and remittances.</p><p>• Enter and maintain accurate payroll data to ensure seamless processing.</p><p>• Reconcile bi-weekly deductions and prepare related data for payroll execution.</p><p>• Generate and distribute payroll reports to relevant departments and managers.</p><p>• Coordinate orientation and training sessions focused on payroll-related processes.</p><p>• Support the maintenance and accuracy of organizational payroll data.</p><p>• Provide administrative assistance to the Payroll Manager, including filing, mailing, and ordering office supplies.</p><p>• Maintain compliance with health and safety policies by promptly reporting any unsafe conditions.</p><p>• Complete additional tasks and duties as assigned to support payroll operations.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Firewall Subject Matter Expert (SME) specializing in Cisco and Palo Alto technologies to join our team in Hamilton, Ontario. In this contract role, you will play a key part in designing, implementing, and managing advanced firewall solutions to ensure the security and reliability of enterprise networks. This position offers an opportunity to work on complex network security challenges in a dynamic environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Serve as the lead technical expert for Cisco and Palo Alto firewall platforms, providing design, deployment, and maintenance support.<br>• Configure and manage firewall rules, policies, VPNs, and traffic inspection to enhance network security.<br>• Conduct thorough audits, analyze logs, and review policies to identify vulnerabilities and recommend improvements.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate firewall solutions into the overall security framework.<br>• Diagnose and resolve advanced network security issues, including those related to firewall performance and configurations.<br>• Monitor and optimize firewall performance to ensure scalability, reliability, and compliance with security standards.<br>• Support network segmentation and secure routing strategies across hybrid environments, including cloud and on-premises systems.<br>• Maintain detailed documentation of firewall configurations, policies, and operational procedures.<br>• Stay updated on the latest security threats, product updates, and feature enhancements for Cisco and Palo Alto technologies.
We are looking for a skilled Controller to oversee financial operations and ensure compliance with corporate and regulatory standards. Based in Kitchener, Ontario, this role involves managing forecasting, budgeting, and cost analysis while supporting the organization’s long-term financial goals. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in accounting functions, inventory management, and process improvement.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee financial forecasting, budgeting, and capital planning to support the organization’s strategic goals.<br>• Conduct quarterly close processes and prepare financial reports to ensure accuracy and compliance.<br>• Manage costing activities, including inventory valuation, perpetual inventory systems, and physical inventory counts.<br>• Collaborate with consultants to prepare tax returns and oversee SR& ED claims.<br>• Evaluate new product costs, review quotes, and provide insights to support decision-making processes.<br>• Ensure compliance with customs and border-crossing requirements, including CT PAT certification standards.<br>• Supervise insurance administration and compliance for long-lead-time inventory planning.<br>• Work with external auditors to facilitate year-end audits and ensure smooth financial reporting.<br>• Lead special projects to develop and refine forecasting and budgeting processes.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Director of Finance to lead our financial operations and strategic planning. Based in Elmira, Ontario, this role will oversee critical financial functions, ensuring the organization operates efficiently and meets its financial goals. You will play a key role in streamlining processes, managing compliance, and providing data-driven insights to support decision-making.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the development and implementation of budgeting and forecasting processes to ensure accurate financial planning.</p><p>• Oversee all accounting functions, including month-end and year-end reporting, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.</p><p>• Manage costing processes to optimize financial performance and operational efficiency.</p><p>• Implement and enhance financial systems and processes to improve reporting and data accuracy.</p><p>• Provide actionable insights and recommendations to support management decision-making based on financial analysis.</p><p>• Collaborate with external auditors during the year-end audit to ensure smooth and accurate reporting.</p><p>• Supervise the preparation of financial reports and statements to meet organizational and stakeholder requirements.</p><p>• Ensure the effective use of accounting software systems to streamline financial operations.</p><p>• Monitor and evaluate financial risks, proposing strategies to mitigate potential issues.</p><p>• Lead and mentor the finance and IT teams, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.</p>
<p>We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Controller/ Accounting Manager to join our client's team in Waterloo, Ontario. In this role, you will take charge of key accounting functions, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with deadlines. As a vital member of the team, you will contribute to the success of the organization by applying your expertise in financial processes and analysis.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare comprehensive monthly financial statements to meet internal and lender compliance requirements.</p><p>• Conduct detailed account analysis and prepare journal entries as part of the monthly review process.</p><p>• Execute month-end closing procedures using accounting software.</p><p>• Develop and maintain weekly cash flow projections to support financial planning.</p><p>• Analyze and explain budget-to-actual variances to support decision-making.</p><p>• Participate actively in process improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.</p><p>• Contribute to the preparation of work-in-progress reports and ensure alignment with budget expectations.</p><p>• Additional tasks and special projects as assigned.</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>
We are looking for a skilled Data Scientist to join our team in Guelph, Ontario. In this role, you will design and optimize systems to manage and analyze data, enabling data-driven decision-making. You will collaborate with stakeholders to create actionable insights and ensure the accuracy and accessibility of data resources.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Design, maintain, and troubleshoot systems and databases to support efficient reporting and data analysis.<br>• Develop clear documentation of processes to allow stakeholders to replicate and understand data workflows.<br>• Apply data mining, statistical modelling, and other analytical techniques to create innovative datasets and solutions.<br>• Manage a centralized repository of reports and analyses, ensuring they are accurate and easily accessible.<br>• Perform exploratory data analysis to identify trends, anomalies, and relationships within datasets.<br>• Build and maintain data pipelines to aggregate and integrate information from various sources, ensuring consistency.<br>• Offer technical support and expertise to internal and external stakeholders for data management and analysis tasks.<br>• Collaborate with teams to ensure data visualization tools effectively communicate insights to non-technical audiences.
We are looking for an experienced Bookkeeper and Office Manager to oversee financial operations and administrative functions for a dynamic organization in the beverage industry. This role requires someone with a strong attention to detail and a solid background in bookkeeping, financial reporting, and office management. Based in Milton, Ontario, this position offers the opportunity to work with a dedicated team and contribute to the company's financial health and operational efficiency.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Maintain accurate financial records, including invoices, purchase orders, accounts payable and receivable, and payroll for a team of five employees.<br>• Perform bank reconciliations for multiple accounts and ensure timely resolution of discrepancies.<br>• Prepare and analyze financial reports, such as income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.<br>• Monitor cash flow, assist with budgeting, and provide financial forecasting support.<br>• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.<br>• Manage foreign currency transactions and payments across multiple currencies, including Euro, New Zealand Dollar, and Australian Dollar.<br>• Utilize Microsoft Dynamics 365 for financial management and reporting, enhancing workflow automation and accuracy.<br>• Review and improve internal accounting procedures to optimize efficiency and maintain strong internal controls.<br>• Support year-end financial processes and collaborate with external accountants or auditors as needed.<br>• Oversee general office management tasks to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
<p>We are looking for a dedicated Help Desk Analyst to join our team in Kitchener, Ontario. The ideal candidate will provide exceptional technical support, ensuring smooth operations and resolving hardware and software issues efficiently. This role requires strong communication skills, a solid understanding of IT systems, and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Must have own vehicle, with a valid drivers license. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Respond to and resolve technical issues related to hardware, software, and network connectivity.</p><p>• Provide support for Microsoft Windows 10 and the Office suite, ensuring optimal system performance.</p><p>• Diagnose and repair desktop and laptop hardware issues to maintain functionality.</p><p>• Utilize IT ticketing systems to track, prioritize, and manage service requests.</p><p>• Troubleshoot network-related problems, including device connectivity and communication issues.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to implement solutions and support IT processes.</p><p>• Maintain and support Active Directory, printers, and other network architecture components.</p><p>• Apply Agile methodologies, such as Scrum, to manage tasks and improve efficiency.</p><p>• Offer guidance and support for Mac computers and other devices as needed.</p><p>• Conduct regular system checks to ensure a secure and optimized IT environment.</p>
We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Corporate Accountant to join our team in Cambridge, Ontario. In this role, you will oversee various financial operations, ensuring compliance with Canadian accounting standards and contributing to the organization's overall financial health. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in financial analysis, account reconciliation, and compliance, as well as a proactive approach to supporting organizational goals.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and review financial statements on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis, ensuring compliance with Canadian Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).<br>• Conduct reconciliations of balance sheet accounts, including intercompany transactions, bank accounts, and fixed assets, to maintain accurate financial records.<br>• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, including credit card reconciliations and journal entry creation.<br>• Assist in budgeting and forecasting activities, performing variance analyses to identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency.<br>• Collaborate with external auditors during audits by providing required documentation and insights.<br>• Manage tax compliance tasks, including preparing and submitting tax returns and ensuring timely payment of liabilities.<br>• Handle daily cash reconciliations and deposits while preparing payment approvals and processing transactions through online banking.<br>• Maintain financial data integrity by posting vendor bills, processing payments for multiple entities, and managing employee credit card transactions.<br>• Organize and maintain financial records, supporting the transition to electronic document management systems.<br>• Support property management operations by collecting rent, addressing past-due payments, and coordinating property repairs, maintenance, and tenant relations.
<p>Are you a natural organizer with a knack for numbers and a passion for keeping things running smoothly? We’re looking for an experienced <strong>Office Manager/Bookkeeper</strong> to be the backbone of our team. This is a hands-on role where you’ll blend leadership, problem-solving, and accounting know-how to create a workplace that runs like clockwork.</p><p>In this role, you’ll take charge of billing and transactional accounting, streamline office operations, and support a talented hybrid team. If you enjoy variety in your workday, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and want to make a real impact on both people and processes, this could be the perfect fit.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What you’ll be doing:</strong></p><ul><li>Keeping our office humming by implementing policies and procedures that drive efficiency in a hybrid workplace.</li><li>Owning the billing process from start to finish — interpreting work orders and turning them into accurate client invoices.</li><li>Managing transactional accounting: purchase orders, vendor invoices, payments, and more.</li><li>Handling accounts receivable across multiple currencies — from client receipts to collections and bank reconciliations.</li><li>Leading and supporting hybrid staff to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.</li><li>Coordinating meetings and schedules that keep our team connected and productive.</li><li>Juggling priorities with ease in a dynamic, ever-changing environment.</li></ul><p><strong>What makes you a great fit:</strong></p><ul><li>Strong background in accounts payable, bookkeeping, and office management.</li><li>A proactive leader who thrives on problem-solving and building efficient systems.</li><li>Someone who enjoys collaborating with a team while also taking ownership of their responsibilities.</li></ul><p>This isn’t just about keeping the lights on — it’s about being the go-to person who makes sure our team and office thrive. If you’re ready to step into a role where your organizational skills, financial know-how, and leadership make a daily difference, we’d love to hear from you!</p>
<p>Are you an experienced accountant who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys being involved in both finance and HR processes? Our client is seeking a General Accountant to join their team. This role is perfect for someone eager to manage accounting functions, payroll processes, and HR-related tasks while contributing to a seamless month-end close process.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities: </p><p><br></p><p>Full Cycle Accounting</p><p>· Perform bank reconciliations to ensure accurate and timely financial tracking.</p><p>· Manage the month-end close process, including responsibilities for:</p><p>· WSIB and GST/HST remittances.</p><p>· Handle prepaids, accruals, and fixed asset schedules.</p><p>· Prepare journal entries</p><p>· Generate accurate financial reports.</p><p><br></p><p>Payroll</p><p>· Process weekly payroll (approximately 3-4 hours weekly) using ADP payroll systems.</p><p>· Manage employee vacation tracking and ensure compliance with payroll regulations and policies.</p><p><br></p><p>Human Resources</p><p>· Facilitate employee onboarding and offboarding processes to support a smooth transition for staff.</p><p>· Administer and manage employee benefit programs, ensuring compliance and satisfaction.</p>
<p>Are you a detail-oriented professional with strong analytical skills and expertise in Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable processes? Our client is seeking an AR/AP Analyst to join their dynamic team. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, leveraging your experience with financial adjustments, credit applications, vendor management, and advanced analysis to drive business insights and improvements.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities: </p><p><br></p><p>Accounts Receivable (AR)</p><p>· Manage relationships and payment processes with multiple large distributors</p><p>· Discounts, credits, adjustments</p><p>· Account reconciliations.</p><p>· Analyze trends and generate actionable insights for process and performance improvements.</p><p>· Collaborate on maintaining smooth operations and integrations with EDI interfaces for large distributor transactions.</p><p>· Perform collections activities while ensuring compliance with company policies.</p><p><br></p><p>Accounts Payable (AP)</p><p>· Oversee payment processes for U.S.-based vendors and monitor invoice integrity.</p><p>· Manage multicurrency transactions and foreign exchange related to purchases.</p><p>· Support procurement efforts by sourcing vendors for raw products and materials while maintaining cost efficiency and quality standards.</p>
<p>Robert Half is seeking a <strong>Change & Risk Management Specialist</strong> for a Hamilton client. The successful consultant will drive successful organizational transformations and the seamless adoption of new technology solutions. This critical role combines expertise in change management and risk mitigation with a strong ability to engage stakeholders, assess business impacts, and foster alignment across technical and non-technical teams. This is a 6+ month engagement, with a hybrid working arrangement, 2 days in office. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Conduct stakeholder analysis to identify key influencers, role dynamics, and potential organizational constraints.</li><li>Establish and maintain communication channels to share updates, manage expectations, and solicit input.</li><li>Draft clear, professional corporate communications designed to inform and align employees and leadership on change initiatives.</li><li>Perform change impact assessments to analyze how new processes or technologies affect business units and end users.</li><li>Develop tailored resistance management strategies to address adoption challenges and accelerate change acceptance.</li><li>Design and deliver training programs, including workshops and awareness sessions, to support end-user adoption.</li><li>Conduct Business Impact Analyses (BIA) to assess critical business processes, identify dependencies, and evaluate potential risk exposures.</li><li>Partner with IT, risk management, and project teams to integrate risk mitigation strategies and compliance measures into change programs.</li><li>Track adoption metrics and provide detailed progress reports to leadership and stakeholders.</li><li>Continuously assess outcomes and recommend adjustments to change strategies where needed.</li><li>Capture lessons learned and develop a repository of best practices to enhance future change and risk management initiatives.</li></ul>
<p>Our client is a fast-growing SaaS (Software-as-a-Service) technology company operating at the intersection of innovation and collaboration. Their entrepreneurial culture fosters creativity, bold decision-making, and team-driven success. As they continue to scale, they are seeking a dynamic Corporate Controller to join the leadership team. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and are passionate about building scalable financial operations in a tech-forward business, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact. <strong>This role requires regular onsite collaboration at their Hamilton headquarters.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>As the Corporate Controller, you’ll be a key financial leader, responsible for driving operational excellence and supporting strategic growth initiatives. This role is ideal for professionals looking to expand into broader leadership within a high-growth SaaS environment. You’ll collaborate closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to optimize financial reporting, implement scalable processes, and help shape the future of our business.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Financial Close & Reporting: Lead month/quarter/year-end close across multiple entities and currencies. Deliver lender-ready financials, cash flow forecasts, variance analyses, and operating KPIs.</li><li>Tax & Compliance: Oversee HST and corporate tax filings (with advisor support), ensure regulatory compliance, and resolve backlog issues.</li><li>Audit Management: Prepare for and manage annual audits, including financial statements and disclosures under ASPE/IFRS.</li><li>Intercompany & Structure: Maintain intercompany flows, transfer pricing, and financing arrangements.</li><li>Controls & GL Oversight: Manage QuickBooks chart of accounts, reconciliations, SOPs, and internal control frameworks.</li><li>Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with teams across product, operations, and sales to align financial strategy with business goals.</li><li>Process & Systems Optimization: Champion automation and integrate systems (e.g., QBO, Stripe/ChargeOver, digital banking) into reporting workflows.</li><li>Team Leadership: Build and mentor a high-performing accounting team, fostering a culture of learning and collaboration.</li><li>Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with the COO, CEO, fractional CFOs, and Director of Financial Operations on audits, financing, and strategic initiatives.</li></ul><p><strong>Why Join?</strong></p><ul><li>Career Advancement: Grow with the organization as they scale across North America — with opportunities to expand your role and influence.</li><li>Innovative Culture: Be part of a team that values experimentation, creativity, and bold thinking.</li><li>Collaborative& Supportive Environment: Work alongside passionate professionals in a hybrid environment who believe in teamwork and shared success.</li><li>Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a strong salary, bonus, health benefits, paid vacation and stock options (eligibility for equity pool after 12 months of service).</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We’re seeking a dynamic and results-driven <strong>Associate Marketing</strong> <strong>Manager </strong>to join our innovative marketing team. This role provides an excellent opportunity to lead marketing initiatives and collaborate across departments to drive brand awareness, campaign performance, and client engagement. If you’re passionate about marketing strategies, data-driven decision-making, and driving business impact, this could be the perfect fit for you!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and implement integrated marketing campaigns to support business objectives and client acquisition strategies</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally with sales teams, creative departments, and external agencies to develop compelling marketing assets</li><li>Analyze campaign data and produce performance reports to inform decision-making and continuous optimization</li><li>Assist in managing digital marketing efforts, including SEO, PPC, email marketing, and social media</li><li>Support brand-building initiatives; ensure consistent messaging and adherence to brand guidelines across all communication channels</li><li>Stay updated on marketing trends, industry news, and competitive activity to develop innovative and cutting-edge strategies </li></ul>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Clerk to join our team in Brantford, Ontario. This Contract-to-permanent position offers an exciting opportunity to manage key financial and payroll functions within the food and food processing industry. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in accounts payable, payroll administration, and benefits coordination to ensure smooth financial operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Accurately process and review accounts payable invoices, ensuring proper allocation to general ledger codes or compliance with a three-way match process.<br>• Prepare accounts payable aging reports and compile comprehensive payment documentation for review by the Controller.<br>• Ensure timely processing of payments through checks or other designated methods.<br>• Oversee vendor setup processes, including obtaining necessary approvals and maintaining accurate records.<br>• Maintain an organized filing system for financial documents to ensure accessibility and compliance.<br>• Process weekly payroll for approximately 30 non-unionized hourly and salaried employees using the designated payroll system.<br>• Prepare journal entries related to payroll for the general ledger and reconcile payroll accounts with payroll registers.<br>• Administer group benefits programs and registered retirement pension plans, handling associated tasks and inquiries.<br>• Manage government filings and remittances related to payroll, ensuring compliance with regulations.<br>• Generate daily, weekly, and monthly reports, such as overtime summaries, headcount data, and turnover statistics.
• Lead the IT compliance and audit function, setting strategy and ensuring alignment with business and regulatory requirements.<br>• Oversee and respond to internal and external IT audit findings, including drafting and coordinating management responses.<br>• Develop, implement, and maintain compliance frameworks, policies, and procedures.<br>• Partner with internal teams and external auditors to facilitate successful IT audits and regulatory examinations.<br>• Establish and track compliance metrics, dashboards, and reporting to measure program effectiveness and highlight areas of improvement.<br>• Drive remediation efforts and ensure timely closure of audit findings and risk issues.<br>• Advise leadership on compliance risks, gaps, and mitigation strategies.<br>• Serve as a trusted advisor to technology, cybersecurity, and business leadership on audit and compliance matters.<br>Qualifications<br>• 10–15 years of experience in IT compliance, audit, or risk management functions.<br>• Strong background in IT audits, compliance oversight, and audit program management.<br>• Proven experience responding to audit findings and writing management responses.<br>• Demonstrated ability to lead or establish a compliance/audit function or program.<br>• Experience in developing and reporting compliance metrics to executives and stakeholders.<br>• Preferably experience with a Big Four audit or consulting firm (audit, risk, or advisory practice).<br>• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate technical issues into business terms.<br>• Strong organizational, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.<br>• Experience in frameworks like NIST, ISO, ITSM, etc. <br>Preferred Certifications<br>• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)<br>• Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)<br>• Certified Information Systems Security detail oriented (CISSP)<br>• Other relevant compliance, risk, or audit certifications
