<p><strong>Elevate Your Career—Join Client's Team as a Senior Cost Accountant!</strong></p><p>Ready to maximize your impact and provide strategic financial guidance in a dynamic manufacturing environment? Robert Half is seeking a highly skilled <strong>Senior Cost Accountant</strong> to join our client’s thriving Hamilton-based team. Partner with top-tier professionals, drive data-driven decision-making, and lead critical financial functions that enable operational excellence. Reporting directly to the Controller, this role empowers you to take ownership of vital processes and craft innovative solutions while contributing directly to growth and efficiency.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Why This Opportunity Stands Out:</strong></p><ul><li>Play a key role in optimizing plant performance through precise cost analyses and actionable reporting.</li><li>Shape organizational strategy by delivering insights that guide leadership discussions.</li><li>Showcase robust cross-functional collaboration skills while providing financial expertise across departments.</li></ul><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>Act, analyze, and innovate—this role is designed for proactive professionals ready to lead and make an impact:</p><ul><li>Drive action in financial reporting by partnering with the finance team to deliver timely monthly reports and support audit preparations.</li><li>Lead costing initiatives by maintaining, updating, and monitoring standard cost systems while identifying and resolving variances.</li><li>Guide annual planning—support key rollups for costing and budgeting processes critical to long-term operational excellence.</li><li>Analyze performance metrics such as monthly operating results, productivity deviations, and forecasts, recommending viable solutions to improve outcomes.</li><li>Champion inventory management by overseeing variance analysis for annual physical inventories.</li><li>Deliver results-oriented reporting—prepare weekly KPIs, deviation summaries, and ad-hoc analyses to drive informed decision-making.</li><li>Innovate with technology—develop databases to streamline tracking of performance metrics.</li><li>Commit to compliance by ensuring adherence to accounting standards and effective controls at all times.</li></ul><p><strong>Skills & Qualifications:</strong></p><p>Your experience and expertise will fuel success in this role:</p><ul><li>Demonstrated leadership: Minimum of 3 years in cost accounting, cost analysis, or a similar role within the manufacturing sector.</li><li>Technical expertise: Proven proficiency in standard cost accounting systems and advanced Excel functionality.</li><li>Effective communicator: Strong interpersonal skills for collaboration with senior leadership teams, head office personnel, and cross-functional departments.</li><li>Operational experience: Mastery of month-end close processes and annual physical inventory analysis.</li><li>Professional certification: CPA designation required for strategic contributions to financial planning and reporting.</li></ul><p><strong>Take the Next Step in Your Career:</strong></p><p>Become a valued contributor to a team that champions performance, accountability, in-person collaboration and mentorship, and continuous improvement.</p>
<p>We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Controller role. The role involves leading the accounting team, ensuring compliance with financial policies, driving continuous improvement for financial processes, and managing corporate accounting. As the Controller, you will play a crucial role in our client's dynamic and fast-paced workplace.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Leading the accounting team through effective coaching and development to foster a strong team spirit.</p><p>• Ensuring organization-wide compliance with all financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.</p><p>• Continually improving financial processes, systems, and reporting mechanisms.</p><p>• Ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of all financial reports.</p><p>• Managing all aspects of corporate accounting, financial reporting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, inventory, tax, and other required reports.</p><p>• Overseeing all aspects of the general ledger, including journal entries, month-end and year-end entries, and closure of periods.</p><p>• Preparing all necessary documents for the annual audit, organizing inventory counts, and meeting other audit requirements.</p><p>• Assisting in the preparation of the annual budget.</p><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced VP/Director of Finance to lead our financial strategy and operations in Cambridge, Ontario. In this role, you will oversee financial planning, reporting, and compliance, while driving process improvements and aligning financial goals with corporate objectives. The successful candidate will bring a wealth of expertise in accounting, treasury management, and leadership to ensure the organization’s financial health and long-term success. This is an IN OFFICE position.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct the development and management of budgets and forecasts, identifying opportunities for cost control and operational efficiency.</p><p>• Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with Canadian Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).</p><p>• Formulate and implement corporate finance strategies, ensuring optimal allocation of capital and exploring alternative funding solutions.</p><p>• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records through regular reconciliations of balance sheet accounts, including intercompany transactions and fixed assets.</p><p>• Collaborate with external auditors during annual audits, providing required documentation and facilitating efficient audit processes.</p><p>• Manage tax compliance processes, including the preparation and submission of corporate tax returns and the timely payment of liabilities.</p><p>• Identify and implement improvements in financial processes and controls to enhance reporting accuracy and operational efficiency.</p><p>• Lead and mentor the finance team, fostering a culture of accountability and growth.</p><p>• Partner with other departments to provide financial insights and align strategies with organizational goals.</p><p>• Build and maintain relationships with external stakeholders, including auditors, legal advisors, consultants, and financial institutions.</p>
<p>Are you ready to elevate your career in accounting within a dynamic and innovative environment? Our Hamilton client is a publicly traded company where your contributions shape the future of the industry. We are seeking a motivated <strong>Controller </strong>to lead and transform accounting processes, mentor a talented finance team, and drive operational excellence across all business units. <strong>Please note this role is 100% onsite (for at least the first year).</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You'll Do</strong></p><ul><li>Drive Excellence: Oversee key accounting processes, including AP, AR, job costing, cost accounting, and project profitability reporting, ensuring accuracy and adherence to internal controls</li><li>Streamline & Automate: Innovate and refine workflows by streamlining and automating internal processes, enhancing both efficiency and accuracy</li><li>Mentor Future Leaders: Lead, support, and train the finance team to perform at their highest potential, fostering professional growth and ensuring the integrity of the reporting cycle</li><li>Guide Decision-Making: Uncover actionable insights and trends through financial analyses to drive operational improvements across projects and business units</li><li>Build Best Practices: Collaborate with the VP of Finance and key stakeholders to create standardized accounting practices that improve efficiency and establish benchmarks for success</li><li>Deliver Results: Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting packages, including forecasts, budgets, and variance analyses, with accuracy and timeliness</li></ul><p><strong>Your Contribution to the Team</strong></p><ul><li>Leadership That Inspires: Provide mentorship and coaching to team members while promoting their professional development and resourcefulness</li><li>Compliance & Accuracy: Ensure financial reporting aligns with ASPE and IFRS frameworks, anticipating changes to standards and implementing necessary adjustments</li><li>Data-Driven Insights: Create key performance indicator (KPI) reports, variance analyses, and work-in-process updates to support business intelligence for leadership decisions</li><li>Relationship Management: Liaise with internal stakeholders and external auditors, fostering effective communication and collaboration across departments</li></ul><p><strong>What is in it for You?</strong></p><ul><li>Career Growth: Unlock new opportunities to expand your expertise while building a deeper understanding of construction accounting and public operations at scale</li><li>Innovative Work Environment: Be part of a company that values creativity, collaboration, and continuous improvement</li><li>Supportive Leadership: Work closely with a VP Finance and an empowered team committed to shared success</li><li>Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, bonus, full health benefits, RRSP match, share purchase plan, merit-based growth opportunities, flexibility, and a positive team culture</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></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.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Administrator to join our team in Guelph, Ontario. In this role, you will play a key part in managing accounts payable activities, ensuring timely and accurate processing of payments, and maintaining financial records. If you excel in data entry, financial reconciliation, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this position is perfect for you.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process and code vendor invoices with accuracy and attention to detail.<br>• Enter accounts payable data into the accounting system and ensure timely updates to financial spreadsheets.<br>• Post and reconcile company payments to the general ledger, ensuring proper documentation.<br>• Review incoming bills for accuracy and investigate potential errors or discrepancies.<br>• Resolve billing issues and payment problems while adhering to corporate policies and procedures.<br>• Handle administrative tasks such as filing, document organization, and maintaining financial records.<br>• Maintain confidentiality and privacy of all financial records and transactions.<br>• Collaborate with the Accounts Payable Team Lead and other accounting professionals to meet departmental objectives.<br>• Assist in preparing financial reports and supporting documentation as needed.<br>• Monitor and update accounts payable processes to improve efficiency and compliance.
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to join our team in North Waterloo, Ontario. This role involves overseeing financial aspects of our projects, from acquisition to completion, ensuring accuracy and compliance throughout. As a key member of the finance team, you will collaborate closely with project managers and other stakeholders to support the financial health of our organization.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage vendor setup and maintain payment schedules, ensuring timely and accurate processing of subcontractor payments, expenditures, and payroll allocations.</p><p>• Monitor and track project-related costs, including subcontracts, materials, and labour, using automated accounting software.</p><p>• Analyze construction contracts to ensure project setup aligns with contractual terms and oversee budgets, change orders, and budget transfers.</p><p>• Reconcile job costs with supporting documentation and prepare detailed project reports for review.</p><p>• Work with project managers to establish and update cost structures, ensuring accurate financial activity across budgets, invoices, and purchase orders.</p><p>• Prepare and submit construction draw requests to financial institutions and stakeholders, ensuring all costs are billed accurately and on time.</p><p>• Maintain and forecast cash flow data, providing insights into discrepancies and potential cost impacts on profitability.</p><p>• Oversee grant reporting, tracking, and administration processes, ensuring compliance with guidelines.</p><p>• Assist with the preparation of monthly financial projections and specialized reporting as required.</p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Intermediate Accountant to join our team in Kitchener, Ontario, on a contract basis. This role involves managing a variety of accounting tasks in a dynamic, high-volume environment. The successful candidate will work closely with the Assistant Controller to ensure accurate financial reporting and smooth operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Perform account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies.<br>• Manage Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes, including reviewing discounts and reconciling outstanding balances.<br>• Utilize multiple accounting software systems, including NetSuite, and ensure proper balancing between systems.<br>• Investigate and resolve errors in financial transactions and systems.<br>• Apply strong knowledge of accounting principles, including debits and credits, to daily tasks.<br>• Collaborate with the Assistant Controller to support various accounting functions.<br>• Handle a high volume of transactions efficiently while maintaining attention to detail.<br>• Create and analyze reports using intermediate Excel skills, including pivot tables and VLOOKUP functions.
<p>Robert Half is partnered with a boutique law firm who is in search of an Accountant to join their growing team. This is a full time permanent position located in the Halton Hills area. The Accountant will be responsible for the day-to-day financial operations of the firm, including billing, trust accounting, payroll, budgeting, and financial reporting. This role requires a solid understanding of legal accounting principles and trust compliance, along with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced legal environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain accurate records for client trust accounts and perform monthly reconciliations for trust and operating accounts</li><li>Process client billing, including time entry audits, invoice generation, and follow-ups</li><li>Manage accounts receivable and assist in collections as needed</li><li>Process accounts payable and prepare payments for vendors </li><li>Manage employee expenses </li><li>Support in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements</li><li>Track budgets, forecast expenses, and provide financial insights to firm leadership</li><li>Administer payroll for the office employees</li><li>Work with external CPA or tax preparer to ensure timely filing of all tax documents</li><li>Maintain organized financial records for audit or review</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>Reporting directly to the CEO, the <strong>Chief Financial Officer (CFO)</strong> will play a pivotal role in shaping strategic financial decisions as part of the executive leadership team. This position offers the unique opportunity to succeed the current CFO transitioning into the Chief Operating Officer role—providing essential mentorship and continuity during your onboarding.</p><p>The successful candidate will oversee the financial health of the organization while driving strategic growth initiatives and operational efficiency. With a hands-on approach, you will serve as an advisor and partner to the CEO, COO, and other key leaders to ensure sustainable, long-term value creation.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Act as a strategic advisor to the CEO, COO, and other stakeholders.</li><li>Lead all aspects of <strong>finance, accounting, tax, and treasury</strong> functions, including non-financial areas as assigned.</li><li>Foster interdepartmental collaboration, ensuring alignment across sales, operations, IT, and other functions.</li><li>Develop and oversee the <strong>annual budgeting</strong> and forecasting processes.</li><li>Utilize data analytics and KPIs to drive insights and enable agile decision-making.</li><li>Manage cash flow, monitor financial covenants, and ensure <strong>GAAP-compliant financial reporting</strong>.</li><li>Oversee risk management initiatives and enhance financial controls to safeguard assets.</li><li>Partner with the leadership team to evaluate business performance and lead efforts on innovation and cost control.</li><li>Engage and coach a high-performing finance team, ensuring succession planning aligns with future goals.</li><li>Build and maintain relationships with external auditors, investors, and lenders.</li><li>Manage all aspects of <strong>public reporting</strong> to ensure compliance and transparency.</li><li>Oversee IT strategy in collaboration with IT teams to support business data and system integration.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
We are looking for a meticulous and strategic Controller to oversee financial operations and ensure the accuracy and integrity of our reporting processes. Based in Guelph, Ontario, this role is instrumental in driving compliance, optimizing financial performance, and supporting the company's long-term growth objectives. The successful candidate will bring expertise in budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, and team leadership to a dynamic and collaborative environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and manage accurate financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports, aligning with Canadian financial standards.<br>• Analyze financial results and provide comprehensive insights into trends and variances to aid strategic decision-making.<br>• Lead external audits, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.<br>• Develop and oversee the annual budget process, collaborating with department leaders to align financial plans with company goals.<br>• Monitor financial performance against budgets, delivering variance analyses and identifying opportunities for cost savings and revenue growth.<br>• Implement and maintain robust internal control systems to protect company assets and ensure reliable financial reporting.<br>• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and corporate governance standards, including taxation and audit requirements.<br>• Manage cash flow operations to ensure liquidity for short-term needs while supporting long-term business growth.<br>• Mentor and lead the accounting team, fostering growth and encouraging collaboration across departments.<br>• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and integrate technology into financial systems.
<p>Robert Half is partnered with a Canadian manufacturing organization who is hiring an Accounts Payable Administrator to their team. This is a full time permanent position located in the Georgetown area. The Accounts Payable Administrator will be reporting to the Controller and will be responsible for;</p><ul><li>Monitor AP inbox, process PO and non-PO invoices</li><li>Matching invoices with purchase orders and packing slips</li><li>Accurate coding invoices, obtaining approvals, and data entry of invoices into ERP</li><li>Prepare payment runs weekly via EFT, Wires and Cheques</li><li>Process employee expense reports </li><li>Follow up with vendors and perform vendor statement reconciliations </li><li>Support the Controller with Month End Close</li></ul>
