<p><strong>Interim Director of Finance</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Mississauga, ON (Hybrid – flexible: 3 days onsite, 2 days remote)</p><p><strong>Duration:</strong> 3 months (potential for extension)</p><p><strong>Start Date:</strong> ASAP</p><p><strong>Role Overview:</strong></p><p>Our client is seeking an experienced, hands-on <strong>Interim Director of Finance</strong> to manage financial operations on a interim basis. The role focuses on budgeting, liquidity management, hands-on month-end management and team supervision while ensuring compliance with global and local financial standards.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and complete the <strong>budgeting process</strong> within the ERP system.</li><li>Oversee <strong>liquidity management</strong> and deliver accurate short- and long-term forecasts.</li><li>Analyze and interpret financial data with precision and actionable insights.</li><li>Manage <strong>month-end close procedures</strong> and streamline processes.</li><li>Ensure compliance with required <strong>reporting standards</strong> (IFRS, ASPE).</li><li>Supervise and support 3 direct reports (AR, AP, Payroll).</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>This Financial Controller opportunity with our client downtown Toronto will be responsible for overseeing all financial and accounting functions at the company. The ideal candidate will have no less than 10 years of progressive accounting experience within a professional services firm, demonstrating strong leadership, sound judgment, and an in-depth understanding of accounting practices. This role is integral to the Firm’s financial management, compliance, and operational success.</p><p><br></p><p>• Liaise with the MP to support and execute the Firm’s operational and financial </p><p>initiatives.</p><p>• Manage the accounting department, including supervision and mentorship of </p><p>accounting clerks.</p><p>• Oversee all accounting functions, including:</p><p>o Billing & Collections</p><p>o Trust Accounting</p><p>o Accounts Receivable (A/R) and Accounts Payable (A/P)</p><p>o Bank Reconciliations</p><p>• Ensure compliance with Law Society of Ontario (LSO) and Canada Revenue </p><p>Agency (CRA) regulations applicable to the Firm and its lawyers.</p><p>• Assist with LawPro management, renewals, updates, and LSO annual filings.</p><p>• Participate in management meetings with the Managing Partner and Partnership, </p><p>as required.</p><p>• Collaborate with the Firm’s external accountants for corporate tax filings and yearend reporting (T3, T4, T5013).</p><p>• Support the transition to new accounting, billing, or practice management software, </p><p>including system selection, implementation, training, and vendor coordination.</p><p>• Work with the Managing Partner to formalize and enhance the Firm’s accounting </p><p>policies, procedures, and reporting processes.</p><p>• Promote compliance across the Firm by communicating accounting procedures </p><p>and monitoring lawyer billing and collections.</p><p>• Liaise with clients and vendors regarding invoicing, fee payments, and overdue </p><p>accounts.</p><p>• Prepare and manage Profit & Loss (P& L) and Balance Sheet statements.</p><p>• Prepare monthly cash flow forecasts and detailed financial reports for the </p><p>Managing Partner and Founding Partner, including cash positions for both general </p><p>and trust accounts</p>
<p><strong>Job Description: Assistant Controller</strong></p><p><strong>Work Arrangement: Onsite daily</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Position Overview:</strong> We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented <strong>Assistant Controller</strong> to join our finance and accounting team. The Assistant Controller will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy of financial records, maintaining subledgers, performing day-to-day accounting tasks, preparing financial statements, and assisting with financial reporting. This role requires a strong grasp of advanced Excel functions, proficiency in Yardi Voyager, and a passion for implementing efficient accounting processes through the development and documentation of standard operating procedures (SOPs).</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage daily accounting activities, including general ledger maintenance, journal entries, reconciliations, and subledger verification.</li><li>Ensure timely and accurate processing of transactions while maintaining compliance with corporate accounting policies and applicable regulations.</li><li>Prepare accurate and timely financial statements and reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.</li><li>Assist in the preparation of variance analyses and management reporting packages.</li><li>Review and monitor subledger accounts to ensure completeness and accuracy.</li><li>Resolve discrepancies and improve the integrity of financial records by performing thorough subledger clean-up efforts.</li><li>Use advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and complex formulas, to analyze data and streamline accounting functions.</li><li>Develop financial models and templates to enhance reporting efficiency.</li><li>Leverage expertise in Yardi Voyager to manage accounts, monitor transactions, generate reports, and support accounting workflows.</li><li>Serve as the go-to resource for troubleshooting issues and ensuring effective system utilization.</li><li>Identify opportunities to enhance accounting processes and internal controls.</li><li>Develop, document, and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) to promote consistency and efficiency within the finance function.</li><li>Work closely with the Controller and other team members to support monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.</li><li>Assist with audits, special projects, and ad-hoc financial requests as needed.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Contract Controller – Manufacturing Industry</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Markham, ON (Onsite, 5 Days/Week)</p><p><strong>Type:</strong> Contract | Full-Time</p><p><strong>Start Date:</strong> Immediate</p><p><br></p><p>Robert Half Canada is working with a well-established manufacturing company in Markham to find a skilled <strong>Controller</strong> for a contract opportunity. This is a hands-on role ideal for a finance professional with deep experience in manufacturing operations and inventory management.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>About the Role:</strong></p><p>As Controller, you will play a key role in overseeing the financial operations of the organization, ensuring accuracy in reporting and compliance with internal controls. You’ll be responsible for managing inventory accounting, supporting month-end close activities, and delivering timely financial insights to leadership.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee all aspects of financial reporting, including preparation of monthly financial statements and P& L analysis.</li><li>Manage inventory accounting processes, ensuring accurate valuation and reconciliation.</li><li>Lead month-end close activities, including journal entries and account reconciliations.</li><li>Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support operational efficiency and cost control.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES</strong></p><p>· Safeguard assets and assure accurate and timely recording of all transactions by implementing disciplines of internal audits, controls and checks across all departments </p><p>· Manage the accuracy and productivity of day-to-day activities of accounts payable, cash disbursements, invoicing/billing, customer credits and collections, payroll, perpetual inventory integrity, fixed asset records, general & entity accounting, cost accounting, Human Resources, and IT Systems/Operations, Software Requirements etc. </p><p>· Develop, improve and issue timely monthly financial records for Executive Director, Development and Board of Directors </p><p>· Assure financial plans are consistent with organizational goals </p><p>· Provide financial analysis tools to evaluate company ventures or special projects, programs, capital expenditures, products costing, etc. when necessary </p><p>· Manage commercial banking relationships to facilitate an appropriate credit resource under highly competitive terms </p><p>· Assure that assets are not awkwardly encumbered with personal guarantees or unrealistic commitments </p><p>· Work closely with Executive Director in the development and economic evaluation of various fringe benefit programs for staff and program components </p><p>· Interface with outside audit firms(s), banks and lessors, casualty/liability insurance agent(s), credit card companies, and collection agencies </p><p>· Manage IT System - Interface with IT provider, software provider and internal staff.</p><p>· Other duties as necessary </p><p><strong>SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY</strong></p><p>Manages the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the Accounting/Finance, Operations, & HR Departments. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the company policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, planning, assigning, directing work, rewarding, disciplining employees, performance reviews, and addressing complaints and resolving problems</p><p> <strong>OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:</strong> </p><p>· Support company through exemplary workmanship</p><p>· Represent company and liaise with worldwide agency network as required.</p><p>· Any other duties as directed by the President</p>
<p>Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for investment management and operational excellence? Robert Half is seeking a skilled <strong>Portfolio Administrator</strong> on behalf of our client, a reputable and well-established investment management firm. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in ensuring operational accuracy and supporting client service for a high-performing team within the financial services industry.</p><p><br></p><p>In this position, you will be responsible for tasks such as client onboarding, daily reconciliations, pooled fund trading oversight, and ensuring compliance with regulatory processes. If you have a client-focused mindset, deep financial knowledge, and impeccable attention to detail, we encourage you to apply today.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and maintain accurate reports for clients, management, and internal stakeholders.</li><li>Facilitate client onboarding by managing account opening documentation and ensuring compliance with KYC and FATCA requirements.</li><li>Handle client requests with professionalism and accuracy, including correspondence and reporting.</li><li>Reconcile daily transactions between internal systems and custodians for accuracy and efficiency.</li><li>Provide support for pooled fund activities, including trade tracking, NAV (Net Asset Value) calculations, and financial reporting processes.</li><li>Review trade allocations to ensure compliance and accuracy while adhering to firm and regulatory guidelines.</li><li>Assist in drafting and distributing client communications, as well as supporting regulatory filings and internal recordkeeping efforts.</li><li>Coordinate presentations, client events, and other related activities as needed.</li></ul><p> </p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p><strong>The Organization:</strong></p><p>Our client is a private, faith-based, non-profit organization dedicated to providing exceptional care within the community. They foster an environment of teamwork, staff involvement, and continuous personal development. With progressive leadership and a commitment to collaboration, they are expanding the Finance Team and are hiring for a Controller.<strong> This role is 100% onsite in St Catharines. </strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>The Role:</strong></p><p>As the Controller, you will report to the Assistant Director of Finance and play a vital role in optimizing the organization's business efficiency and supporting strategic objectives. This role will involve month-end close, financial reporting, cash flow management, financial analysis, budgeting/forecasting, account reconciliations, and other accounting functions focused on maintaining a robust system of controls, delivering actionable insights, and ensuring compliance.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Generate precise and dependable financial records and reports to meet the needs of internal and external stakeholders.</li><li>Evaluate financial performance by comparing actual results to projected plans and forecasts, highlighting essential performance metrics.</li><li>Oversee month-end and year-end close procedures while managing the reconciliation of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll records.</li><li>Develop cash flow statements and annual budgets, working collaboratively with cross-departmental teams.</li><li>Ensure adherence to Ministry funding guidelines and accurately complete government reporting tasks.</li><li>Coordinate and oversee the preparation of audit materials for year-end submissions.</li><li>Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes and implement enhancements for greater operational efficiency.</li><li>Support the deployment of new software and systems, improving organizational reporting capabilities.</li><li>Guide and mentor team members to foster skill development and advance their professional growth within the organization.</li></ul><p><strong>What is in it for You?</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive compensation package.</li><li>Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.</li><li>Generous vacation, personal time and sick day policies.</li><li>Employer contribution to RRSPs.</li><li>Free parking and access to onsite Fitness & Wellness facilities.</li><li>Opportunity to give back to the local community.</li><li>A supportive, progressive work environment fostering onsite collaboration and innovation.</li><li>Exciting career growth opportunities within the Finance team.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
