<p>We are looking for a dedicated Billing and Collections Specialist to join our team in Waterloo, Ontario. In this role, you will oversee key aspects of accounts receivable, ensuring accurate billing, efficient collections, and seamless data management. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to process improvements while collaborating with cross-functional teams to maintain high standards of financial operations.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Review and validate customer contract details and ensure accurate contract data migration into company database, covering both new agreements and renewals.</li><li>Manage contract updates in database, including billing modifications, and draft customer communications as required.</li><li>Process, track, and reconcile daily customer payments and deposits.</li><li>Collaborate with the Accounts Receivable associate to support collection efforts, striving to meet organizational goals while maintaining strong customer relationships.</li><li>Efficiently handle high-volume email correspondence via a shared inbox, ensuring effective prioritization.</li><li>Uphold compliance with internal documentation standards and requirements.</li><li>Perform regular reconciliations to maintain data accuracy between multiple softwares. Partner with Customer Service and Sales Operations teams to address any discrepancies.</li><li>Identify opportunities for process improvement within billing and collections functions and recommend enhancements.</li></ul>
<p><strong>Job Title: Finance Manager (Contract)</strong></p><p><strong>Position Type:</strong> 6-Month Contract </p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Onsite, Kitchener/Waterloo Area, ON (5 days/week)</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Description</strong></p><p>We are looking for an experienced Controller to oversee financial and accounting operations for a dynamic organization in Kitchener/Waterloo, Ontario. This long-term contract role offers an exciting opportunity to manage a team, improve processes, and ensure compliance with Canadian and UK financial regulations. The ideal candidate will bring a hands-on approach to financial reporting, reconciliations, and process optimization.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead finance operations for an acquired UK entity, including <strong>AP, AR, payroll tax, balance sheet reconciliations, and overall compliance</strong>.</li><li>Ensure adherence to <strong>UK accounting rules (VAT, payroll, etc.)</strong>, and IFRS standards.</li><li>Supervise and manage a team responsible for accounts payable, accounts receivable, and daily financial operations.</li><li>Collaborate with internal teams to streamline reporting processes and tailor financial statements to meet local standards.</li><li>Assist with ERP system integration across UK and Canadian operations.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to join our team on a contract basis in Waterloo, Ontario. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring the smooth operation of daily administrative and reception tasks. This position is ideal for someone with strong organizational skills, excellent communication abilities, and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Greet and assist visitors, ensuring a well-organized and welcoming reception area.<br>• Manage incoming and outgoing mail, courier services, and deliveries.<br>• Maintain office supplies by monitoring inventory and placing orders as needed.<br>• Coordinate and provide support for meetings, including scheduling and preparing materials.<br>• Handle general administrative tasks, including email correspondence and data entry.<br>• Respond to general inquiries received via the company inbox in a timely and efficient manner.<br>• Schedule and manage appointments for team members and leadership.<br>• Ensure all communications, both written and verbal, are clear and effective.
<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 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>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>
<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>
<p><strong>Job Title: Director of Strategy (Contract)</strong></p><p><strong>Position Type:</strong> 6-Month Contract (Full Time Hours - Potential for Extension)</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Hybrid (1–2 days onsite Kitchener – Waterloo area)</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Description</strong></p><p>Our client is seeking a <strong>Director of Strategy</strong> to support their strategic planning efforts. This role is focused on end-to-end strategy development, proposal creation, and turning complex ideas into actionable plans. Strong presentation and storytelling abilities are key to success in this position.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Strategic Planning:</strong> Develop and execute strategic plans.</li><li><strong>Presentation Creation:</strong> Craft compelling, professional presentations (PowerPoint) to effectively communicate plans to executive stakeholders.</li><li><strong>Operational & Financial Insights:</strong> Collaborate with FP& A to extract insights from operational data for strategic decision-making.</li><li><strong>Cross-Functional Alignment:</strong> Drive collaboration across teams to complete initiatives and deliverables.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Procurement Specialist to join our team on a contract basis in Waterloo, Ontario. In this role, you will oversee purchasing processes, negotiate contracts, and manage vendor relationships to support business operations. This position offers an excellent opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, combining in-office collaboration and remote flexibility.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage the procurement of computer software, hardware, and marketing services, ensuring the best value and quality.<br>• Negotiate terms and conditions with vendors to secure optimal agreements for the organization.<br>• Review and refine contracts and order forms in collaboration with the legal department to meet organizational standards.<br>• Coordinate license renewals and ensure compliance with Master Service Agreements.<br>• Support marketing initiatives by organizing trade show purchases and related contracts.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to align procurement activities with company objectives.<br>• Maintain strong relationships with vendors to ensure timely delivery and service quality.<br>• Partner with another Procurement Specialist to optimize purchasing processes and strategies.<br>• Monitor and manage purchase orders to ensure accuracy and efficiency.<br>• Provide effective communication with stakeholders at all levels to facilitate decision-making.
<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>
Waterloo Region (kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge), ON
onsite
Permanent
140000.00 - 160000.00CAD / Yearly
<p>We are looking for an experienced and strategic finance leader to join our executive team in Waterloo Region, Ontario. In this ON SITE Director of Finance role, you will oversee all financial operations, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and alignment with organizational goals. This position offers the opportunity to shape financial strategies, manage key relationships, and lead a high-performing team.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Serve as a strategic partner to the President and executive team, providing financial insights to drive decision-making.</p><p>• Lead the development and management of financial forecasting, budgeting processes, and the preparation of comprehensive financial reports.</p><p>• Ensure the organization adheres to risk management and compliance frameworks, embedding these principles into daily operations.</p><p>• Oversee treasury functions, including cash flow forecasting, capital structure management, and banking relationships.</p><p>• Manage relationships with external auditors and tax advisors to ensure compliance and accuracy in financial matters.</p><p>• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and develop executive-level dashboards to track financial and operational performance.</p><p>• Recruit, train, and retain a skilled and motivated accounting team to support organizational objectives.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement business performance metrics.</p>
