<p>Robert Half Management Resources is the worldwide leader in specialized consulting and staffing services for senior-level accounting, finance and business systems professionals. </p><p><br></p><p>Our downtown public sector client is looking for a <strong>Chief Financial Officer for a six-month contract</strong>. In this role you will lead finance activities, including reporting, audit, control and management. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>The CFO’s duties include:</strong></p><p>-Providing strategic leadership in enhancing corporate management infrastructure to ensure organizational financial health</p><p>-Developing and maintaining relationships with key public sector stakeholders</p><p>-Directing service delivery across financial, budgetary, and operational functions including expenditure management, business planning and risk management</p><p>-Overseeing investment portfolio management, including strategic planning, asset allocation, and performance evaluation</p><p>-Act as a principal advisor to senior management on resource management, financial forecasting, and budgeting</p><p>-Leading transformative initiatives to modernize finance and accounting functions, ensuring data security, business continuity, and accountability</p><p>-Other duties as required</p>
<p>Due to a retirement, our downtown client is seeking an experienced Director of Finance to lead financial operations and accounting services for their respected organization based in Ottawa, Ontario. This role involves overseeing a skilled accounting team, collaborating with international partners, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and organizational standards. The ideal candidate will excel in strategic planning, financial management, and team leadership.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Provide strategic financial guidance to leadership teams, enabling informed decision-making and alignment with organizational goals.</p><p>• Develop and manage comprehensive budgets, consolidate financial data, and deliver accurate forecasts for internal and external stakeholders.</p><p>• Oversee cash flow management, fund transfers, and investment strategies while ensuring regulatory compliance.</p><p>• Establish and maintain robust internal controls, ensuring accuracy and compliance in all accounting operations.</p><p>• Supervise the preparation of financial statements, coordinate audits, and ensure adherence to reporting standards.</p><p>• Lead and mentor the accounting team, fostering growth and conducting performance evaluations.</p><p>• Collaborate with international and local treasurers, providing training and support to enhance financial capabilities.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with tax regulations, charitable organization requirements, and Canon Law, preparing necessary reports and filings.</p><p>• Participate in committees and special projects, contributing to organizational strategies and initiatives.</p><p>• Support the management of legacies, wills, and other financial matters as needed.</p>
<p>Robert Half Ottawa is currently partnering with a client who is looking for a dedicated Director/Manager of Financial Reporting to lead the preparation and review of internal and external financial reports in compliance with industry standards. This role is integral to ensuring accurate and timely financial disclosures, guiding technical accounting practices, and collaborating with auditors. The ideal candidate will also drive improvements in processes and policies to maintain the highest standards of financial reporting.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Oversee the preparation and consolidation of financial statements, ensuring full compliance with applicable accounting standards.</p><p>• Analyze and review financial disclosures to meet regulatory and reporting requirements.</p><p>• Lead the establishment and maintenance of company accounting policies, ensuring alignment with current standards and evaluating their impacts.</p><p>• Manage month-end and quarter-end close processes to deliver accurate and timely financial reports.</p><p>• Direct the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes to support strategic planning.</p><p>• Prepare and present financial data to senior leadership, the board of directors, and other stakeholders.</p><p>• Provide expert technical accounting guidance for complex issues, such as revenue recognition and asset impairments.</p><p>• Collaborate with external auditors during interim reviews and year-end audits to ensure smooth processes.</p><p>• Develop and enhance processes and controls to maintain the quality and integrity of financial reporting.</p><p>• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure transparency and alignment in financial operations.</p>
<p>We are looking for a skilled, designated Accounting Manager to oversee and manage the day-to-day financial operations for our client in Ottawa, Ontario. This role requires a strong leader capable of driving team development, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and maintaining effective internal controls to safeguard assets. You will play a pivotal role in optimizing processes, supporting scalable operations, and contributing to strategic initiatives.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead and mentor a finance team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and attention to detail in their development.</p><p>• Drive process enhancements and recommend innovative solutions to improve operational efficiency and reduce financial close timelines.</p><p>• Ensure accurate and timely reporting of operating and capital expenditures, including managing accounts payable, cash disbursements, corporate travel, and asset management.</p><p>• Approve month-end journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting deliverables to ensure compliance and accuracy.</p><p>• Oversee fixed asset accounting processes, including capitalization, depreciation, disposals, impairment assessments, and tracking.</p><p>• Coordinate physical inventory counts and reconcile fixed assets to maintain accurate records.</p><p>• Collaborate with external reporting and technical accounting teams to review supplier contracts and ensure proper recognition of complex transactions.</p><p>• Develop, implement, and maintain financial reporting systems, ensuring robust internal controls and data integrity.</p><p>• Partner with procurement and operations teams on asset capitalization, capital projects, and purchase requisitions.</p><p>• Act as a finance lead in strategic initiatives and business transformation projects to drive organizational growth.</p>
