<p>We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Senior Manager, Audit OR Tax to join our team in the Woodstock/ Stratford area of Ontario. In this role, you will lead audit engagements for private clients, ensuring adherence to detail-oriented standards and delivering high-quality results. This is an excellent opportunity to utilize your leadership and expertise in audit and assurance while contributing to the growth and success of our firm.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead and manage audit, review, and compliance engagements for a diverse portfolio of clients, including public and private organizations.</p><p>• Develop and implement audit strategies, plans, and deliverables such as working papers, financial statements, and internal control assessments.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with Canadian detail-oriented standards, resolving client issues and maintaining high-quality assurance processes.</p><p>• Supervise and mentor audit team members, providing ongoing coaching, performance feedback, and detail-oriented development opportunities.</p><p>• Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor and identifying opportunities to deliver additional value.</p><p>• Support business development initiatives by preparing proposals and fostering new client relationships within the Woodstock community.</p><p>• Oversee engagement budgets, billing, and project financials, ensuring efficient management and profitability.</p><p>• Contribute to the development and optimization of internal workflows and processes, leveraging technology advancements to improve efficiency.</p><p>• Drive a culture of accountability within the team, ensuring project deadlines and quality expectations are consistently met.</p>
<p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>Our client is seeking a <strong>Finance Manager</strong> to lead a high-performing finance team and elevate the organization's financial capabilities as they continue to grow. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic finance professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about driving business success through insight and leadership.</p><p><br></p><p>Reporting to the Director of Finance, you’ll oversee day-to-day financial operations, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and analytics. You’ll work closely with operational teams to deliver actionable insights, develop KPIs, and ensure financial processes align with strategic objectives. Your leadership will directly impact profitability, efficiency, and sustainable growth.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What is in it for You?</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Career Growth:</strong> Be part of an expanding organization with opportunities to advance and shape the finance function.</li><li><strong>Collaborative Culture:</strong> Work alongside dynamic Corporate and Operations Teams, fostering cross-functional partnerships.</li><li><strong>Learning Opportunities:</strong> Gain exposure to innovative projects and cutting-edge infrastructure solutions.</li><li><strong>Hybrid Flexibility:</strong> Enjoy a balanced work model that supports productivity and well-being.</li><li><strong>Competitive Rewards:</strong> Benefit from a comprehensive compensation package including company-paid health benefits and defined benefit pension plan designed to recognize your expertise, support your current well-being and help you plan for the future.</li></ul><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage month-end close and oversee full-cycle accounting process.</li><li>Lead preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports with insightful analysis.</li><li>Partner with operational teams to track performance, analyze margins, and drive profitability.</li><li>Develop KPI dashboards for data-driven decision-making.</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling for short- and long-term planning.</li><li>Monitor cash flow, working capital, and profitability trends.</li><li>Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Oversee and mentor finance team members, fostering growth and excellence.</li><li>Collaborate on billing, cost tracking, and revenue recognition processes.</li><li>Provide backup support for payroll, benefits, and pension administration.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>Our client is a highly collaborative, long-established organization where people truly build their careers. Due to exciting North American growth, our client is adding a <strong>Controller </strong>to the Finance Team. Our client is known for its supportive culture and exceptionally long tenured team. Our client works onsite because the best ideas—not to mention the strongest relationships—happen when everyone is together.</p><p><br></p><p>Reporting to the Head of Finance, as the <strong>Controller</strong>, you’ll be a key contributor and strategic partner across the business. You’ll oversee costing, inventory, reporting, tax compliance, budgeting, forecasting, and project work, while helping elevate systems, processes, and financial insights. This is a hands-on role with strong succession potential for a career‑minded CPA who thrives in a collaborative environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Reporting & Financial Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare month‑end financial reporting and KPIs</li><li>Lead quarterly and annual budgeting processes</li><li>Drive reporting automation and implement best practices</li><li>Corporate tax compliance, provisions and planning</li><li>Prepare project reporting and monitor project costs versus budget</li><li>Pension plan accounting and reporting</li></ul><p><strong>Inventory Management & Additional Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage annual physical inventory</li><li>Maintain and continuously improve computerized accounting/inventory control systems</li><li>Analyze and reconcile raw materials, WIP, and finished goods</li><li>Oversee cycle count processes</li><li>Manage inventory-related month‑end reporting</li></ul><p><strong>Standard Costing</strong></p><ul><li>Lead all standard costing and Bill of Materials updates within the ERP system</li><li>Analyze cost‑saving opportunities and recommend improvements</li><li>Partner with senior leadership to deliver high-quality analysis supporting planning and operational decisions</li><li>Update standard costs as required</li></ul><p><strong>Why Join?</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Onsite teamwork and mentorship</strong>—work closely with experienced leaders who want you to succeed</li><li><strong>Long-tenured staff</strong>—a supportive culture with deep knowledge and low turnover</li><li><strong>Career growth</strong>—meaningful opportunities to develop into future leadership roles</li><li><strong>Impactful work</strong>—your insights and recommendations directly support operations and strategic decision-making</li><li><strong>Stability & reputation</strong>—join a well-established organization committed to excellence</li><li><strong>Strong compensation package</strong>--competitive salary, bonus, company pension plan, company-paid health benefits </li></ul>
<p>Reporting to the Director of Operations Finance, this position will work closely with site leadership to provide financial analysis and analytical support, in tandem with deploying results. The role actively collaborates to drive growth, efficiency, and improve profitability. Responsible for performing weekly, monthly, and yearly deliverables, supporting cross-functional departments in data driven decision-making. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>· Prepare weekly reports for facility management, understand financial impacts deriving from operational activities.</p><p>· Responsible for accurate month-end closing activities, financial statement reporting, forecasting and monthly analysis of results to budget, forecast, and prior year. Evaluate variances to understand driving factors, support and making recommendations for actions and improvements.</p><p>· Aid efficiency enhancements through comprehensive analysis of business performance (operational and financial), identifying risks and opportunities, alongside highlighting tendencies.</p><p>· Understand both raw material and product movements throughout, while performing raw material mass balances and yield reporting, aligning to financials. </p><p>· Engage in annual budgeting process with site leadership and provide additional analysis on operational impacts to other facilities and areas of the business.</p><p>· Ensure ERP entries are compliant and consistent, actively review production orders, understand inventory movements, lead product costing, and advise on best practices for various cost accounting tasks. </p><p>· Contribute to implementation of new reporting at the facility and educate applicable department(s) on methodologies.</p><p>· Various ad-hoc reporting and analysis, as required.</p>
<p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Interim Controller (Contract)</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Greater Hamilton Area (Onsite – 4 days /Remote 1 day)</p><p><strong>Duration:</strong> 3 months contract. </p><p><strong>Industry:</strong> Multi-location Business Group</p><p><strong>Overview:</strong></p><p>A growing business group with multiple locations in the Greater Hamilton Area is seeking an Interim Controller for a three-month assignment to provide hands-on leadership during a period of transition.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Oversee full-cycle accounting, including AP, AR, payroll, and reconciliations</li><li>Prepare financial statements and management reports</li><li>Support consolidated reporting across multiple business units</li><li>Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with internal policies</li><li>Partner with the CFO to ensure smooth financial operations</li><li>Recommend and implement process improvements as needed</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Controller to join our team in Woodstock, Ontario. In this role, you will oversee financial operations, ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, and lead initiatives to improve processes and reporting. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to both day-to-day financial tasks and strategic projects, providing a platform for growth and development.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage treasury operations, including overseeing operating lines and expanding capabilities in this area.<br>• Prepare and deliver accurate financial reports, including monthly statements and quarterly bank reports.<br>• Handle journal entries and ensure timely completion of month-end close processes.<br>• Supervise payroll processing, collaborating with HR to ensure accuracy.<br>• Monitor and manage inventory-related financial activities.<br>• Coordinate with external auditors for annual review engagements and compliance requirements.<br>• Manage foreign exchange transactions for specific entities.<br>• Lead special projects such as automating paper-based processes and exploring future opportunities in financial planning and analysis.<br>• Support process improvements and potential mergers and acquisitions.<br>• Oversee financial compliance for multiple entities within the organization.
Greater Kitchener Waterloo Cambridge Guelph Area, ON
onsite
Permanent
175000.00 - 205000.00CAD / Yearly
<p>We are looking for an experienced Controller to join our team in the tri- cities region (Kitchener- Waterloo, Cambridge, Guelph), Ontario, supporting our client's corporate operations. This role offers an exciting opportunity to oversee global financial reporting, treasury functions, budgeting, and compliance across multiple divisions and entities. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and excel at managing complex financial activities, we encourage you to apply if you are interested in ON SITE work.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including consolidated reports and detailed commentary.</p><p>• Assist in managing and oversight of treasury operations, including foreign exchange transactions, hedging activities, and liaising with banks.</p><p>• Supervise corporate tax functions, ensuring accurate transfer pricing and compliance with local regulations.</p><p>• Oversee payroll processes and self-insured benefits, including liaising on audits and valuation of retirement plans.</p><p>• Coordinate budgeting activities by consolidating semi-annual forecasts and financial projections.</p><p>• Support year-end processes, including corporate audits and finalizing financial statements.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations across multiple countries and divisions.</p><p>• Handle special projects such as mergers and acquisitions (M& A) integration and intercompany transaction eliminations.</p><p>• Collaborate with operational leaders and other accounting department staff at multiple locations to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.</p>
